Reconnecting Runcorn was awarded £23.6m in 2021 from the UK Government’s Towns Fund as part of the Town Deals Programme to deliver the Runcorn Town Investment Plan. This funding enabled the development of eight projects incorporating 15 strands, that collectively will enhance local connections, through improved training and economic opportunities, enhanced transport links,
Projects
Brindley Theatre Enhancements
- Brindley Theatre Extension
- Brindley Green
Creative & Digital Skills Centre
- 57-59 High Street: Youthy.com-
- 63-65 High Street: Mako Create and A Place for us
- 71 High Street: Hazlehurst Studios
Health & Education Hub
High Street Connectivity
- Public Realm High Street
- St Pauls Mews
- Street Art
- Buddhist Temple
High Street Town Centre New Homes
Runcorn Station Quarter Enterprise Hub
Rutland Street - Town Centre New Homes
Unlock Runcorn
- Canal Experience
- Canal Community Space
Our Town Deal Vision
In July 2021, it was announced that £23.6m had been allocated from the Local Government’s Town’s Fund to deliver the Runcorn Town Investment Plan – Reconnecting Runcorn.
Reconnecting Runcorn is an ambitious set of seven projects that collectively will improve the lives and livelihoods of local people and boost the local economy. Wanting to invigorate and enhance the connections locally, through improved training and economic opportunity, enhanced transport links, housing, and environmental improvements, and upgraded visitor attractions.
Latest News
Putting Runcorn on the Map: Tony Collacott on Community, Culture and Change in Runcorn
This month the Programmes Team at Halton Borough Council caught up with Tony Collacott, founding Trustee at the Wat Phra Singh UK Temple in Runcorn, and project lead for the Peace Garden and the new Ubosot Hall at the temple. His connection to Runcorn began over a...
Kickstart 2026: Small Grants to Boost Community Pride in Runcorn
Halton Borough Council and the Runcorn Town Neighbourhood Board are excited to announce the launch of the Pride in Place Small Grants Fund, designed to help local people and community groups bring their ideas to life. Partnering with Halton & St Helens Voluntary...
Reconnecting Runcorn Doubles Investment in Town’s Regeneration Efforts
As more of the projects complete on site and are putting the finishing touches in place ready to open to the public in 2026, the team have taken a step back to reflect on the last 4 years to discover a major milestone has been reached. The Reconnecting Runcorn...