Culture and Leisure Anchor Attraction

The Culture and Leisure Anchor Attraction will enhance the Esplanade and High Street and will provide a space for people to meet, relax and have fun. This new family activity centre and cultural hub is to be located all under one roof.

The project will see the current Goodwins building and the former Marks and Spencer's building demolished and the site redeveloped. New indoor attractions will help Redcar’s visitor economy.

The purpose-built facility will provide a modern, exciting and welcoming space for all, with access to digital technology, information services and learning opportunities. The building will be supported by a regular programme of events, creating an uplifting space that people can benefit from. This will attract people to use the town centre and support local businesses.

The building design has been amended to feature additional windows for visitors to enjoy the coastal views, less cladding and more colour.

An operator will be sought for the family entertainment space and the food and beverage offer.

Culture and Leisure Anchor Attraction - High Street side with new Event Space

The project will see the current Goodwins building and the former Marks and Spencer's building demolished and the site redeveloped. New indoor attractions will help Redcar’s visitor economy.

The building design has been amended to feature additional windows for visitors to enjoy the coastal views, less cladding and more colour.

An operator will be sought for the family entertainment space and the food and beverage offer.

Culture and Leisure Anchor Attraction - High Street side with new Event Space

Culture and Leisure Anchor Attraction Questions

Please feel free to ask the project team any questions about the Culture and Leisure Anchor Attraction. We will aim to respond as soon as we can.

Share Hi, I'm curious to know what has happened to the Leading Lights, one of which was positioned on the esplanade wall of the former Marks & Spencer building. Is this being repositioned? on Facebook Share Hi, I'm curious to know what has happened to the Leading Lights, one of which was positioned on the esplanade wall of the former Marks & Spencer building. Is this being repositioned? on Twitter Share Hi, I'm curious to know what has happened to the Leading Lights, one of which was positioned on the esplanade wall of the former Marks & Spencer building. Is this being repositioned? on Linkedin Email Hi, I'm curious to know what has happened to the Leading Lights, one of which was positioned on the esplanade wall of the former Marks & Spencer building. Is this being repositioned? link

Hi, I'm curious to know what has happened to the Leading Lights, one of which was positioned on the esplanade wall of the former Marks & Spencer building. Is this being repositioned?

Raoulduke asked 25 days ago

Thank you for your question.
There was an operating navigational/leading light affixed to the former M&S Building which has since been removed. A new single Sector Light mounted on an existing mast located on the promenade has been installed. Consultation with the RNLI, Coastguard and Fisherman’s association took place and the new light was approved by the governing body Trinity House. The new light is now insitu and is currently being fine-tuned.
Best wishes,
Redcar Town Deal Project Team
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Why is there no work going on at the site at moment?

L.peacock asked 7 months ago

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Why does it appear that all work has stopped on this project. The site from the outside looks deserted

Tom L asked 7 months ago

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There doesn’t seem to be much work going ahead with this project at the moment. Many residents seem to be hearing problems with funding, maybe speculation but some public updates would be helpful?

Lesley Ann asked 7 months ago

Dear Lesley,

Thank you for getting in touch.

With the first phase of demolition now complete at the M&S and Goodwins site, we have been able undertake additional site investigations on the condition of the surrounding walls, structures and ground conditions. It has been identified that further works are needed, and could not be identified before the demolition of both buildings. Work continues in the background, with additional design work, licenses and Party Wall agreements being required. Construction work will commence again soon once this additional work has concluded.

Best wishes,
Redcar Town Deal Project Team
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What is the completion date for this project please ?

Mark Frith asked 8 months ago

Dear Mark,

Thank you for your question.

We anticipate that construction of the Culture and Leisure Anchor Attraction will be completed by March 2026. We expect the facility to be fully open to the general public shortly after this date.

Best wishes,
Redcar Town Deal Project Team
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Will there be an indoors bike rack for families why cycle to visit Redcar and locals?

K asked 11 months ago

Thank you for your question.

We can confirm that there will be new cycle stands provided along Redcar High Street, within a short distance of the Culture and Leisure Anchor Attraction.

Best wishes,
Redcar Town Deal Project Team
Share Is this inclusive ,does this cater for those in wheelchairs and/or those with learning difficulties ,autism ! Also our high street is shocking we have a few great shops ..but mainly charity shops & shops not occupied..so why would people come ? The sea has water pumped in it ,the front is looking shabby , much more could have been done with that space and the money ,there is literally nothing for those adults that have disabilities ..nothing .it could of been something for them ..but yet again a whole group of people overlook could of been first of its kind attracting families from all over that have nowhere to to take their disabled son/daughter adults do not grow out of their disability ,they are too big for the parks ,to big for the soft plays this whole group of people are being failed in every walk of life on Facebook Share Is this inclusive ,does this cater for those in wheelchairs and/or those with learning difficulties ,autism ! Also our high street is shocking we have a few great shops ..but mainly charity shops & shops not occupied..so why would people come ? The sea has water pumped in it ,the front is looking shabby , much more could have been done with that space and the money ,there is literally nothing for those adults that have disabilities ..nothing .it could of been something for them ..but yet again a whole group of people overlook could of been first of its kind attracting families from all over that have nowhere to to take their disabled son/daughter adults do not grow out of their disability ,they are too big for the parks ,to big for the soft plays this whole group of people are being failed in every walk of life on Twitter Share Is this inclusive ,does this cater for those in wheelchairs and/or those with learning difficulties ,autism ! Also our high street is shocking we have a few great shops ..but mainly charity shops & shops not occupied..so why would people come ? The sea has water pumped in it ,the front is looking shabby , much more could have been done with that space and the money ,there is literally nothing for those adults that have disabilities ..nothing .it could of been something for them ..but yet again a whole group of people overlook could of been first of its kind attracting families from all over that have nowhere to to take their disabled son/daughter adults do not grow out of their disability ,they are too big for the parks ,to big for the soft plays this whole group of people are being failed in every walk of life on Linkedin Email Is this inclusive ,does this cater for those in wheelchairs and/or those with learning difficulties ,autism ! Also our high street is shocking we have a few great shops ..but mainly charity shops & shops not occupied..so why would people come ? The sea has water pumped in it ,the front is looking shabby , much more could have been done with that space and the money ,there is literally nothing for those adults that have disabilities ..nothing .it could of been something for them ..but yet again a whole group of people overlook could of been first of its kind attracting families from all over that have nowhere to to take their disabled son/daughter adults do not grow out of their disability ,they are too big for the parks ,to big for the soft plays this whole group of people are being failed in every walk of life link

Is this inclusive ,does this cater for those in wheelchairs and/or those with learning difficulties ,autism ! Also our high street is shocking we have a few great shops ..but mainly charity shops & shops not occupied..so why would people come ? The sea has water pumped in it ,the front is looking shabby , much more could have been done with that space and the money ,there is literally nothing for those adults that have disabilities ..nothing .it could of been something for them ..but yet again a whole group of people overlook could of been first of its kind attracting families from all over that have nowhere to to take their disabled son/daughter adults do not grow out of their disability ,they are too big for the parks ,to big for the soft plays this whole group of people are being failed in every walk of life

Adele asked 11 months ago

Dear Adele,

Thank you for getting in touch.

The design team and architects for the Culture and Leisure Anchor Attraction have ensured that accessibility is a key consideration for the facility. This includes the provision of lifts, as well as other accessibility-friendly elements. Additionally, we have worked closely with accessibility groups to ensure that Redcar Town Deal projects are aware of and can facilitate those with additional access needs.

The Culture and Leisure Anchor Attraction will look to boost visitor footfall year-round, with its indoor offer. This will help the local visitor economically, alongside our current Town Centre Grant Scheme to help local businesses. You can learn more about this scheme here: https://redcarcleveland.uk.engagementhq.com/town-centre-grant-scheme.

Best wishes,
Redcar Town Deal Project Team
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Stonehouse asked 10 months ago

Thank you for getting in touch.

We can confirm that current plans remain to relocate Redcar Library to the top floor of the Culture and Leisure Anchor Attraction.

Thank you.

Best wishes,
Redcar Town Deal Project Team
Share Any idea when it will be opening this year please. I am sure i read back end of the year is that round about write please. Any clues on the month yet please. Does anyone know if they are taking staff on please are they doing any interviews yet if you don't mind me asking please. Just that my son has just finished his exams from school he will be 16 year old in August and he is really keen in wanting a full time job if possible if not part time. He is willing to learn very good listener well manned very polite and helpful trustworthy reliable honest lad. Also willing to do weekends and overtime. Please can you let me know asap please due to him looking for other jobs in the meantime. But I know this job will be ideal for him due to going to the gym loves cycling and keeping fit . Many thanks really appreciate it.and good luck by the way hope all goes well i really can't see why not it should fantastic and this is what we have been needed for a very long time. And I totally understand and agree with what every thing has been said due to Redcar high Street been going down for a really long time and I am really happy and pleased to hear about this. Thank you so much this is going to attract a lot of families like you mentioned really can't wait. on Facebook Share Any idea when it will be opening this year please. I am sure i read back end of the year is that round about write please. Any clues on the month yet please. Does anyone know if they are taking staff on please are they doing any interviews yet if you don't mind me asking please. Just that my son has just finished his exams from school he will be 16 year old in August and he is really keen in wanting a full time job if possible if not part time. He is willing to learn very good listener well manned very polite and helpful trustworthy reliable honest lad. Also willing to do weekends and overtime. Please can you let me know asap please due to him looking for other jobs in the meantime. But I know this job will be ideal for him due to going to the gym loves cycling and keeping fit . Many thanks really appreciate it.and good luck by the way hope all goes well i really can't see why not it should fantastic and this is what we have been needed for a very long time. And I totally understand and agree with what every thing has been said due to Redcar high Street been going down for a really long time and I am really happy and pleased to hear about this. Thank you so much this is going to attract a lot of families like you mentioned really can't wait. on Twitter Share Any idea when it will be opening this year please. I am sure i read back end of the year is that round about write please. Any clues on the month yet please. Does anyone know if they are taking staff on please are they doing any interviews yet if you don't mind me asking please. Just that my son has just finished his exams from school he will be 16 year old in August and he is really keen in wanting a full time job if possible if not part time. He is willing to learn very good listener well manned very polite and helpful trustworthy reliable honest lad. Also willing to do weekends and overtime. Please can you let me know asap please due to him looking for other jobs in the meantime. But I know this job will be ideal for him due to going to the gym loves cycling and keeping fit . Many thanks really appreciate it.and good luck by the way hope all goes well i really can't see why not it should fantastic and this is what we have been needed for a very long time. And I totally understand and agree with what every thing has been said due to Redcar high Street been going down for a really long time and I am really happy and pleased to hear about this. Thank you so much this is going to attract a lot of families like you mentioned really can't wait. on Linkedin Email Any idea when it will be opening this year please. I am sure i read back end of the year is that round about write please. Any clues on the month yet please. Does anyone know if they are taking staff on please are they doing any interviews yet if you don't mind me asking please. Just that my son has just finished his exams from school he will be 16 year old in August and he is really keen in wanting a full time job if possible if not part time. He is willing to learn very good listener well manned very polite and helpful trustworthy reliable honest lad. Also willing to do weekends and overtime. Please can you let me know asap please due to him looking for other jobs in the meantime. But I know this job will be ideal for him due to going to the gym loves cycling and keeping fit . Many thanks really appreciate it.and good luck by the way hope all goes well i really can't see why not it should fantastic and this is what we have been needed for a very long time. And I totally understand and agree with what every thing has been said due to Redcar high Street been going down for a really long time and I am really happy and pleased to hear about this. Thank you so much this is going to attract a lot of families like you mentioned really can't wait. link

Any idea when it will be opening this year please. I am sure i read back end of the year is that round about write please. Any clues on the month yet please. Does anyone know if they are taking staff on please are they doing any interviews yet if you don't mind me asking please. Just that my son has just finished his exams from school he will be 16 year old in August and he is really keen in wanting a full time job if possible if not part time. He is willing to learn very good listener well manned very polite and helpful trustworthy reliable honest lad. Also willing to do weekends and overtime. Please can you let me know asap please due to him looking for other jobs in the meantime. But I know this job will be ideal for him due to going to the gym loves cycling and keeping fit . Many thanks really appreciate it.and good luck by the way hope all goes well i really can't see why not it should fantastic and this is what we have been needed for a very long time. And I totally understand and agree with what every thing has been said due to Redcar high Street been going down for a really long time and I am really happy and pleased to hear about this. Thank you so much this is going to attract a lot of families like you mentioned really can't wait.

Sharon Trenholme asked 9 months ago

Dear Sharon,

Thank you for getting in touch and for your positive comments.

The current target public open date for the Culture and Leisure Anchor Attraction is early-2026. Please check our website regularly for any further updates on this.

In regards to job opportunities, recruitment will be handled by operators who will manage the facility, once opened. Again, we would encourage you to regularly check the website for updates on any announced operators, as well as recruitment drives.

Thank you.

Best wishes,
Redcar Town Deal Project Team
Share I notice on your illustrations of the High Street that no benches are shown. You have a high volume of pensioners visiting and seats are essential. I would be unable to visit as I cannot walk far without resting. Please try to cater for the disabled. on Facebook Share I notice on your illustrations of the High Street that no benches are shown. You have a high volume of pensioners visiting and seats are essential. I would be unable to visit as I cannot walk far without resting. Please try to cater for the disabled. on Twitter Share I notice on your illustrations of the High Street that no benches are shown. You have a high volume of pensioners visiting and seats are essential. I would be unable to visit as I cannot walk far without resting. Please try to cater for the disabled. on Linkedin Email I notice on your illustrations of the High Street that no benches are shown. You have a high volume of pensioners visiting and seats are essential. I would be unable to visit as I cannot walk far without resting. Please try to cater for the disabled. link

I notice on your illustrations of the High Street that no benches are shown. You have a high volume of pensioners visiting and seats are essential. I would be unable to visit as I cannot walk far without resting. Please try to cater for the disabled.

Syl asked 11 months ago

Dear Syl,

Thank you for getting in touch.

Please rest assured that seating provision will be provided as part of Town Centre Transformation works; there will be plenty of areas on the High Street to sit and rest. Thank you.

Best wishes,
Redcar Town Deal Project Team