The Enterprise Centre is said to create new opportunities and boost business growth in the heart of Radcliffe, with plans underway to provide small businesses with extra support to allow them to thrive
Bury Council has officially taken possession of the keys to the new Radcliffe Enterprise Centre.
The centre will operate from the ground floor of the existing Radcliffe Library on Stand Lane, following a period of fit-out works that are underway. Library services will continue to operate uninterrupted from the first floor until they relocate to the new £40m Radcliffe Hub, set to open by the end of the year, Bury Council have said.
Once complete and fully opened later this year, the Radcliffe Enterprise Centre will provide flexible workspaces, modern meeting rooms, and on-site business support services. Designed to help small businesses start up and grow, it will offer a multi-functional environment for local entrepreneurs, freelancer, and early-stage companies looking to develop in a supportive, collaborative setting.
Councillor Charlotte Morris, Cabinet Member for Regeneration and Growth, said: “Today’s handover marks another important step in delivering our long‑term vision for Radcliffe. The Radcliffe Enterprise Centre will give local businesses the space, support and confidence they need to innovate and thrive.
“By regenerating existing buildings and investing in high-quality business facilities, we’re turning investment into real places for our communities to live, work and spend time, creating a stronger local economy and helping ensure Radcliffe remains a place where people can build successful careers and businesses.”
The Radcliffe Enterprise Centre forms a part of the wider regeneration programme for the town, focused on creating new opportunities, improving public services, and supporting long-term economic growth.
Councillor Gavin McGill, Cabinet Member for Culture, Economy and Skills, said: "The development of the Radcliffe Enterprise Centre represents a significant investment not only in our local economy but in the cultural life of the town. By revitalising this important community building, we are creating a space that supports creativity and inclusive growth. The centre will contribute meaningfully to Radcliffe’s cultural renaissance and strengthen its role as a place where residents can engage, collaborate and thrive.”
Initially, the enterprise centre will be situated only on the ground floor. When Radcliffe Library relocates to the new Radcliffe Hub, the enterprise centre will expand into the rest of the bulding.
The construction project began in June 2025, involving a complete relief of the ground floor, including the construction of 8 self-contained offices and co-working spaces. A new boiler and heating system were installed along with a new electricity supply and energy-efficient lighting, with works carried out by Eric Wright Construction.
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