Work Starts On-Site..
Following planning approval at the end of 2025 we are now getting ready to begin the first phase of the regeneration. This involves dismantling the former Chorlton Cross Shopping Centre and Graeme House buildings.
WHAT TO EXPECT
The first step will be the closure of the precinct car park, which will shut at the end of May 2026. We will then install new hoardings around the site. This means that the cut-through between Manchester Road and Nicolas Road will be closed to both pedestrians and vehicles from this point.
Where possible, materials from the existing buildings will be reused during construction of the new neighbourhood. This will help reduce the number of vehicles needed to remove materials from the site.
Keeping local people safe and minimising disruption is our top priority. Demolition work is expected to begin in mid-June and will complete during August. Our demolition contractor will carefully manage noise, dust and vibration throughout the work:
• Spraying fine water mist to reduce dust
• Using dust control equipment on machinery
• Monitoring noise and vibration levels throughout the project
At this stage, noise and vibration levels are not expected to cause significant disruption to nearby residents or businesses.
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The demolition work will be carried out by SJ Walchester.
Once work begins, if you have any questions, you can contact:
Demolition Site Manager – Jake Flood
m: 07730 396410 t: 01538 755451 e: info@sjwalchester.co.uk
Working hours:
Monday-Friday 8am-6pm
Saturday 9am-1pm
No work will take place on Sundays
The Site
Working with award-winning architects, we’ve developed a detailed masterplan to transform the shopping centre site. Take a look at what it includes and how your feedback has influenced our plans.
https://onechorlton.co.uk/vision/
We are looking to transform Chorlton’s existing shopping centre into a thriving new neighbourhood at the heart of the community.
A framework for how the site could be redeveloped was drawn up by Manchester City Council in 2017 and we were appointed to design and deliver the neighbourhood.
With planning approval now secured, discover how ONE Chorlton will transform the site with new homes, public spaces and commercial opportunities.
We are the PJ Livesey Group, the experienced Manchester-based team behind the vision for the precinct site and its transformation into ONE Chorlton. Following extensive consultation and refinement of the proposals, planning permission was approved by Manchester City Council at the end of 2025, marking a significant milestone in bringing the development forward.
ABOUT THE PJ LIVESEY GROUP
Founded in 1979, we’ve a lengthy track record, building our reputation through the painstaking renovation of some of the finest heritage properties across the UK.
As a local company, we’re committed to leaving a lasting legacy in Chorlton of which we can all be proud.
Eddie – Monday 1st June 2026.