NORTHWICH has undergone huge changes in recent years, with regeneration projects across the town centre.

Since 2009, Barons Quay has sprung up and opened along with a new marina development, wholesale road changes and more.

Here, we pick out some of the most striking 'then and now' photos from years gone by.

Bull Ring

Northwich’s Bull Ring – historically the gathering point for residents in times of crisis and celebration – has seen a change over the past 10 years, chiefly due to altering road layouts.

In the 2009 image, you can see the two-way system in Chesterway – now a gyratory system with one-way traffic. This is highlighted to the left of the image, which has been pedestrianised following junction remodelling.

Hayhurst Bridge

The view from Hayhurst Bridge towards Town Bridge has changed considerably, with the marina development to the right of the image and Barons Quay in the distance.

A lot of focus in recent developments has been opening up the town to the river, for example with Hayhurst Quay – which could soon be expanded ­– and the new Barons Quay pontoon.

Leicester Street

The approach to what is now the Barons Quay car park is a much different sight to 10 years ago.

The road, which used to lead to the Marks and Spencer car park, now includes a new roundabout, petrol station, and of course multi-storey car park ramp.

Parrs Bank

The historic Parrs Bank building has been occupied by CRS Consultants for more than 40 years, but the sight from the Dane Road bridge has been overhauled in the past decade.

The famous Floatel is still standing – or bobbing – on the River Weaver in 2009, blocking the view of Hayhurst Bridge.

By 2019, the Hayhurst Quay development is complete, with a colourful array of boats sitting under the famous swing bridge.

Memorial Court

It’s a familiar sight to those who drive through Northwich, with traffic light junctions offering a lengthy look at the Memorial Court building, housing Brio Leisure and a popular function room.

But 10 years ago, the site was home to a different type of drama, with the Northwich Magistrates Court sandwiched between Chesterway and the River Dane.

Beyond the courtroom was the old Memorial Hall, which was fondly known as The Morg and played host to many a famous Northwich night. The Beatles were among the bands to play there at the height of its popularity in the 1960s.

Chesterway roundabout

A key gateway to Northwich town centre that underwent a huge facelift as part of the town’s ongoing regeneration was the Chesterway/Leicester Street roundabout.

The multi-million pound project began in 2015, with the roundabout opening to traffic the following year and earning Guardian readers’ backing two years on.

The new system is larger, with extra lanes to accommodate increased traffic levels generated by Barons Quay and Memorial Court.

Barons Quay

With huge changes to road layout and increased pedestrianisation, it is difficult to capture the true difference Barons Quay has made to the townscape.

This view, from outside the Salvation Army in Albion Road – near Sainsbury’s – shows the old path down to Marks and Spencer now dwarfed by Barons Quay units.

The first image, from 2015, shows ongoing work at the multi-storey car park above Asda.

Town Bridge

Fittingly, as an iconic structure in Northwich, Town Bridge dominates this view up the River Weaver towards the Anderton Boat Lift.

As well as the river-facing Odeon, other Barons Quay buildings have sprung up to dwarf the old pump works, with Weaver Way also taking on a new look.

Waitrose

In an image sure to bring back great memories to many, the Regal Cinema is brought back to life off London Road.

Sadly closed, the cinema was demolished as part of the Hayhurst Quay regeneration project, which saw Waitrose take over the site along with Bombay Quay, the Salt House NW, a car park and the marina.

London Road itself has seen changes, becoming a one-way street towards the town centre as part of the gyratory system.

J&S Motorcycle Parts, to the left of the image, moved on in 2012 to Oakmere. The building has been subject to unfulfilled planning applications from TK Maxx and EasyGym, with the latest coming from an artisan market.

What are some of the notable changes you have seen around Northwich - for better or for worse?