‘Redundant’ buildings to be demolished in Lancaster’s historic Canal Quarter

By Michelle Blade
Published 4th Sep 2024, 10:42 BST
Updated 4th Sep 2024, 11:59 BST
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Preparations are about to get underway to demolish two redundant structures in Lancaster’s Canal Quarter.

The first will see removal of a single storey brick building next to the old Coach House (which will remain) on St Leonard’s Place.

The second, starting later this month, will see removal of the lean-to of the former Carriage Works on Lodge Street.

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The main part of the building, and 1 Lodge Street, is currently being restored by the Lancaster Musician’s Co-operative with funding support from Lancaster City Council, UK Shared

One of the buildings in Lancaster's Canal Quarter which will be demolished.One of the buildings in Lancaster's Canal Quarter which will be demolished.
One of the buildings in Lancaster's Canal Quarter which will be demolished.

Prosperity Fund, Community Ownership Fund and the Lancaster High Streets Heritage Action Zone.

The lean-to is in very poor condition, including asbestos contamination, and its removal will allow the main building to be fully restored.

The space created will also allow the city council to develop ideas for future improvements in this area.

The works are being funded with support from the UK Government via the Shared Prosperity Fund and are anticipated to take until December.

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