Ashton House, Bolton

Under construction

Originally a 1960’s car show room, the building was constructed of a heavy reinforced concrete frame with a brick and stone featured outer leaf. The concrete frame has allowed this building to evolve and accommodate differing uses over time.

The building on St George’s Road not far from the Bolton town centre was left empty for around 20 years. Its last use was the Pink Panther nightclub which was a huge hit in the 90’s.It was also home to Jungle and Uropa nightclubs and piano bar..

Bolton Council officials approved plans by the Church Growth Trust to change the building use to a place of worship for the community of Potters House Church. The planning officers said the proposed use would provide a service to local residents and is compatible with surrounding uses, which includes other places of worship. The site is highly accessible and would make a positive social and economic contribution to the locality.

Craig Mitchell Architects completely redesigned the proposal submitted to planning to accommodate a cafe, two activity/ education rooms, creche, first floor worship hall, office and other facilities.