Project Outline

The project aim is to create a vibrant and green town square in the centre of Todmorden that supports a thriving local economy and cultural sector, encourages more visitors to the town and promotes walking and cycling over the use of private vehicles.

This will be realised by:

• Creating a flexible town square capable of supporting a range of events
• Removing some parking in Bramsche Square to create a new town square and improving the pedestrian experience in the centre of Todmorden
• Improving access to and the visibility of the current Market Hall
• Improving the experience of the outdoor market by improving access and services (including electrical supply, water and drainage) and catering to a broad range of potential traders
• Exploring opportunities for renewable power generation for the market
• Increased green space and planting
• Reducing opportunities for and perceptions of crime and anti-social behaviour
• Reducing the impact of flooding.

What It Will Achieve

Economic Growth

We’re creating opportunities for Todmorden’s local economy to grow. These changes will encourage new investment, greater footfall and more trade.

Multipurpose Space

We’re creating a flexible public space to host Todmorden’s wide variety of festivals, events and activities. This will encourage more people to visit and spend time in Todmorden town centre.

Sustainability

We’re improving urban drainage around Bramsche Square to help prevent flooding

Improved Infrastructure

We’re upgrading the outdoor market’s facilities which will help it to continue and thrive. We’re also exploring renewable energy opportunities.

Progress So Far

In early 2024, Calderdale Council and their design consultants Planit conducted a number of workshops and consultation events with a selection of stakeholders, including civic leaders, community groups, and market traders.

On Saturday 2nd March they held an Open Day at Tod Learning Centre & Community College to present some initial ideas on ‘Panels’, which you will see in the images below.

They have also included an Online Questionnaire for you to share your thoughts & feedback on this and the Active Todmorden project…

HELP SHAPE PLANS FOR TODMORDEN  

Please note: As these are large images, with text on, you will be able to view them better on a larger-screen computer or tablet. On a computer, if you hover over the image, arrows will appear (halfway down) for you to navigate between the 17 panels.

The Next Steps

Delivery will include the steps below. The timeline is a guide only at this stage, and subject to change.

• Consultation will continue throughout the development of the design through most of 2024
• Construction start in Spring 2025
• Construction finishes Spring 2026.