Key details
We're making George Square and George Street safer, more welcoming, and greener spaces for all to enjoy.
Funded by the UK Government.
Current status
Plans
High streets lie at the heart of communities and the local economy, creating jobs and nurturing small businesses. We're improving accessibility with a balanced streetscape where people can move around freely and safely, supporting our aspirations for an inclusive and vibrant local economy. Wider footways, upgraded crossings, and parking bays in better locations will help make George Square and George Street easier to use for everyone.
A more welcoming environment
We're widening footways. This will allow businesses the option to provide outdoor seating for serving food and drinks. There will be better located loading facilities and disabled parking in front of shops too.
A greener square
Already home to several cherry trees, we're making George Square greener by introducing new trees and areas for planting. This will improve the space, making it a more attractive place to relax and spend time.
A new social space
We have removed the public toilets at George Square (next to the Grade II listed Lloyds Bank building), creating a new social space, and supporting a vibrant town centre economy.
Part of a bigger picture
The George Square project will complement upgrades already delivered for Halifax as part of the A629 phase 2 Halifax town centre project.
Benefits
The aims of the project are:
- safer, cleaner and more accessible streets,
- a greener, more attractive environment,
- supporting a vibrant local economy, and
- value for money.
Progress
21 July 2026
This page updated with new 3D visualisations and details about the project to better reflect the plans.
24 October 2024
Demolition of the public toilets at George Square will start on Monday 28 October 2024. This work will prepare the area ready for construction which is expected to begin in summer 2025.
August 2024
To mitigate impact in the town centre, we’re delivering this project as part of the A629 Phase 2 Halifax town centre project programme.
December 2023
Plans are progressing to transform George Square and George Street, with demolition notices in place for the public toilets at George Square.
Funding
Approximate scheme value: £1.90M.
This project was made possible through funding from:
