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10/02/2016
Entrepreneurs Sought For Disused Railway Tunnels Redevelopment
Belfast City Council are asking companies, retailers and groups to pitch innovative ideas for a network of disused railway tunnels in the city centre.
The eight railway tunnels, which have not been used in more than 70 years, connect the Markets area with Belfast Central Station, St George's Market and Lanyon Place. They were originally used by traders as holding pens for cattle on their way to the slaughterhouse in nearby Stewart Street.
An initial expression of interest process is now underway for potential units within the site, with ideas invited by Wednesday 17 February 2016.
Announcing the initiative, Councillor Declan Boyle, Chair of the council's Strategic Policy and Resources Committee, said: "These tunnels are right at the heart of two of the city's biggest redevelopment projects - the expansion of Belfast Waterfront and the addition of Grade A office space on the former Maysfield Leisure Centre site.
"Their refurbishment could improve access within this key area, as well as connecting the local community to the many opportunities being created right on their doorstep.
"This is a really exciting opportunity for entrepreneurs and creative thinkers to help turn a derelict and neglected space into something innovative, as well as potentially bringing new jobs and other benefits to the city centre."
Funding is being sought to undertake the refurbishment work needed to open up the tunnels, and make them suitable for potential retail, light industrial, office or leisure use.
Following refurbishment, it is anticipated that units will then be made available to prospective tenants on a lease or licence basis.
To express an interest, or to request an information pack, call 028 9032 0202 (extension 3515) or go to belfastcity.gov.uk/regeneration.
(MH)
The eight railway tunnels, which have not been used in more than 70 years, connect the Markets area with Belfast Central Station, St George's Market and Lanyon Place. They were originally used by traders as holding pens for cattle on their way to the slaughterhouse in nearby Stewart Street.
An initial expression of interest process is now underway for potential units within the site, with ideas invited by Wednesday 17 February 2016.
Announcing the initiative, Councillor Declan Boyle, Chair of the council's Strategic Policy and Resources Committee, said: "These tunnels are right at the heart of two of the city's biggest redevelopment projects - the expansion of Belfast Waterfront and the addition of Grade A office space on the former Maysfield Leisure Centre site.
"Their refurbishment could improve access within this key area, as well as connecting the local community to the many opportunities being created right on their doorstep.
"This is a really exciting opportunity for entrepreneurs and creative thinkers to help turn a derelict and neglected space into something innovative, as well as potentially bringing new jobs and other benefits to the city centre."
Funding is being sought to undertake the refurbishment work needed to open up the tunnels, and make them suitable for potential retail, light industrial, office or leisure use.
Following refurbishment, it is anticipated that units will then be made available to prospective tenants on a lease or licence basis.
To express an interest, or to request an information pack, call 028 9032 0202 (extension 3515) or go to belfastcity.gov.uk/regeneration.
(MH)
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