Town Deal projects take shape

Millions of pounds of investment in Long Eaton are making a positive impact for residents and businesses.

The Long Eaton Town Deal projects - made possible following Government funding of £25 million in 2021 - are reaching the development phase, with some now complete. 

New lighting is now in place at West Park; 42 low-energy lampposts light up an extra 1.2 kilometres of pathway, and work has started on the park’s events field which will be a showcase venue for open-air concerts and outdoor events. 

Work to put in place a new iconic bridge over the canal from Broad Street to the park and create an attractive waterfront where people can relax will start in January.

The design of a new bridge at the former Britannia Mills – which will form part of a much-improved walking and cycling network - is due to be finalised. Planning permission is expected in September with work anticipated to start in March.

Work continues to convert listed outbuildings at Long Eaton Town Hall to create modern business hub providing managed workspace units for local businesses. 

As well as this the council recently acquired all the properties at Galaxy Row which includes a former cinema. It is now in the process of finding a development partner so that work can begin on the exciting new project which will include new commercial space and homes.

Richard Ledger, chair of the Long Eaton Town Deal Board, said: “Years of planning has gone into these major projects, so it is fantastic when you start to see all the hard work paying off. In the not too distance future residents and businesses will start to notice more of the projects taking shape and I’m excited for the result.”

Councillor James Dawson, vice chair of the Town Board, said: “The Long Eaton Town Deal is a step closer to its aim of revitalising the town and improving facilities for residents. We will make sure that residents continue to be updated along the way.”

A High Street project to revitalise the town centre, led by the local Highways Authority Derbyshire County Council, has been delayed due to design changes, with a new completion date of October 2026. The County Council is due to hold meetings with the contractors and will update the council on the next steps. 

Find out more at longeatontowndeal.org.