00:00A major transformation of Newcastle's historic Granger market will now take longer than expected, with completion pushed back to early 2026.
00:10Newcastle City Council has confirmed the £9 million redevelopment aimed at turning the Georgian market into one of the best in Europe
00:18has been delayed due to the complexities of working within a Grade 1 list of building.
00:23Originally set for completion this summer, the project includes a full refurbishment with new flooring, doors, toilets, signage and seating.
00:32One of the biggest changes will be a dramatic redesign of the market's central arcade, which could soon host everything from music gigs and fashion shows to plays and cultural events.
00:43Contractors Robertson Construction have already made what the council calls significant progress.
00:50Former air raid shelters beneath the building, which had been deteriorated over time, have been filled in for safety.
00:57Central kiosks, once home to popular traders like Pumphrey's Coffee in Hun As Delhi, have been demolished to make way for modern facilities.
01:06A bespoke tiled floor is now being laid, starting at the main exit.
01:10Next, work will shift to the Nun Street end with a second pavilion, more new toilets and further flooring upgrades.
01:17Councillor Dan Greener, the council's cabinet member for economy, jobs and skills, says the long-term benefits will be worth the wait.
01:25He thanked traders and customers for their patience and said the market's future is looking very exciting.
01:31The project is being funded by the government's levelling up fund and follows the restoration of the market's barrelled glass roof, which was completed in 2023 after years of delays.
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