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Search the Public Notice PortalA prominent Grade II listed building on Kirkham’s high street is set to be brought back into use following a significant restoration project funded by the Government.
Fylde Council has confirmed that heads of terms have been agreed with a new tenant for the Former Girls’ Charity School in Poulton Street, paving the way for the historic site to reopen as a sports bar, coffee lounge and bistro.
The council purchased the property, located in Poulton Street, in March 2022 as part of wider regeneration plans for Kirkham.
Since then, it has overseen extensive refurbishment works aimed at preserving the building’s original character and architectural features.
Dating back to 1860, the building has played a central role in the town’s history. It was originally established as a Girls’ Charity School before later being used as a community hall.
In more recent decades, it operated as a Lloyds/TSB bank, but had remained vacant for several years after the branch closed.
Now, subject to final contracts and planning approval, incoming operators "1860" plan to transform the space into a hospitality venue, a move expected to create jobs and boost footfall in the town centre.
A spokesperson for Fylde Council said the project marks an important milestone in efforts to revitalise Kirkham’s high street.
They said: "The Former Girls’ Charity School is an important part of Kirkham’s heritage, and we are pleased that this restoration project has preserved the building’s historic character.
"With a new tenant now in place, this long vacant property will be brought back into use, helping to deliver key regeneration goals by creating jobs, increasing footfall and supporting the development of the daytime and evening economy in the town."
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The refurbishment has been delivered as part of the wider Kirkham Futures programme, a four-year regeneration scheme described as the biggest investment in the town in a generation.
Funding has been provided through the Government’s Future High Streets Fund and the Historic England High Street Heritage Action Zone, alongside contributions from Lancashire County Council, Fylde Council and Kirkham Town Council.
Council leaders hope the reopening of the landmark building will act as a catalyst for further investment and activity in Kirkham, helping to secure a more vibrant future for the town centre.
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