Police station redevelopment progresses after sale

The sale of a former police station in Cumbria has now been completed, paving the way for its redevelopment into a mixed-use venue.Ulverston and Sunderland-based architectural and engineering practice, Building Design Northern (BDN) has purchased the former Ulverston Police Station and Courthouse.Last year, the company revealed plans to transform the disused building into a site with commercial space, offices, boutique-serviced accommodation and new homes.As part of the scheme, the jail cells will be reimagined to house office space while the courthouse will incorporate a new restaurant pavilion.Three one and two-bedroom dwellings will replace former MOT garages, and will be centred around a communal amenity space with a large central green space.BDN will relocate from serviced office accommodation to the police station, enabling it to grow its presence in the region.The plans follow on from a similar project BDN has undertaken in Sunderland, with the £3m regeneration of a former railway stables in the shadow of Sunderland AFC’s Stadium of Light.The stables are being converted into a mixed-use food, drink and leisure venue.Joe Warner, director of architecture and head of BDN’s Ulverston office, said: “Not only will the Police Station provide a unique experience for visitors who stay in the serviced accommodation or frequent the eateries and retail spaces we create in this stunning space, but it will also provide us – as BDN – with an inspiring new office where we can proudly welcome our clients and our growing team.”