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
Reconnecting Runcorn: A Transformative Year in 2024
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Meet the Artists Bringing Runcorn’s Street Art Project to Life
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