THE next chapter in Harlow’s town centre regeneration is now visibly underway, as contractors arrived on site last week to begin the major transformation of Harlow Bus Station and Terminus Street.

Scaffolding was erected to enable the removal of the canopy of the old bus terminal. This week, the main demolition will take place marking the start of major construction works that will completely transform Terminus Street and the Bus Station into a modern, accessible transport hub.

This flagship project, delivered by the Harlow Regeneration Partnership with Hill Group and funded through the Government’s £23.7 million Towns Fund, will reshape the area into a vibrant gateway to the regenerated town centre.

The new interchange will feature:

A canopy-covered waiting area and green space
A modern cycle hub for up to 80 bikes
A redesigned bus station with improved access and a new exit to Crown Gate
A cleaner, safer streetscape to boost footfall and confidence in the town centre

This project is part of a wider programme of regeneration across the town centre, with construction also set to begin in Market Square, Playhouse Square, and already under way in Broad Walk – representing the most significant redevelopment since Harlow’s founding.

Councillor Dan Swords, Leader of Harlow Council, said:

“This is a hugely exciting moment for Harlow. The start of construction at Terminus Street and the bus station marks the next major step in our plan to comprehensively rebuild the town centre. We said this would start in August and it has. September will see the Arts and Cultural Quarter underway, and October will see Market Square commence.

“After years of decline, regeneration is now becoming real – and there is so much more to come as we completely rebuild the town centre.”