A large chapel in Morriston could be revived as a craft market, café, and living space. Plans to convert the vacant Bethania Chapel, which was built in 1878, are being assessed by Swansea Council planning officers. Applicant TQS Development Ltd wants to create enough space for 11 market stalls and nine one, two and three-bedroom properties. It also plans to build a new block at the rear featuring a ground floor café and first floor community hall.
The Woodfield Street chapel lies within Morriston District Centre, and TQS Development said the proposal would generate footfall. A design and access statement in support of the application said: "It is observed that there are several vacant units and buildings fronting Woodfield Street across the district centre area and it is considered that the re-use and investment in the subject property will have a positive impact on the vitality of the centre." You can read more stories about Swansea here.
