Peterborough City Council has approved the sale of the former Goods Shed at Fletton Quays on the open market. The historic railway building, acquired by the council in February 2024, had previously been marketed as a potential food hall with grant support for design and construction, but no deal was completed.
Cabinet granted officers permission to invite offers from all interested parties, including those who may wish to pursue the original concept of a food hall. The council says it hopes the sale will attract a buyer who can restore the building and create a new city centre destination.
Councillor Mohammed Farooq, Cabinet Member for Growth and Regeneration, said: “This is an important site as part of the Fletton Quays development which offers a fantastic opportunity to develop a new attraction that drives footfall and local spending, boosting the wider city centre economy.
“We are now hoping to secure a buyer who will breathe new life into this historic, yet neglected building, which in turn could act as a catalyst for further investment and development in this area. We welcome all offers for the building including those who are interested in delivering our original vision of turning it into an exciting food hall that could strengthen the city’s already thriving hospitality sector.”
The council says the sale represents an opportunity to secure long-term use for the building while supporting regeneration and growth at Fletton Quays, an area already undergoing significant development. Interested parties are invited to submit proposals as the property is placed on the open market.
