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What other developments are happening in Towcester?

South Northamptonshire Council, English Partnerships, the Towcester Partnership and Northamptonshire County Council are working with WNDC to create plans for regenerating the centre of Towcester. The Moat Lane area, to the east of Watling Street, has been specially identified by the Towcester Partnership and South Northamptonshire Council to help transform the current amenities.

WNDC has already provided over £2 million, has been working hard to secure key areas of land and is supporting initial discussions and potential designs. It is a delicate site containing listed buildings and an ancient monument at Bury Mount, nevertheless, sustainable communities are not just about housing. The proposed leisure, cultural and retail facilities will generate added vibrancy, employment opportunities and tourism to the historic market town.

Key elements of the proposed Moat Lane development

• A new civic building at the heart of the community
• New public spaces including a riverside walk, performance space and access to open parkland
• A better range of shops and stores
• Improved access to Bury Mount to give emphasis to Towcester’s rich heritage
• A high quality cultural venue and hotel accommodation

Aerial Picture of Towcester