Town Deal: Re-imagining Middleton Grange Shopping Centre

Aerial view of Middleton Grange Shopping Centre The project involves the first phase of the regeneration and re-imagination of the Middleton Grange shopping centre, to create a clearly defined mixed-use heart for the town centre.

This transformational project is designed to change the image of the shopping centre from a large-scale, inward-looking shopping mall to a well-connected mixed-use area which contributes to the character of Hartlepool as a waterfront market town. This will be achieved by attracting a new mix of uses, addressing vacant retail space and improving the character of the town centre.

Project update – December 2025

The Council is working in partnership with Hartlepool Development Corporation to bring this redevelopment forward in 2026. This will include procuring development partners and contractors in the Spring of 2026 to deliver the refurbishment and renovation of the Grade II listed former Binns Building and enhance the retail entrance. Announcements will made early in the New Year as well as visual improvements, and work to transform the north east corner of the shopping centre will soon take shape, complimenting the increased vitality of the area which includes the Wesley Chapel development and the opening of the neighbouring Business Centre.

Project update – December 2025

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Re-imagining Middleton Grange Shopping Centre

Please feel free to ask the Team any questions with regards to this project and the plans for Middleton Grange Shopping Centre.

Share Maybe consider pedestrianising the bottom end of Victoria Road from Stockton Street to Swainson Street, it would create a larger public realm for the Wesley and allow the entire side of Binns and the Wesley to be open to the Street making the historic core of the town centre a more disirable place to open a business, bars and cafes would be able to have outside seating, it would also ease traffic along Stockton Road without the Victoria Road junction entering it on Facebook Share Maybe consider pedestrianising the bottom end of Victoria Road from Stockton Street to Swainson Street, it would create a larger public realm for the Wesley and allow the entire side of Binns and the Wesley to be open to the Street making the historic core of the town centre a more disirable place to open a business, bars and cafes would be able to have outside seating, it would also ease traffic along Stockton Road without the Victoria Road junction entering it on Twitter Share Maybe consider pedestrianising the bottom end of Victoria Road from Stockton Street to Swainson Street, it would create a larger public realm for the Wesley and allow the entire side of Binns and the Wesley to be open to the Street making the historic core of the town centre a more disirable place to open a business, bars and cafes would be able to have outside seating, it would also ease traffic along Stockton Road without the Victoria Road junction entering it on Linkedin Email Maybe consider pedestrianising the bottom end of Victoria Road from Stockton Street to Swainson Street, it would create a larger public realm for the Wesley and allow the entire side of Binns and the Wesley to be open to the Street making the historic core of the town centre a more disirable place to open a business, bars and cafes would be able to have outside seating, it would also ease traffic along Stockton Road without the Victoria Road junction entering it link

Maybe consider pedestrianising the bottom end of Victoria Road from Stockton Street to Swainson Street, it would create a larger public realm for the Wesley and allow the entire side of Binns and the Wesley to be open to the Street making the historic core of the town centre a more disirable place to open a business, bars and cafes would be able to have outside seating, it would also ease traffic along Stockton Road without the Victoria Road junction entering it

Rob Hall asked 3 days ago

Thank you for your question and suggestion regarding the proposals for the Binns Building. We have considered a range of accessibility options at the early stages of design and liaised with a range of stakeholders. Victoria Road is a main town centre route, well used by public transport, and a major route for emergency services and general traffic alike. As such it would not be practical to close this main road. Detailed designs for the scheme will be shown here as the project progresses.
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Tracey asked 3 days ago

Thank you or your question, at present the project proposes to create impressive public realm and a new entranceway to the shopping centre, and restore the Binns building, and the Council and Hartlepool Development Corporation are working together to define the end uses as part of the next stages of design, more information to follow soon.
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Cranney asked about 1 month ago

Thank you for your question, the project is not necessarily focusing on one specific end use at the moment but the design stage will firm up what will occupy all floors. Updates will be provided as the project moves on.
Share Urgent Request for Update on Middleton Grange Redevelopment Dear Sir/Madam, I am writing to express deep concern over the continued delay in the redevelopment of Middleton Grange Shopping Centre. With the project initially due to begin in 2023, the ongoing lack of progress and communication is now seriously affecting the businesses that depend on the centre. The uncertainty surrounding the redevelopment has left tenants unable to plan for the future or commit to investment, and it has led to a visible decline in footfall and customer confidence. The current situation is unsustainable. We urge the responsible authorities to provide an immediate and transparent update outlining the current status of the project, the reasons behind the delay, and a revised timeline for delivery. It is essential that a clear commitment is demonstrated to reassure both the business community and the wider public. This project is too important to be left in limbo. Prompt action and honest communication are now critical. Sincerely, F Rigby on Facebook Share Urgent Request for Update on Middleton Grange Redevelopment Dear Sir/Madam, I am writing to express deep concern over the continued delay in the redevelopment of Middleton Grange Shopping Centre. With the project initially due to begin in 2023, the ongoing lack of progress and communication is now seriously affecting the businesses that depend on the centre. The uncertainty surrounding the redevelopment has left tenants unable to plan for the future or commit to investment, and it has led to a visible decline in footfall and customer confidence. The current situation is unsustainable. We urge the responsible authorities to provide an immediate and transparent update outlining the current status of the project, the reasons behind the delay, and a revised timeline for delivery. It is essential that a clear commitment is demonstrated to reassure both the business community and the wider public. This project is too important to be left in limbo. Prompt action and honest communication are now critical. Sincerely, F Rigby on Twitter Share Urgent Request for Update on Middleton Grange Redevelopment Dear Sir/Madam, I am writing to express deep concern over the continued delay in the redevelopment of Middleton Grange Shopping Centre. With the project initially due to begin in 2023, the ongoing lack of progress and communication is now seriously affecting the businesses that depend on the centre. The uncertainty surrounding the redevelopment has left tenants unable to plan for the future or commit to investment, and it has led to a visible decline in footfall and customer confidence. The current situation is unsustainable. We urge the responsible authorities to provide an immediate and transparent update outlining the current status of the project, the reasons behind the delay, and a revised timeline for delivery. It is essential that a clear commitment is demonstrated to reassure both the business community and the wider public. This project is too important to be left in limbo. Prompt action and honest communication are now critical. Sincerely, F Rigby on Linkedin Email Urgent Request for Update on Middleton Grange Redevelopment Dear Sir/Madam, I am writing to express deep concern over the continued delay in the redevelopment of Middleton Grange Shopping Centre. With the project initially due to begin in 2023, the ongoing lack of progress and communication is now seriously affecting the businesses that depend on the centre. The uncertainty surrounding the redevelopment has left tenants unable to plan for the future or commit to investment, and it has led to a visible decline in footfall and customer confidence. The current situation is unsustainable. We urge the responsible authorities to provide an immediate and transparent update outlining the current status of the project, the reasons behind the delay, and a revised timeline for delivery. It is essential that a clear commitment is demonstrated to reassure both the business community and the wider public. This project is too important to be left in limbo. Prompt action and honest communication are now critical. Sincerely, F Rigby link

Urgent Request for Update on Middleton Grange Redevelopment Dear Sir/Madam, I am writing to express deep concern over the continued delay in the redevelopment of Middleton Grange Shopping Centre. With the project initially due to begin in 2023, the ongoing lack of progress and communication is now seriously affecting the businesses that depend on the centre. The uncertainty surrounding the redevelopment has left tenants unable to plan for the future or commit to investment, and it has led to a visible decline in footfall and customer confidence. The current situation is unsustainable. We urge the responsible authorities to provide an immediate and transparent update outlining the current status of the project, the reasons behind the delay, and a revised timeline for delivery. It is essential that a clear commitment is demonstrated to reassure both the business community and the wider public. This project is too important to be left in limbo. Prompt action and honest communication are now critical. Sincerely, F Rigby

Rigby asked 6 months ago

Thank you for your question, and as with previous responses the Council continues to work very closely with the Hartlepool Development Corporation to finalise and progress the complex proposals. While we fully appreciate the need for communication and work to begin, it is essential that all partners complete the due diligence, planning and proposals before engagement with all stakeholders begins.
Share Subject: Request for Update on Re-imagining of Middleton Grange Shopping Centre Dear Sir/Madam, I hope this message finds you well. I am writing to request an update on the proposed re-imagining of Middleton Grange Shopping Centre. As you are aware, the redevelopment work was originally scheduled to begin in 2023. However, we have yet to see substantial progress, which has unfortunately led to significant uncertainty and concern among the businesses operating within the centre. This delay has had a considerable impact on trade, with diminished confidence from both retailers and customers regarding the future of the shopping centre. It is becoming increasingly difficult for businesses to plan ahead or invest in improvements when there is so much ambiguity surrounding the development timeline. We respectfully urge the relevant authorities to expedite the commencement of the regeneration work and provide a clear, transparent update on the planned schedule and milestones. A strong and visible commitment to this project is essential to restore confidence and ensure the long-term viability of the centre as a key part of Hartlepool's retail and community offering. Thank you for your attention to this matter. We look forward to hearing from you soon. Kind Regards, Saif on Facebook Share Subject: Request for Update on Re-imagining of Middleton Grange Shopping Centre Dear Sir/Madam, I hope this message finds you well. I am writing to request an update on the proposed re-imagining of Middleton Grange Shopping Centre. As you are aware, the redevelopment work was originally scheduled to begin in 2023. However, we have yet to see substantial progress, which has unfortunately led to significant uncertainty and concern among the businesses operating within the centre. This delay has had a considerable impact on trade, with diminished confidence from both retailers and customers regarding the future of the shopping centre. It is becoming increasingly difficult for businesses to plan ahead or invest in improvements when there is so much ambiguity surrounding the development timeline. We respectfully urge the relevant authorities to expedite the commencement of the regeneration work and provide a clear, transparent update on the planned schedule and milestones. A strong and visible commitment to this project is essential to restore confidence and ensure the long-term viability of the centre as a key part of Hartlepool's retail and community offering. Thank you for your attention to this matter. We look forward to hearing from you soon. Kind Regards, Saif on Twitter Share Subject: Request for Update on Re-imagining of Middleton Grange Shopping Centre Dear Sir/Madam, I hope this message finds you well. I am writing to request an update on the proposed re-imagining of Middleton Grange Shopping Centre. As you are aware, the redevelopment work was originally scheduled to begin in 2023. However, we have yet to see substantial progress, which has unfortunately led to significant uncertainty and concern among the businesses operating within the centre. This delay has had a considerable impact on trade, with diminished confidence from both retailers and customers regarding the future of the shopping centre. It is becoming increasingly difficult for businesses to plan ahead or invest in improvements when there is so much ambiguity surrounding the development timeline. We respectfully urge the relevant authorities to expedite the commencement of the regeneration work and provide a clear, transparent update on the planned schedule and milestones. A strong and visible commitment to this project is essential to restore confidence and ensure the long-term viability of the centre as a key part of Hartlepool's retail and community offering. Thank you for your attention to this matter. We look forward to hearing from you soon. Kind Regards, Saif on Linkedin Email Subject: Request for Update on Re-imagining of Middleton Grange Shopping Centre Dear Sir/Madam, I hope this message finds you well. I am writing to request an update on the proposed re-imagining of Middleton Grange Shopping Centre. As you are aware, the redevelopment work was originally scheduled to begin in 2023. However, we have yet to see substantial progress, which has unfortunately led to significant uncertainty and concern among the businesses operating within the centre. This delay has had a considerable impact on trade, with diminished confidence from both retailers and customers regarding the future of the shopping centre. It is becoming increasingly difficult for businesses to plan ahead or invest in improvements when there is so much ambiguity surrounding the development timeline. We respectfully urge the relevant authorities to expedite the commencement of the regeneration work and provide a clear, transparent update on the planned schedule and milestones. A strong and visible commitment to this project is essential to restore confidence and ensure the long-term viability of the centre as a key part of Hartlepool's retail and community offering. Thank you for your attention to this matter. We look forward to hearing from you soon. Kind Regards, Saif link

Subject: Request for Update on Re-imagining of Middleton Grange Shopping Centre Dear Sir/Madam, I hope this message finds you well. I am writing to request an update on the proposed re-imagining of Middleton Grange Shopping Centre. As you are aware, the redevelopment work was originally scheduled to begin in 2023. However, we have yet to see substantial progress, which has unfortunately led to significant uncertainty and concern among the businesses operating within the centre. This delay has had a considerable impact on trade, with diminished confidence from both retailers and customers regarding the future of the shopping centre. It is becoming increasingly difficult for businesses to plan ahead or invest in improvements when there is so much ambiguity surrounding the development timeline. We respectfully urge the relevant authorities to expedite the commencement of the regeneration work and provide a clear, transparent update on the planned schedule and milestones. A strong and visible commitment to this project is essential to restore confidence and ensure the long-term viability of the centre as a key part of Hartlepool's retail and community offering. Thank you for your attention to this matter. We look forward to hearing from you soon. Kind Regards, Saif

Saif asked 9 months ago

Thank you for your question, please see the response below to the previous question.
Share Subject: Request for Update on Re-imagining of Middleton Grange Shopping Centre Dear Sir/Madam, I hope this message finds you well. I am writing to request an update on the proposed re-imagining of Middleton Grange Shopping Centre. As you are aware, the redevelopment work was originally scheduled to begin in 2023. However, we have yet to see substantial progress, which has unfortunately led to significant uncertainty and concern among the businesses operating within the centre. This delay has had a considerable impact on trade, with diminished confidence from both retailers and customers regarding the future of the shopping centre. It is becoming increasingly difficult for businesses to plan ahead or invest in improvements when there is so much ambiguity surrounding the development timeline. We respectfully urge the relevant authorities to expedite the commencement of the regeneration work and provide a clear, transparent update on the planned schedule and milestones. A strong and visible commitment to this project is essential to restore confidence and ensure the long-term viability of the centre as a key part of Hartlepool's retail and community offering. Thank you for your attention to this matter. We look forward to hearing from you soon. Kind regards, Saif on Facebook Share Subject: Request for Update on Re-imagining of Middleton Grange Shopping Centre Dear Sir/Madam, I hope this message finds you well. I am writing to request an update on the proposed re-imagining of Middleton Grange Shopping Centre. As you are aware, the redevelopment work was originally scheduled to begin in 2023. However, we have yet to see substantial progress, which has unfortunately led to significant uncertainty and concern among the businesses operating within the centre. This delay has had a considerable impact on trade, with diminished confidence from both retailers and customers regarding the future of the shopping centre. It is becoming increasingly difficult for businesses to plan ahead or invest in improvements when there is so much ambiguity surrounding the development timeline. We respectfully urge the relevant authorities to expedite the commencement of the regeneration work and provide a clear, transparent update on the planned schedule and milestones. A strong and visible commitment to this project is essential to restore confidence and ensure the long-term viability of the centre as a key part of Hartlepool's retail and community offering. Thank you for your attention to this matter. We look forward to hearing from you soon. Kind regards, Saif on Twitter Share Subject: Request for Update on Re-imagining of Middleton Grange Shopping Centre Dear Sir/Madam, I hope this message finds you well. I am writing to request an update on the proposed re-imagining of Middleton Grange Shopping Centre. As you are aware, the redevelopment work was originally scheduled to begin in 2023. However, we have yet to see substantial progress, which has unfortunately led to significant uncertainty and concern among the businesses operating within the centre. This delay has had a considerable impact on trade, with diminished confidence from both retailers and customers regarding the future of the shopping centre. It is becoming increasingly difficult for businesses to plan ahead or invest in improvements when there is so much ambiguity surrounding the development timeline. We respectfully urge the relevant authorities to expedite the commencement of the regeneration work and provide a clear, transparent update on the planned schedule and milestones. A strong and visible commitment to this project is essential to restore confidence and ensure the long-term viability of the centre as a key part of Hartlepool's retail and community offering. Thank you for your attention to this matter. We look forward to hearing from you soon. Kind regards, Saif on Linkedin Email Subject: Request for Update on Re-imagining of Middleton Grange Shopping Centre Dear Sir/Madam, I hope this message finds you well. I am writing to request an update on the proposed re-imagining of Middleton Grange Shopping Centre. As you are aware, the redevelopment work was originally scheduled to begin in 2023. However, we have yet to see substantial progress, which has unfortunately led to significant uncertainty and concern among the businesses operating within the centre. This delay has had a considerable impact on trade, with diminished confidence from both retailers and customers regarding the future of the shopping centre. It is becoming increasingly difficult for businesses to plan ahead or invest in improvements when there is so much ambiguity surrounding the development timeline. We respectfully urge the relevant authorities to expedite the commencement of the regeneration work and provide a clear, transparent update on the planned schedule and milestones. A strong and visible commitment to this project is essential to restore confidence and ensure the long-term viability of the centre as a key part of Hartlepool's retail and community offering. Thank you for your attention to this matter. We look forward to hearing from you soon. Kind regards, Saif link

Subject: Request for Update on Re-imagining of Middleton Grange Shopping Centre Dear Sir/Madam, I hope this message finds you well. I am writing to request an update on the proposed re-imagining of Middleton Grange Shopping Centre. As you are aware, the redevelopment work was originally scheduled to begin in 2023. However, we have yet to see substantial progress, which has unfortunately led to significant uncertainty and concern among the businesses operating within the centre. This delay has had a considerable impact on trade, with diminished confidence from both retailers and customers regarding the future of the shopping centre. It is becoming increasingly difficult for businesses to plan ahead or invest in improvements when there is so much ambiguity surrounding the development timeline. We respectfully urge the relevant authorities to expedite the commencement of the regeneration work and provide a clear, transparent update on the planned schedule and milestones. A strong and visible commitment to this project is essential to restore confidence and ensure the long-term viability of the centre as a key part of Hartlepool's retail and community offering. Thank you for your attention to this matter. We look forward to hearing from you soon. Kind regards, Saif

Saif asked 10 months ago

Thank you for your question, the Town Deal funded project will be focused on the north east corner of the shopping centre, and only a small part of the overall shopping centre footprint. The Council is working closely with the Hartlepool Development Corporation to now finalise the proposals as these complex, large scale capital projects require a great deal of due diligence and planning. All stakeholders will be engaged fully in the very near future which will include a full timeline for the scheme.
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Alison asked 11 months ago

Thank you for your question, please see responses to previous similar questions below and as soon as a timetable is confirmed we will publish an update on this page.
Share Great to see the award granted in 2021 of 13.8m Since you have had that money 4 years what is the interest growth on that monies and what will it be spent on ? The 13.8m is for the old binns project Surely the interest can be used helping the business inside the shopping centre Or drop/fund rents to keep it alive 2% interest rate would give an extra £270,000 per year and x that four …….,, on Facebook Share Great to see the award granted in 2021 of 13.8m Since you have had that money 4 years what is the interest growth on that monies and what will it be spent on ? The 13.8m is for the old binns project Surely the interest can be used helping the business inside the shopping centre Or drop/fund rents to keep it alive 2% interest rate would give an extra £270,000 per year and x that four …….,, on Twitter Share Great to see the award granted in 2021 of 13.8m Since you have had that money 4 years what is the interest growth on that monies and what will it be spent on ? The 13.8m is for the old binns project Surely the interest can be used helping the business inside the shopping centre Or drop/fund rents to keep it alive 2% interest rate would give an extra £270,000 per year and x that four …….,, on Linkedin Email Great to see the award granted in 2021 of 13.8m Since you have had that money 4 years what is the interest growth on that monies and what will it be spent on ? The 13.8m is for the old binns project Surely the interest can be used helping the business inside the shopping centre Or drop/fund rents to keep it alive 2% interest rate would give an extra £270,000 per year and x that four …….,, link

Great to see the award granted in 2021 of 13.8m Since you have had that money 4 years what is the interest growth on that monies and what will it be spent on ? The 13.8m is for the old binns project Surely the interest can be used helping the business inside the shopping centre Or drop/fund rents to keep it alive 2% interest rate would give an extra £270,000 per year and x that four …….,,

Paul c h asked 11 months ago

Thank you for your question. While HBC was awarded a grant through the Town Deal programme in 2021 for the Reimagining Middleton Grange project, the Council does not receive this money up front but in arrears upon successful completion of agreed outputs. The project to bring the former Binns building back into use is still in development.
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Declan asked 11 months ago

Thank you for your question, the Council is currently in the process of developing the outline design and once more detailed technical design is undertaken and approved it will be publicly available via this page, together with a confirmed construction timetable
Share Hi Any news and updates on the commencement of work on Middleton Grange Shopping Centre? It has been so long since the announcement of the work and demolition of the shopping centre. All customers and retailers are in confusion and worried what will happen to the shopping centre. Therefore, please release the updated master plan and try to commence the work ASAP as the shopping centre is losing customers. Also, new retailers do not wish to come to the shopping centre as its future is ambiguous and risky. Please expedite your process and start the work urgently to save the shopping centre. Kind regards Jav on Facebook Share Hi Any news and updates on the commencement of work on Middleton Grange Shopping Centre? It has been so long since the announcement of the work and demolition of the shopping centre. All customers and retailers are in confusion and worried what will happen to the shopping centre. Therefore, please release the updated master plan and try to commence the work ASAP as the shopping centre is losing customers. Also, new retailers do not wish to come to the shopping centre as its future is ambiguous and risky. Please expedite your process and start the work urgently to save the shopping centre. Kind regards Jav on Twitter Share Hi Any news and updates on the commencement of work on Middleton Grange Shopping Centre? It has been so long since the announcement of the work and demolition of the shopping centre. All customers and retailers are in confusion and worried what will happen to the shopping centre. Therefore, please release the updated master plan and try to commence the work ASAP as the shopping centre is losing customers. Also, new retailers do not wish to come to the shopping centre as its future is ambiguous and risky. Please expedite your process and start the work urgently to save the shopping centre. Kind regards Jav on Linkedin Email Hi Any news and updates on the commencement of work on Middleton Grange Shopping Centre? It has been so long since the announcement of the work and demolition of the shopping centre. All customers and retailers are in confusion and worried what will happen to the shopping centre. Therefore, please release the updated master plan and try to commence the work ASAP as the shopping centre is losing customers. Also, new retailers do not wish to come to the shopping centre as its future is ambiguous and risky. Please expedite your process and start the work urgently to save the shopping centre. Kind regards Jav link

Hi Any news and updates on the commencement of work on Middleton Grange Shopping Centre? It has been so long since the announcement of the work and demolition of the shopping centre. All customers and retailers are in confusion and worried what will happen to the shopping centre. Therefore, please release the updated master plan and try to commence the work ASAP as the shopping centre is losing customers. Also, new retailers do not wish to come to the shopping centre as its future is ambiguous and risky. Please expedite your process and start the work urgently to save the shopping centre. Kind regards Jav

Jav asked 11 months ago

Thank you again for your question, and as previously highlighted, Hartlepool Development Corporation is currently in the process of developing the masterplan for the reimagining of Middleton Grange and once this is approved it will be publicly available via this page, together with a confirmed construction timetable. The Council is working closely with the HDC to develop the proposals and complex, large scale capital projects require a great deal of due diligence and planning. All stakeholders will be engaged fully when the important early phases of project development are completed.

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