The former courthouse complex on Brimington Road, near the train station, is being demolished – with an application submitted to create a temporary car park on the site.
This move was labelled as ‘disappointing’ by the Chesterfield and District Civic Society – who said they were not consulted over the proposal to knock down the historic building.
These 13 photos show the prominent courthouse being reduced to rubble – what would you like to see happen to the site?
5. ‘Disappointment’ at demolition
Howard Borrell, Chesterfield and District Civic Society Chairman, said: ‘Many people will remember that this now privately owned building was latterly the Probation Service and was, some time ago, a martial arts centre. We are very disappointed at its demolition. The society were not consulted about this, as it is not a listed building.” Photo: Brian Eyre
6. Difficult to convert
Howard added: “Though properties such as this can be difficult to convert, it is a great pity that something could not have been done about it. Whatever eventually replaces the building we hope that its townscape value will be greater than what has been lost.” Photo: Brian Eyre
7. Unloved buildings
Howard said the demolition of the building was a “reminder of the importance of identifying buildings at risk and even just unloved buildings that need some care and attention.” Photo: Brian Eyre
8. Temporary car park
A planning application to create a temporary car park, with up to 110 car parking spaces, has been submitted to Chesterfield Borough Council by a private company. The car park would, if approved, remain in place for up to three years. Photo: Brian Eyre