Projects: Town Hall Quarter
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Investment£7,575,000 consisting of £6,930,000 Towns Fund and £645,000 match funding from Sandwell Council
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Timeline
Start: June 2021
Delivery: December 2024
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LocationWest Bromwich Town Hall/ Central Library, High Street, West Bromwich B70 8DT/ B70 8DZ
The West Bromwich Town Hall Quarter Project is located on West Bromwich High Street.
This scheme is complete!
The Town Hall Quarter project has revitalised the West Bromwich Town Hall and Central Library, both Grade II listed buildings, through a series of essential repairs and enhancements.
The works, which began in November 2023, have been meticulously executed, preserving the historical essence while ensuring the structures are fit for future generations. The comprehensive works were completed by contactor Morgan Sindall and include: –
- High-level stone and brick repairs to the main chimney, ensuring the structural integrity of this historic feature.
- New detailed timber work and decoration to the exterior, restoring the original charm and character of the buildings.
- Extensive lead work to the finial and dome of the cupola, highlighting the architectural grandeur that defines the Town Hall.
- Urgent and significant repairs to the Town Hall roof, addressing long-standing issues and securing the building against future weather damage.
- Internal alterations to form a new Changing Places Facility
Beyond the physical restoration, the project has delivered incredible social value to the community, led by the contractor responsible for the works. View the social value report here.
Deliverable: | Status: |
2 Heritage Buildings restored/renovated |
Completed November 2024 |
4,120 sqm of refurbished existing floor space | Completed November 2024 |
New performance / events and exhibition space | Completed November 2024 |
6 Temporary Full Time jobs supported during project implementation | 167 jobs supported to restore the Town Hall and Central Library |
Introduction of new and improved training/education opportunities, collaborating with SAFL assisting 500 learners | To be achieved by March 2026 |
WINNER!
The West Bromwich Town Hall and Central Library are awarded the West Midlands Conservation award following the restoration works carried out by Towns Funds.