Plans to modernise Hillsborough Exchange go on display

Plans to modernise Hillsborough Exchange go on display

PLANS to enhance Hillsborough Exchange Shopping Centre, in the heart of Hillsborough, are due to be unveiled at a public exhibition.

The new plans will look to refurbish the existing shopping centre, providing larger, enhanced retail spaces, along with 78 new high-quality homes on the upper floors.

The public exhibition will take place on-site at Hillsborough Exchange, 19-20 Hillsborough Road, Sheffield, Wednesday June 20 between 4pm and 7pm.

Developer Killultagh Estates’ proposals aim to “future-proof ” the centre, maintaining Hillsborough Exchange’s position as a community hub, and ensuring the centre meets the needs of modern retailers.

Killultagh estimate that around 240 new jobs will be created through these proposals.

A Killultagh spokesperson said: “Hillsborough Exchange Shopping Centre has been serving the people of Hillsborough since 1988.

“In those 30 years, the centre has changed very little and investment is now required to enhance and future-proof the centre.

“We are proposing these plans so that evolving needs of consumers and retailers and the growing demands for high-quality affordable rented housing in the area can be met.

“We believe the rejuvenated shopping centre will reinvigorate Hillsborough Exchange as a hub of the community to live, meet and shop.”