Old Conservative club could be transformed into banqueting hall and wedding venue

A CGI of how the new banquet hall on old Conservative club site in Middleton could look. Image courtesy of Architecture Unknown

The old Conservative club in neighbouring Middleton could soon be turned into a bespoke banqueting hall and wedding venue.

Elaborate plans, submitted by Architecture Unknown on behalf of local business Kohinoor Banqueting Ltd, aim to transform the building into a wedding venue and multi-use function space for the community.

Proposals for the Long Street site include internal refurbishments; renovation of the existing heritage façade; and a two-storey extension.

The proposed transformation will see the disused area at the back of the building adapted into a car park with new plants, green swales and a ‘green-wall’.

The developers say the contemporary extension would take inspiration from the existing Middleton Conservative Club – which closed in 2020.

Daniel Kelso, director at Architecture Unknown, said: “The plans for 77 Long Street are contemporary and fresh, nodding respectfully to the building’s heritage while making it fit for purpose – an exciting building that will service the community for events and celebrations, for many years to come.

“From conception to plans, it has been a collaborative process with the client to ensure we can put forward a beautiful space Middleton town can be proud of.

"There has been a real focus in maintaining the green space the local community loves, whilst improving access and making the building a go-to destination for events.”

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