Six Mile Green: First Phase of Wolverhampton’s Green Innovation Corridor

A Vision for Green Innovation

Working in close collaboration with City of Wolverhampton Council, Glancy Nicholls Architects has submitted a hybrid planning application for the redevelopment of four brownfield sites near Wolverhampton Science Park.

This milestone will unlock a new chapter in the city’s industrial story – one focused on innovative green advanced manufacturing, research, and collaboration.

The hybrid application includes:

• Full planning application for enabling works, including site remediation, infrastructure installation, and preparatory works to deliver development-ready plots.

• Outline planning application for up to 19,245 sqm of high-quality, flexible commercial floorspace designed to support SMEs, scaling businesses, and larger occupiers focused on advanced manufacturing and sustainability.

More Than Buildings

Six Mile Green is not simply about constructing new spaces – it is about creating a dynamic ecosystem where enterprise and academia can work together, driving growth, skills, and opportunity.

The design code underpinning the Green Innovation Corridor places sustainability and connectivity at its core, with a framework built around:

• Green technology and high-performance buildings

• Habitat creation and biodiversity enhancement

• Integration of Wolverhampton’s canals as green and blue infrastructure

• Placemaking that celebrates the city’s industrial heritage

This holistic approach ensures Six Mile Green becomes a thriving hub of sustainable industry and research, attracting investors and innovators while delivering meaningful local benefits.

Collaboration at the Core

The success of the Green Innovation Corridor relies on collaboration. The Council, University of Wolverhampton, developers, and private sector partners all have a role to play in ensuring the project delivers on its vision.

Through this shared commitment, Six Mile Green will:

• Create jobs and opportunities for local people

• Retain graduate talent from the University of Wolverhampton

• Promote the city regionally, nationally, and internationally as a centre of excellence in advanced manufacturing and green innovation

Looking Ahead

As the first phase of the Green Innovation Corridor, Six Mile Green sets the tone for the city’s future – a future that looks confidently forward while celebrating centuries of industrial creativity and ambition.

Much like Glaisher and Coxwell’s ascent into the skies, Wolverhampton is ready to reach new heights – this time as a place where innovation, sustainability, and opportunity converge.

Glancy Nicholls Architects is proud to be leading the design of this transformative project and looks forward to working closely with the council, stakeholders, and local community as we bring Six Mile Green to life.