Project Overview
This previously derelict heritage asset will be transformed into an innovative and creative cultural space for the arts community.
This project is a partnership between West Northamptonshire Council and NN Contemporary Art and will enhance the current space with new artist studios, a contemporary art gallery space and facilities for visitors.
Programme
- Works start on site – Spring 2023
- Works finish – Summer 2024
- Project opening – Summer 2024
Funding
- £1,750,000 Towns Fund
- £1,500,000 West Northamptonshire Council
Latest Updates
Milestones
- Phase 1 is now complete and includes the creation of 26 artist studios, a Contemporary Art Gallery, a new Project Space, an Artists Research Lounge, Multimedia Room, Civic Reading Room & Arts Library and shop.
- Planning permission for Phase 2 – February to April 2023
- Enabling work for Phase 2 – March 2023
- Enabling works completed – September 2023
- Main works started for Phase 2 – October 2023
Press releases
- Northampton based company appointed to carry out works to 24 Guildhall Road – November 2023
- Road closed for enabling works- May 2023
- Major new cultural centre to open in Northampton- November 2022
- Council updated on proposals for innovative town centre project – September 2022
Photo updates
Below you can see the latest progress on site at 24 Guildhall Road
