Willmott Dixon joined officers and staff from Lancashire Police alongside Lancashire Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) Clive Grunshaw to celebrate the topping out of the new Pendle police station in Nelson.

It means that Willmott Dixon will now switch the focus of its work to the interior to ensure it is ready for Spring of 2026.

As part of the topping-out ceremony, the Estates and Facilities Management Department presented a plant to the PCC, as owner of the estate, as is tradition to bestow good luck and longevity of life to the building and prepare for its arrival.

Procured via the Procure Partnerships North West Framework using a two stage process, the new building will replace Nelson police station and Colne police station when it’s completed.

Clive Grunshaw, Police and Crime Commissioner for Lancashire:

"I'm delighted to see the Pendle Police Station development on track, as we mark this latest milestone in its construction. The Carr Road station will play a key part in delivering efficient, effective policing for Pendle and the wider area, and is a significant investment into policing infrastructure within the east of our county.

“I’m looking forward to being able to open this modern, fit for purpose police station that will help deliver on my commitment to tackle crime and keep people safe.”

Superintendent Derry Crorken, Operations Manager for Pendle:

“This is more than just a building, it’s an investment in our people and for the people of Pendle. With the structure taking shape, we can see how the working environment here will help provide the facilities our teams need to do their jobs effectively, ensuring officers have the modern facilities and the very best support to deliver frontline services to keep the people of Pendle safe.”

Michael Poole-Sutherland, director for Willmott Dixon in the North:

“We were pleased to join Police and Crime Commissioner Clive Grunshaw and Superintendent Derry Crorken to celebrate the topping out of Pendle Police Station. We’re proud to support Lancashire Constabulary with this significant project which will provide officers with state-of-the-art facilities to keep the people of Pendle safe.

“We’re committed to creating a lasting legacy in this community through developing skills and creating employment opportunities. We have recently delivered over 80 volunteering hours to support Pendle Food For All and we’re looking forward to engaging with Nelson and Colne College to provide their trade students with valuable practical experience on site in the coming weeks. Additionally, we are going to be working with local charity Positive Action in the Community to support local residents overcome barriers to work.”

Natalie Palframan, Key Account Manager (North) at Procure Partnerships Framework:

“We’re delighted to see Police Pendle Station reach this significant milestone. Procure Partnerships Framework are proud to have supported Lancashire Constabulary in the procurement of this project. The new station will provide officers with cutting-edge facilities, enabling them to deliver essential frontline services and continue to keep their community safe. We eagerly anticipate the continued progress of this important development as it moves towards completion.”