Aylesbury Vale District Council (AVDC) and Warner Estate have expressed their confidence in Aylesbury’s future by investing in this multi-million pound retail development.

Phase 1 of this 3 phased build is currently underway; AVDC’s new theatre will be completed in autumn 2010.

The remaining phases will result in a mixed use development. Warner Estate are to expand their retail holdings in Hale Leys by building on the current site of the Civic Centre and swimming pool on Exchange Street. The development includes plans for a Debenham’s department store and a further 30 shops. In addition, a 30,900 sq ft Waitrose foodstore will be located on the south side of the road between the existing Bear Brook and the canal to facilitate the creation of a large public space in front of the theatre. There are also plans for the construction of some 150 new homes, a 800 space multi-storey car park and a range of cafes and restaurants.

This exciting new retail expansion is the first stage in the proposal to renew Aylesbury town centre. Aylesbury Town Centre Plan (2009 – 2021) a project which has been led by Aylesbury Vale Advantage. This planning is at a draft stage.

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