A report estimates the cost to restore the derelict Crown pub in Middlesbrough at £4.25 million, raising concerns about its future and structural issues.
The total repair cost is estimated at £4.25 million, excluding VAT. The Crown pub closed in January 2015 and has been left in disrepair since then.
Originally opened as a cinema in 1923, the building later became a pub. Now, it’s surrounded by metal fences, blocking public access.
Earlier this month, the Tees Valley Combined Authority addressed questions about the pub’s future. Middlesbrough Council bought the Crown under former mayor Andy Preston. The pub will be transferred to the Middlesbrough Development Corporation.
New details have emerged from a 345-page report published on January 31. It highlights many issues with the building’s condition.
The report states that the property is structurally stable but needs significant repairs. It mentions removing corrosion from the steel structure and fixing vegetation growth on the exterior.
Inside, the report suggests removing damp plaster and replacing defective concrete flooring. More assessments will be needed, as the current inspections were non-intrusive.
The report warns that careful consideration is needed for the property’s future development. It does not include costs for alternative uses, which could be much higher.
The full report is available on the Tees Valley Combined Authority’s website. No decisions have been made about the Crown’s future yet.
