The revamped Derby Market Hall is set to open in spring 2025 as one of the city’s most accessible and inclusive public buildings. The £31.5 million transformation, supported by £9.43 million from the Government’s Future High Street Fund, includes several accessibility features:
New Lift: Provides seamless access between floors.
Levelled Flooring: Ensures step-free access for all visitors.
Changing Places Toilet: Equipped with a hoist, changing bed, shower, and adjustable wash basin.
Muted Colours and Lighting: Designed to support visually impaired visitors with improved visibility through correctly calibrated lumens and contrasted fixtures.
Osnabruck Square has also been redeveloped with new inclusive benches and a modern drainage system to remove surface water. Additionally, three blue badge parking spaces will be available.
Councillor Nadine Peatfield emphasized that accessibility has been a priority throughout the redevelopment process, aiming to make Derby an inclusive city for all.
