Gary Neville's next plan for Greater Manchester development schemes

A series of significant regeneration and development schemes have been unveiled across Greater Manchester, involving major changes to city centres and shopping spaces. In Manchester city centre, Gary Neville's development firm Relentless Developments has introduced ambitious plans for a new destination near Spinningfields. The proposal focuses on the land where Alberton House formerly stood and where Cardinal House remains at St Mary's Parsonage. Developers want to construct two tower blocks reaching up to 43 storeys high, which would provide 434 new homes, 172 hotel rooms, and around 12,657 square metres of office space alongside areas for shops and cafes. The plans are currently undergoing public consultation to gather feedback from local residents.

Meanwhile, in Bolton, temporary plans known as 'meanwhile use' have been outlined for the Crompton Place shopping centre site opposite the town hall, which is scheduled for demolition following the approval of planning permission last year. While long-term transformation will eventually bring new homes, offices, and leisure spaces, the cleared land will temporarily feature a big screen, street food markets, and an urban garden on Victoria Square during construction. Additionally, French owner BNP Paribas has submitted proposals regarding the massive B&Q retail site off Kay Street in Bolton. The plans would shrink the DIY store into three separate units, making way for a purpose-built Aldi to relocate from Higher Bridge Street and a new Starbucks drive-through.

Several major regeneration and development schemes have been unveiled across various boroughs in Greater Manchester.

Further north in Bury, new details regarding a £24.1m regeneration project have been released by Bury Council and developer Bruntwood. Portions of the Mill Gate shopping centre are slated for demolition to improve pedestrian connections to the existing Bury Market. The scheme incorporates a brand-new public square featuring seating, planting, and small commercial units situated on Princess Parade next to the upcoming Casewells flexi-hall.

Why it matters These urban renewal projects mark a major shift in the infrastructure, commercial offerings, and residential capacity across multiple Greater Manchester boroughs. The developments directly affect local residents, businesses, and shoppers by replacing older 1960s architecture and out-of-date retail spaces with modern housing, expanded employment opportunities, and enhanced public leisure areas.