Latest images from the site show significant progress both inside and out, with construction teams advancing structural alterations.
The property is being comprehensively remodelled to accommodate account holder facilities, office space and meeting rooms. Externally, a redesigned frontage is beginning to emerge as part of works agreed under conservation area guidelines.
Northern Community Bank is a not-for-profit financial co-operative and ethical lender, owned by its account holders rather than shareholders. The move to Manchester Road marks a significant step in the organisation's continued growth following its rebrand from Pennine Community Credit Union and its expansion beyond East Lancashire.
CEO Kathryn Fogg said: “We are pleased to see the foundations of an exciting new chapter in Northern Community Bank’s 43-year history. This is going to be a welcoming, purpose-built hub, where new or existing account holders can manage their money.”
Once finished, the community bank’s team will transfer operations from just around the corner in St James’ Street. Its Colne branch will continue operating as normal.
Keep scrolling to see how the building is starting to take shape.
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The landmark site on Manchester Road, once home to Brun Lea Wetherspoons and later Ellis', is being brought back into use after standing empty for years. Photo: Kelvin Lister-Stuttard Photo: Kelvin Lister-Stuttard
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The project follows the organisation’s recent rebrand from Pennine Community Credit Union. Photo: Kelvin Lister-Stuttard Photo: Kelvin Lister-Stuttard
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Northern Community Bank will relocate from its current base on St James’ Street in Burnley once refurbishment is complete. Photo: Kelvin Lister-Stuttard Photo: Kelvin Lister-Stuttard
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The development is part of the community bank's continued expansion. Photo: Kelvin Lister-Stuttard Photo: Kelvin Lister-Stuttard