{"id":2109355,"date":"2026-03-10T14:29:09","date_gmt":"2026-03-10T14:29:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thebusinessdesk.com\/westmidlands\/?p=2109355"},"modified":"2026-03-10T14:29:09","modified_gmt":"2026-03-10T14:29:09","slug":"industrial-building-to-become-cafe-and-events-hub","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thebusinessdesk.com\/westmidlands\/news\/2109355-industrial-building-to-become-cafe-and-events-hub","title":{"rendered":"Industrial building to become caf\u00e9 and events hub"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>A former industrial building in Wednesbury is set for a new lease of life as a caf\u00e9 and events venue. <\/p>\n<p>The 4,500 sq ft property on Walsall Street boasts a fully fitted bar, commercial kitchen, open-plan interiors, an outdoor courtyard, and parking for 30 vehicles, making it an ideal location for hospitality.<\/p>\n<p>Specialist business property adviser Christie &amp; Co handled the lease sale, securing local entrepreneur Mr Wahab as the new tenant. He plans to refurbish the space and launch a caf\u00e9 and events destination designed to serve the community.<\/p>\n<p>Wahab said: \u201cI am thrilled to take on The Substation. Its layout and location offer an incredible opportunity to create something fresh for Wednesbury. My vision is to develop a welcoming caf\u00e9 space and a versatile events venue, serving the community and bringing people together.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>James Dodd, business agent at Christie &amp; Co said: \u201cThe Substation is a unique and characterful property with huge potential, so we\u2019re delighted to have agreed a deal with Mr Wahab. 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