Major regeneration works get underway at Gorton Market

Transformation works are now underway at Gorton Market as part of a wider regeneration of Gorton District Centre.

The project will see the creation of 10 brand-new food units, a dedicated bar area and community event stage, a newsagent offering everyday supplies, four health, beauty and wellbeing units, and a common seating area.

The market stalls are being revamped to accommodate a daytime family-focused food offering. This area can then stay open into the evening, hosting local entertainment and community events.

A glazed frontage will link the new indoor seating area to the outdoor market terrace, allowing people to use both areas, while the west frontage and entrance will also be revamped.

All existing tenants will remain in the market, and those affected are currently being relocated into newly refurbished units as boses look to keep disruption to a minimum. The project has been made possible through securing external funding from the UK Government’s Local Growth Place Flexible Fund.

Updates on the progress of the works will be shared over the coming months as the redevelopment continues and phases are completed. The Council says it will keep traders, residents and visitors informed as the project moves forward.

The works come after the recent completion of Gorton Square earlier this year and will make better use of the new market terrace. The refreshed roof and installation of solar photovoltaic panels to improve the building’s green credentials were also recently added.

Councillor Basat Sheikh, Executive Member for Neighbourhoods, said: “Gorton Market has been at the heart of this community for generations, and these improvements will secure its future for many more to come. This investment not only strengthens our local businesses but also creates new opportunities for residents and visitors to come together, shop, eat and socialise. Gorton deserves the very best, and this is a major step forward in the wider regeneration of our area.”