Wine bar and cafe plan for former bank in Whalley village gets green light

30 March 2020

A wine shop plans to expand in Whalley, Lancashire on the site of a former bank, have been approved.

The Whalley Wine Shop in King Street submitted an application to Ribble Valley Council to transform its neighbouring premises - the former Barclays Bank - into an extended shop, wine bar and cafe.

In the statement to planners, agents Sunderland Peacock and Associates Ltd said: “This change of use application proposed by the applicant will allow a thriving and popular local business to expand as well as provide a quality new venue for the area.

“It is a successful company which continues to support the local economy of Whalley and be an important feature within the village commercial landscape.

“The proposal will have a minimal impact on the external appearance on King Street and the conservation area while allowing the company to utilise the premises’ position.

“The proposal will have a minimal impact on the surrounding area which is in the heart of the village and boundaries a number of drinking establishments.”

In October 2019, Whalley Wine Shop was named winner of the Decanter Award for Best Wine Shop, Tom Jones, Founder & Managing Director said at the time of the award; “It is the pinnacle in our industry and I am so proud of the whole team.”

The plans were approved on 24th March with conditions.

3/2020/0064
Ribble Valley Borough Council
Former Barclays Bank 65 - 67 King Street Whalley BB7 9SW

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