First glimpse of superstore set to transform town centre

Developer TCN Property Projects last week revealed plans to close Rotherham’s current Tesco store in Market Street and replace it with a new Tesco Extra store on the site of the council offices and Central Library. The library and offices are already set to move to a new civic centre on the Guest and Chrimes site.

A Grade Two-listed clock which sits at the current civic centre complex, would be moved to Effingham Square.

All staff from the current Tesco store would be given a job at the new branch, while a further 200 jobs would also be created.

Stephen Holme from TCN Property Projects said: “We are delighted to be able to announce these plans that will bring a significant investment in Rotherham town centre.

“I have worked in the Rotherham area for a number of years and it is very exciting to bring forward proposals that will provide jobs and the potential for a multi million pound investment in the local road network.”

If Tesco gets the go-ahead, the developer will make a “multi-million pound investment” in Rotherham’s road network, including removing the Centenary Way flyover, upgrading pedestrian crossings and improving access to the bus terminal.

Public exhibitions are being held on the supermarket giant’s plans this week. They will be held at Rotherham Central Library on Thursday, November 17 from 2pm to 7pm and on Friday, November 18 from 1pm to 5.30pm.