Transformation starts for landmark Lancashire mill

A Victorian mill, which has lain empty for nearly seven years and has been identified as one of English Heritage’s listed buildings at risk, is moving towards a bright new future.

The mill was transferred to the council’s company Pendle Enterprise And Regeneration Limited (PEARL), which has been set up with our joint venture partner, local developer Barnfield Investment Properties.

The plans include the conversion of the mill buildings into a hotel and apartments along with restaurants, gallery and retail space and the development of an activity centre.

Pendle Council’s Leader, councillor Joe Cooney, said: "Completing the masterplan and choosing a new name are important first steps. They’re vital in attracting businesses, entrepreneurs and funding organisations to transform the mill. It has huge potential to become a vibrant new working, living and cultural quarter of regional significance."