He said the exact plans were still to be determined after exploratory works but it would be “designed to beautifully restore the chapel building and surrounding graveyard for future generations to enjoy”.

“We see this project as an opportunity to restore the chapel, creating a vibrant asset that will benefit the town,” he added.

The chapel has long been a sore point in the local community, with previous attempts to convert it falling through after strong local opposition.

A dispute in 2011 also propelled it into the public eye after local residents were locked out of the graveyard, which is on private land connected to the building.

Pinnacle Holdings’ project is in its earliest stages, with planning applications yet to be submitted to the council.

Once the plans are uploaded, residents of Delph will be allowed to comment on them.

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