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Search the Public Notice PortalOne of Oldham’s historic ‘landmarks’ has won a national award following its multi-million pound regeneration.
The JR Clynes building opened last summer after extensive restoration work to transform the vacant former library into the borough’s new town hall.
Renamed after the Oldham-born former Prime Minister, the building is now home to the council chambers, mayor’s parlour, and the Oldham Theatre Workshop.
The JR Clynes is also open to the public, with a community garden, gallery space on the second floor, and a programme of public events throughout the year.
Earlier this month, the Grade II-listed building won the title of Regeneration Project of the Year at the Construction News Awards 2026.
Oldham Council's Director of Growth, James Kington, said: "This national award is a fantastic achievement and a proud moment for everyone involved in bringing the J.R. Clynes Building back to life.
"The regeneration of this historic landmark has preserved an important part of Oldham’s heritage while creating a modern civic and cultural space that will serve residents, community groups, and visitors for generations to come.
"Working closely with our partners at Tilbury Douglas, we have transformed a building that had stood empty for several years into a vibrant hub at the heart of the borough.
"Winning Regeneration Project of the Year is recognition of the vision, collaboration, and expertise that made this complex restoration possible, and underlines our commitment to investing in Oldham’s historic assets and town centre.”
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The former Old Library was built in 1883 and served the community as a library for 130 years.
In 2006, it was replaced by the Oldham Library and Lifelong Learning Centre, which is located next door to the JR Clynes building on Greaves Street.
The building’s restoration was completed by Tilbury Douglas, one of the council’s redevelopment partners.
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