Behind the scenes as High Street transformation scheme takes shape
Work is progressing well on the landmark Midsteeple Quarter project to rejuvenate the former Baker’s Oven at 135-139 High Street in Dumfries.
The project to transform and extend what was formerly a derelict blight will see enterprise space at ground level and part of the first floor, as well as seven flats on its upper floors, which will be available for rent.
The enterprise area will include space for pop-up projects, one-off events, long-term units for hire, a retail unit and co-working space.
And - as our photographs by Kirstin McEwan show - things are really taking shape, with the scaffolding recently removed from the front of the site, work progressing well on the new-build element to the rear and with the team from our contractors, RH Irving Construction, beginning interior works.
The project is due for completion next spring (2024).
Anyone interested in finding out more about the opportunities becoming available should email Executive Director Scott Mackay on scott@midsteeplequarter.org. More details about the project can also be found here.
Work at 135-139 High Street is being funded by the Scottish Government, South of Scotland Enterprise, Dumfries and Galloway Council, the Holywood Trust and Dumfries High Street Limited (trading as Midsteeple Quarter).
