£22m redevelopment of Scunthorpe town centre
A proposal has been revealed for a £22m redevelopment of Scunthorpe town centre, the council have announced.
The plans, submitted by North Lincolnshire Council, are part of the Government’s Future High Street Fund.
An additional £25 million has also been awarded from the Towns Fund.


If approved, plans will contribute to the development of Church Square and Library Square, providing locals with new spaces for play, exercise, and relaxation.
The development will also see the former market, which was damaged in a fire earlier this month, transformed and replaced with a purpose building.
Demolition of the market is already underway, despite delays caused by fire damage and the coronavirus crisis.
This would be comprised of student accommodation, an enterprise and innovation hub, and a function space which will operate as a dedicated events space.
There will also be a pop-up market.
The 1350sqm three-storey site is set to be spread across half of the former market, fronting directly on to the High Street.
Councillor Rob Waltham, Leader of North Lincolnshire Council, said:
“These plans for the High Street are ambitious and radical in equal measure. The Government has already committed £25m to Scunthorpe through the Towns Fund.
“This sustainable development will give residents another reason to rediscover the town centre.
“The plan is designed to bring people back into the High Street for retail yes but also as a place to live, to work and to spent their leisure time.
“These proposals will make a huge difference but they are just one component part of the wider development plans which we are leading for our county town.”
Cllr John Davison, Cabinet Member for Scunthorpe, added:
“This is another great scheme for Scunthorpe.
“The Government cash will make a real difference here. The scheme will provide an exciting future for the former Scunthorpe site.”
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