Millom Town Deal milestone as historic Old Bank work complete
A major project in Millom has reached a milestone, with work now complete on the town's historic Old Bank building.
The Old Bank is the first project to be completed as part of the Millom Town Deal. Cumberland Council, Sellafield Ltd and the Millom Town Deal Board are working together to support the town. It also creates new opportunities for local people.
The former NatWest bank has been repaired and restored. It’s now a new space for local businesses, community groups and visitors. Work has been delivered through the Reactivating Heritage Buildings project
Sellafield Ltd has provided more than £3.3 million to support the Millom Town Deal through its Social Impact, Multiplied (SiX) programme.
This programme supports projects that help local people, protect important buildings and bring communities together.
This helped secure £20.6 million from the government for projects across Millom.
The Old Bank shows how this investment is helping to bring empty buildings back into use and support the town’s future.
David Savage, chair of the Millom Town Deal Board, said:
This is the first project to be delivered through the Town Deal Regeneration Programme. It represents a long-overdue investment in Millom’s future.
It will help create new opportunities and partnerships. It supports our ambition to make the town an increasingly attractive place to work, visit and live. This is a proud moment for Millom. It’s one we can all celebrate together.
Tracey West, head of social impact, Sellafield Ltd, said:
A key part of our social impact approach is working collaboratively with like-minded partners. This means we can draw in additional funding and expertise. Collectively, we can achieve much more for our communities.
The completion of The Old Bank is a fantastic example of this. Together we have a shared ambition for the future of Millom.
We’re investing in projects that create opportunities and celebrate local heritage. These help build a thriving and sustainable future for the town.
This project demonstrates how regeneration can preserve what makes a place special. At the same time creating new spaces for businesses, communities and visitors. We’re proud to be playing our part in delivering lasting benefits for Millom.
Story Contracting carried out the work to restore the building while keeping its historic features.
When the final arrangements are complete, The Old Bank will be run by local business owners.
Their plans include a bistro, space for events, and opportunities for local artists, makers and small businesses.