Manchester’s Northern Quarter is set for further development in the new year after a Grade II listed building was given the green light to be turned into a bar and restaurant.
The Dale Street location has been empty for 12 months but will re-open under the name Allotment in January 2014.
The quick conversion coincides with other ongoing refurbishments that are furthering the area’s reputation as a thriving cultural hotspot.
The strategy is being developed by Blue Stocking Pension Scheme
A representative, Nick Levene, said: “We’re excited about this project that we feel will bring the vacant areas of the building back into use, re-engage the community and create a hub of thriving activity.”
The building was formerly known as The Haunch of Venison and then later Nickleby’s.
It ceased serving in the 1990s before becoming a fashion warehouse which it remained until its recent closure.
The building has a storied history dating back to the 1880s and is fondly remembered in the area.
Rumours still persist concerning the property and its former landlord Samuel Pearson.
It is alleged that in 1850 he ran into nearby burning building to rescue some children and was left with severe burns all over his body.
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