Blackburn Two Cathedral Square goes in for planning

Maple Grove Developments, working in partnership with Blackburn with Darwen Council and Blackburn Cathedral, has announced the submission of a detailed planning application for the second phase of Cathedral Quarter in Blackburn, Lancashire.

Designed by BDP Architects, the plans would see the development of a six-storey building comprising 2,800m² of Grade ‘A’ office accommodation with retail and restaurant space on the ground floor.

Andrew Dewhurst, Development Director at Maple Grove Developments, commented: “When it comes to demand for business space in Lancashire, Blackburn town centre is at the fore. The recently completed One Cathedral Square has proven to be extremely popular and we are confident that number two will follow suit, helping to position Cathedral Square as an established business and leisure location.

“It’s a major regeneration project for the region and, as a Lancashire developer, one that we are very much proud to be a part of. Once planning is granted we will look to start on site later in 2019.”

Gary Wilde at BDP continued: “As with Number One, Two Cathedral Square has been sensitively designed in the context of its surroundings, framing the views to the Cathedral and creating al fresco eating opportunities thanks to its south-facing orientation.”

“Internally the office design is more informal and incorporates features including a new lounge concept at ground floor to welcome both occupiers and visitors to Cathedral Quarter.”