TRANSFORMATION PROJECT
A Brighter Kidderminster & opportunities for a positive communal space.
July/August 24
Contractors, Speller Metcalfe, took possession of our beloved Town Hall on 8th January this year. Works also commenced on this date, including demolition works to create new spaces, piling has been completed to support the new Courtyard roof, creating the new bar and café area. We are now 26 weeks in on the 72 weeks project, with a completion date of 16th May 2025.
Where it began – March 2021
Kidderminster Town Council submitted a planning and Listed Building Application for the transformation of Kidderminster Town Hall on 30th June 2022. The plans reflect the proposals publicly consulted on earlier this year, incorporating many of the improvements suggested by those that commented upon them.
Creating a public space
Installing a ground level community café and arts area, new bar and opening access to our historic spaces.
Broadening access
Create fully DDA compliant spaces and provide a welcoming space for our community to enjoy.
Working with our community
Creating lasting partnerships with artists, community groups, individuals and businesses in Kidderminster to create a vibrate and positive artistic and civic space for our community.
Creating a more environmentally friendly building
Reducing our carbon footprint and managing our activities to be environmentally sustainable.
Improving our performance spaces
Creating a green room, backstage areas, new studio area in the corn exchange, reinstalling key heritage features, creating a covered courtyard area for performances, improving heating, lighting, sound and seating provision.
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THE TOWN HALL IS NOW TEMPORARILY CLOSED.
We are undertaking a major transformation project which will make the venue more accessible to the people of Kidderminster and surrounding areas. We are due to reopen in 2025.
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