In 2017, Sefton Council purchased Bootle Strand Shopping Centre as a key part of its commitment to regenerate the town centre.
Our high streets have and are going through a period of huge change. This change is driven by the growth of online shopping, our changing consumer habits during the COVID-19 pandemic, and people looking for a different experience within our town centres.
Looking Ahead
Sefton Council have a clear ambition and commitment to ensure that the Strand is sustainable economically, socially and environmentally. They will do this by:
- Facilitating local provision of services to improve the health and wellbeing of the Bootle community.
- Better connecting the centre with its community and assets like the canal and rail station by becoming more outward facing.
- Sustainably improving connectivity/accessibility for residents, business and visitors.
- Promoting social inclusion reflecting the strong values of the Bootle community.
- Developing a strong and positive town centre-brand and identity.
- Expanding night-time and leisure economy.
- Maximising the potential of public sector investment including raising the profile of Bootle with Central Government, and wider partners including within health and education.
- Attracting private sector investment into the centre
