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Transformation of Salford railway arches completes
2 Jul 2025
The redevelopment of previously derelict railway arches into new destinations for businesses to occupy has officially completed in Salford, Greater Manchester.
Multi-disciplinary consultancy Pick Everard provided structural, civil, and MEP engineering services to support the transformation of the arches, working in partnership with design architect for the scheme, Stephen George + Partners (SGP).
Triton Construction was appointed as main contractor for the scheme late last year, following a receipt by the Arch Company of planning consent.
The scheme includes new glazed frontages, new services and drainage and internal lining to make the accommodation dry and ready for new businesses to occupy. The design incorporates high-quality materials that have restored an attractive appearance to the elevations on Norton Street, creating a parade of arches that will appeal to a range of businesses.
“The refurbishment of the arches required a sensitive approach to ensure the integrity of the existing structure was maintained while enabling the modifications required for the project. With careful coordination of the structural interventions within the existing arch structures, our team worked closely with SGP to achieve the architectural design intent for the arch spaces. It’s been a fantastic project to be a part of, and we look forward to seeing these rejuvenated spaces contribute to the benefit of the local area.”
— Matt Barron, Associate Structural Engineer at Pick Everard
“We are delighted to see work complete on the transformation of these historical arch structures into spaces for businesses to develop and thrive. Located in a key area of regeneration and renewal within Greater Manchester, The Arch Company’s investment will help to provide new spaces where businesses can thrive.”
— Alan Soper, Studio Director at SGP
Norton Street is just one of several projects Pick Everard has worked on with The Arch Company and SGP. Other projects include the regeneration of four railway arches on America Street in Southwark as well as the transformation of six railway arches on Witan Street, in Bethnal Green, to create a range of new commercial spaces.
Pick Everard also worked with The Arch Company on the redevelopment of ten derelict railway arches on Corporation Street in Manchester.