Work due to get underway on Birkenhead Market renovations

The construction of the new Birkenhead Market is expected to begin in the coming days.

The former TJ Hughes building will become the new home for Birkenhead Market in the latest chapter for the historic shopping venue.

It follows the recent decision to approve the award of a Pre-Construction Services Agreement (PCSA) and enabling works to Krol Corlett Construction after a formal procurement process.

Wirral Council’s Economy, Regeneration and Housing Committee agreed in November 2025 to relocate traders individually, or collectively, to refurbished units within the Birkenhead town centre, and then to demolish the existing market site and make it available for future use.

Discussion with market traders is also continuing as the proposed market plans are developed.

The aim is to create a new market within the former TJ Hughes unit which will maximise footfall and create a warm and welcoming environment for the public.

Leader of Wirral Council, Cllr Paula Basnett, said:

“This marks the start of an exciting new chapter for Birkenhead Market, and for the town centre as a whole. A huge amount of work has been going on behind the scenes to get to this stage. I’m incredibly pleased that people will soon start to see a real transformation getting underway at the former TJ Hughes site to create the town’s new market.

“Birkenhead Market’s greatest strength has always been the people who make it what it is, and despite the challenges of recent years our traders have continued to serve customers and champion the market. Their partnership and commitment has been instrumental in bringing us to this point and will continue to be vital as we create a market fit for the future.

“This is fantastic for Birkenhead, for traders and for local people, and will be placing the Market at the heart of the town centre where it should be.”

Daniel Tebay, Managing Director, Krol Corlett Construction, said:

“We’re delighted to be working in partnership with Wirral Council on the Birkenhead Market project, which represents an important investment in the town’s future.

“This development will help create a modern destination while respecting the market’s rich heritage and its place at the heart of the local community. We’re proud to play our part in bringing this exciting vision to life and delivering a project that will benefit traders, visitors and the wider Birkenhead area for many years to come.”