Holyoake House is home to numerous co-operatives and social enterprises, and received its Grade II listed status on 20 June 1988. Built in 1911, using subscriptions from co-ops across the UK, Holyoake House was erected in memory of Co-operative activist George Holyoake. The movement decided to honour him by building a permanent headquarters for the Co-operative Union near Victoria Station in Manchester.
Co-operative UK are currently considering how the building could be used to best serve the Co-operative movement going forward? What workspace models should be explored, and what wider amenities could the building benefit from? Could the building accommodate tours, exhibitions and events?
The Future of Holyoake House consultation
Deadline: 25 March 2022