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Worcester's £26m Angel Place project nears completion
28 Aug
Summary
- A final £1.5m contribution is requested to finish the Angel Place regeneration.
- The project includes the refurbishment of the historic Scala Theatre.
- The total cost is projected to rise to £26m if the request is approved.
The Angel Place regeneration scheme in Worcester is approaching its conclusion, with contractors requesting an additional £1.5 million to ensure its full completion. This supplementary funding would bring the project's total cost to £26 million. The regeneration includes the extensive refurbishment of the Scala Theatre, a historic venue dating back to the 1920s, which had previously been used as an amusement arcade.
The Scala Theatre is now scheduled to be completed by November of this year. Work on the adjacent Corn Exchange is anticipated to finish by February 2027. This initiative, which commenced in 2020, has already benefited from substantial government grants and city council investment. The council views the revitalized Scala Theatre, featuring three studio spaces, a bar, and a cafe, as a vital regional destination for independent film, live performances, and music.
This project is part of a broader £26 million overhaul of the Angel Place area, intended to create a "northern gateway" for Worcester. It also involves relocating the outdoor market and refurbishing vacant buildings. The area is expected to look and feel significantly different by the summer of 2027, representing a long-term investment in the city's cultural and economic future.
