Hatfield Market Place Set For Exciting Transformation
Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council has appointed civil engineering specialist Henderson & Taylor to lead the redevelopment of Hatfield Market Place.
The project is a key component of the council’s Hatfield Town Centre regeneration programme, which aims to breathe new life into the town and make it a thriving and attractive place for people to live, work and enjoy.
Work is set to begin in early spring, with completion expected by the autumn. The project will create a vibrant, accessible and sustainable public space, providing a welcoming environment where families and people of all ages can relax, play and enjoy quality time in the heart of the town centre.
Henderson & Taylor are a multi-disciplinary contractor with over 60 years of industry experience delivering projects in Hertfordshire and the South of England, including public realm enhancements.
The Market Place transformation project, which has been developed with input from the local community, aims to reflect the needs of residents while supporting local businesses by increasing footfall and encouraging longer visits. The redevelopment builds on previous projects including the regeneration of White Lion Square and One Town Centre and is being delivered through funding secured through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund. This project marks a significant step forward in creating a thriving, attractive, and inclusive town centre.
Councillor Rose Grewal, Executive Member for Planning, said:
“The redevelopment of Market Place is an important part of our regeneration programme for Hatfield Town Centre and demonstrates this administration's ongoing commitment to deliver on our priority of supporting vibrant town centres. This project will create a new sustainable, community-focused public space at Market Place, that boosts footfall and offers and welcoming environment for both residents and businesses. I look forward to seeing this transformation take shape and the positive impact it will have on Hatfield and on our Town Centre.”
Mathew Lynch, Managing Director from Henderson & Taylor said: “We are delighted to have been awarded the contract. The redevelopment of Market Place in Hatfield will be a wonderful addition to the town centre, and we look forward to collaborating with Council colleagues on this important project.”
To find out more and to stay up to date with the progress, please visit one.welhat.gov.uk/market-place