Plans to turn Littlewood's into a major film and TV hub
There are plans to turn the former Littlewoods building in Liverpool into a major film and TV hub
ir John Moores, and his brother Cecil were the owners of the building which was the country’s wealthiest family owned business empire
Constructed in 1938, it's since gone into disrepair but a new company is hoping give it a new lease of life
Tim Heatley of CAPITAL&CENTRIC said “ We’re excited at the opportunity to restore the Littlewoods Buildings and give it an exciting new lease of life that will put it on a national stage and finally give it the recognition that it deserves.
Last year we completed the speculative redevelopment of the neighbouring Bunker building, which is now fully let. Bunker has successfully attracted a mix of media and tech companies that will inspire the future of our Littlewoods scheme and we can’t wait to get started.
Our vision for the site is to see it not just become the heart of Liverpool’s vibrant film and media industry, but a draw to companies in this sector both nationally and internationally. We aren’t looking for companies interested solely in co-location, but in collaboration, to be a part of a hub that can fully capitalise on Liverpool’s world-class offer as a filming location.
The next phase of development represents a £35m investment from CAPITAL&CENTRIC, the project once complete will create in excess of 350 new jobs.
Talks over a deal to secure funding for the site is ongoing with Liverpool City Region Combined Authority
Councillor Malcolm Kennedy, the Liverpool City Council Cabinet Member for Regeneration commented, “We are well aware of their excellent track record in delivering innovative buildings and I’m sure they will handle this vital piece of regeneration with sensitivity and great imagination."
"The digital and creative industries are a multi-billion pound growth opportunity for the Liverpool City Region over the next decade and this development represents a unique opportunity to further accelerate this sector. The City Council fully support the plans that CAPITAL&CENTRIC have drawn up and look forward to working closely with them as the scheme is delivered.”