A building that was severely damaged in the riots three years ago that swept has reopened after being transformed as part of a £650 million regeneration scheme.
The former library in Pendleton, Salford, has undergone a transformation into a community facility with a housing office, credit union and community meeting rooms.
The building has been named Brotherton in reference to the former library which was named after the reforming Victorian MP Joseph Brotherton.
The building is home to Pendleton Together, the consortium behind the area’s regeneration, and Salford Credit Union. The consortium is a partnership between Together Housing Group, Keepmoat and Salford City Council.
Local residents will be able to access housing and credit union services, as well as community meeting rooms and respite facilities for use while their homes are being refurbished.
The building off Hankinson Way was severely damaged during the civil unrest in 2011. It had been closed as a library after The Broadwalk Centre with library facilities was opened nearby.
The building is owned by Salford City Council and is leased to Pendleton Together as part of the regeneration. The consortium’s partner Keepmoat has spent the last six months refurbishing the building which had suffered fire damage.
Local residents will have chance to look around the new centre at an open day on Saturday 20 September. They will be able to learn about the services on offer and enjoy a range of fun activities for all ages.
The opening times are 8.30am to 5pm on Monday, Tuesday and Friday, 8.30am to 6.30pm on Wednesday and 10am to 5pm on Thursday.
