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Drone images show former M&S redevelopment site

Rachael McMenemy
Capital&Centric An aerial shot from directly above the site shows buildings fully demolished with some debris and mounds of dirt. There are also construction vehicles. Capital&Centric
The site had been empty since M&S closed in 2018

Drone images have shown what is left after demolition works for a town centre redevelopment project.

Work is ongoing at the old M&S and BHS site on Abington Street in Northampton, with developers calling it a "major milestone" in the project.

It will be developed into a new mixed-use building, with flats on the upper floors and retail and leisure units on the ground floor.

The site has been empty since M&S shut in 2018 and BHS in 2016.

John Moffat, joint managing director at developer Capital & Centric, said: "We're buzzing with how this is shaping up.

"You can finally see the size of the opportunity now the old buildings are down.

"We're looking forward to sharing some early thoughts on what this could become."

Capital&Centric An aerial drone shot shows the site surrounded by other buildings. The site has large mounds of dirt and gravel and there are orange construction vehicles within the site.Capital&Centric
It is hoped the regeneration project will bring businesses to the area
We Are Northampton Computer-generated image of how the completed project will lookWe Are Northampton
The new mixed-use development will take the place formerly occupied by BHS and Marks & Spencer stores

James Petter, deputy leader of Reform UK-led West Northamptonshire Council, said: "Transforming these former department stores into a welcoming, outward-looking neighbourhood will help strengthen our town centre, support local businesses and create new places for people to live, meet and relax."

Details of a public consultation are expected to be released in the coming weeks.

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