HUNDREDS have had their say on the Weaver Square masterplan, the council says.

Cheshire West and Chester Council is currenlty consulting on regeneration plans for the town centre, which would bring housing, shops, public services hub and outdoor spaces.

There are also hopes for a food hall, public square and children's play area.

The council is also consulting on the future shape of Northwich’s market, with the masterplan including commercial space to accommodate independent traders.

An exhibition showing the proposed masterplan is on display in ASDA at Barons Quay, in the Memorial Court and in Northwich library, along with comment forms to allow local people to give their views on the plans.

The consultation closes at the end of August so it’s important for residents to have their say now.

CWAC cabinet member for economic development and infrastructure, Cllr Brain Clarke, said: “It’s really important that local people have a voice in the development of their town at this critical masterplanning stage, so that they can help to shape the future of Northwich.

“We have a real opportunity here to create something special, which will bring in extra visitors and provide essential public services in a fit-for-purpose new building.

”Once again, this latest development is evidence of the council’s long-term commitment to the regeneration of Northwich, creating a vibrant town centre where people can shop, work and enjoy leisure time.”

See plans here.

The masterplanning area covers the Weaver Square shopping centre, the two car parks and both the indoor and outdoor markets, but the markets remain open and trading.

PSP Cheshire West and Chester LLP, which is a partnership between Cheshire West and Chester Council and Public Sector Plc, is managing the masterplanning process.