Former Poundstretcher building could be turned into Pilates studio

The landlord has stripped the building back to a vacant shell

A building which was once a Poundstretcher shop in a Cambridgeshire town could be converted into a Pilates studio. A planning application has been submitted to Huntingdonshire District Council to convert Unit C on 3 Terbbutts Road in St Neots into a Pilates studio.

The building, which was once used for the major UK-based discount retailer, has been stripped back by the landlord to a vacant shell. The proposals include installing external signage and relocating the entrance to get the building ready for its new use. The floor plans show that the building would include a reception area, drinks fridge, and Pilates beds.

The site is located within the St Neots Conservation Area and lies near the Grade II listed United Reformed Church. The applicant plans to keep the scale, proportions and design of the front of the building unchanged to ensure minimal impact to the setting of the Grade II listed property.

In a heritage statement, the applicant said: “Overall, the proposal does not diminish the significance of the heritage assets and preserves the character of the streetscape.

“The proposed works are minor and designed to preserve the character and appearance of the St Neots Conservation Area and the setting of the nearby Grade II listed United Reformed Church. By reusing existing materials and openings, the development ensures the historic significance of the site and its context remains.”