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Stockport’s Grade II listed Bank Chambers has opened its doors as the town’s first dedicated co-working space, ProFolk.

Located in the town centre, ProFolk offers a mix of hot-desking, co working and private offices.

This is coupled with meeting rooms and event space, plus amenities including showers, lockers, bike racks and 1GB internet speeds.

Previously empty, the iconic building, built in 1868, has undergone an extensive refurbishment by Hall & Co Property.

This has included the restoration of numerous original features, including stained glass windows, marble columns, ceiling rose, bank vaults and fireplaces, whilst adding new features such as air conditioning, mood lighting, a passenger lift, flat screen TV’s and a speaker system.

Designed by award-winning architecture practice, Ollier Smurthwaite, the design blends the old with the new creating a striking, light-filled working environment and preserving one of the town’s most important heritage assets.

Jamie Hall, project director at Hall & Co Property, said: “Grade II listed and benefiting from a rich history, Bank Chambers is one of Stockport’s most important heritage assets.

"We have carefully restored its original features, which now sit side by side with modern additions and fresh finishes, resulting in an impressive space with bucket-loads of character.