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Winchester City Council’s Cabinet has approved £1.8 million for urgent Buttercross repairs and committed to transforming Bar End Depot into a mixed-use community hub. The decision, made in a closed session on May 26, signals a major shift in local infrastructure priorities.
Historic Wickham antiques hub Chesapeake Mill will add two floors to its existing structure, nearly doubling its capacity for independent traders. Funding secured from Cambridge & Counties Bank will transform the upper floors, with refurbishment starting in 2026.
The 12 expressions of interest for the Gordon Road site have sparked a debate over whether to break the 1902 recreational covenant. Council officers insist the process remains objective, but residents question the future of the green space.