Capital & Centric to transform Gateshead’s Old Town Hall into homes

Capital & Centric has signed an agreement to acquire and repurpose Gateshead’s Old Town Hall into homes.  The Grade II listed building served as the council headquarters until the chamber, civic suite and council officers were relocated to the new civic centre in 1987. Last month it was reported that Capital & Centric was set to expand to the North East and was in early discussions with Gateshead Council about potential sites.  John Moffat, joint managing director at Capital & Centric, said: “We’re working up proposals for it to become new homes and can’t wait to share our ideas over the coming months. It makes sense that this building, which served the people of Gateshead for so long, can be reinvented to do so once again.” Anneliese Hutchinson, interim strategic director for economy, innovation and growth at Gateshead Council, said: “The building has latterly been in use by a few social and cultural sector bodies, but it has always been our intention to look at a more permanent solution. This development will be a key part of our town centre regeneration plans and we look forward to working with them on this.” Residential planning in Gateshead >> Image © Capital & Centric