Big Red Construction chosen as principal contractor for historic Brunswick Mill site

Big Red Construction – which forms part of the BR2.0 Group – has been appointed as principal contractor at Brunswick Mill in Manchester - a scheme which will convert the derelict building into 153 new apartments.

The site, which has hosted top talent from the music world and even featured in a music video for Liam Gallagher, is being brought back into use by the Arrowsmith Group, who have approval to create a range of 502-1006 sq ft stylish apartments at the historic mill.

Located a stone’s through from Manchester City Centre, Big Red will be restoring the seven-story Grade II listed premises – in line with Heritage England’s requirements –  into one-to-three-bedroom apartments.

Phase one of the project will include the specialist removal of materials, loose fittings, large equipment, and the existing windows on the first three floors. The site will include car parking areas, cycle stores and communal landscaped courtyard areas.

Commenting on the project, Mike Lomas, founder of the BR2.0 Group, said: “Brunswick Mill holds such historical significance for Manchester, and our teams are excited to be taking on this unique residential build for Arrowsmith.

“As we continue to expand our projects across the north, with a particular hotspot for sites in and around Manchester, we're looking forward to playing a part in bringing the mill back to life.”

Built in c1839-40, Brunswick Mill is also known as one of the first mills in Manchester to be converted to electric power.

The mill has been an important cultural asset for the city. Whilst acting as a backdrop for various films and tv shows, the Mill has more notably acted as a rehearsal and meeting space for Manchester’s musicians, notably Liam Gallagher, who recorded the music video to One of Us at the venue.