In a bid to revitalise Boston’s town centre, a derelict building has been acquired as part of a £15 million regeneration initiative.

The Rosegarth Square development aims to rejuvenate the heart of Boston, stretching from the River Witham to the Len Medlock Centre, with plans for a new public park and enhanced pedestrian routes.

With a substantial £14.8 million injection from the Government’s Levelling Up fund, the project promises to transform the area into a vibrant space for the community to enjoy, featuring green spaces, improved walkways, and artistic installations.

A significant milestone in this ambitious vision was reached as Boston Borough Council secured the former B&M site, strategically located at the core of the proposed development.

“Improving the town centre is one of our top priorities and we are determined to push ahead to ensure our vision becomes a reality,” affirmed BBC leader Coun Anne Dorrian. “Developing this large, derelict building is yet another piece in that transformation jigsaw.”

Utilising government grant funding to acquire the site, Coun Dorrian expressed excitement about the opportunities it presents for the town’s enhancement. “I am really pleased that we have been able to utilise government grant funding to purchase the former B&M site, and we have exciting ideas to ensure that the site makes a positive contribution to our town.”

The former B&M store, inactive for several years, holds promise for redevelopment, aligning with the council’s broader aspirations for town centre regeneration.

Previously, the site hosted various supermarkets, including Hilliards, Tesco, and Kwik-Save, underscoring its significance in the town’s redevelopment agenda.

The Rosegarth Square project adds to a series of substantial investments in Boston, including the Boston Town Deal projects, Blenkin Memorial Hall, Dolphin Lane rejuvenation, restoration of historic buildings, Boston railway station transformation, and the forthcoming demolition of the former Ingelow Centre to make way for the new Mayflower building, part of Boston College.

“This is just the beginning of our journey to deliver a town centre which residents will be proud of, businesses will want to invest in, and visitors will come to shop, eat and drink, socialise and spend their free time,” added Coun Dorrian. “We’re grateful for the support of HM Government through the Levelling Up Fund, making this transformation possible for the benefit of our community.”