First shop open in new-look Telford town as first phase of redevelopment wraps up
The first shop within a new-look town centre has opened its doors.
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Work to redevelop Oakengates town centre has hit an important milestone this week with the opening of its first store.
The ambitious project that is seeing the transformation of the 1960s shopping precinct began in autumn last year.
Dubbed the 'Theatre Quarter', work is underway to regenerate the area between the theatre and the Wakes, as well as parts of Limes Walk and Market Street.
In total, fourteen new shop frontages will be created, along with ten residential units and a new public space for hosting events and activities - including an enhanced market.
The first phase, which is seeing several units on Limes Walk transformed into new retail spaces with six residential units above is almost complete.
