Newly transformed Old Court building in Kidderminster is showcased at a recent public tour
News release issued:
More than 60 residents signed up for a guided tour of the newly regenerated Old Court building in Kidderminster on Thursday June 26.
Feedback was positive overall, and residents said they were impressed by the results of the work which has transformed the Grade II listed building into a creative and business hub.
The former Magistrates Court was regenerated by Wyre Forest District Council thanks to funding through the Future High Streets Fund (FHSF) – the former government’s funding initiative to transform struggling high streets.
Councillor Dan Morehead, Wyre Forest District Council’s Cabinet Member for Economic Regeneration, Planning and the Green Agenda, said:
"We knew that there were people who’ve been interested in the transformation of the building, so we opened the doors to show them what has been achieved. The council’s facilities team were on hand to guide visitors round the space and explain points of historical interest.
“Visitors were particularly interested in how original features such as the staircase and stained-glass windows have been remade and where possible restored to retain the heritage and grandeur of parts of the building. Modern facilities and improvements mean that The Old Court now provides 1,800 sqm of high-quality office and event space available to rent alongside county-wide innovation projects newly installed and already flourishing in the space."
The Old Court has three floors accessed by a lift which offer individual workspaces, shared kitchen, event spaces, meeting rooms, shower and toilet facilities. The former court chamber itself is now a large light, bright conference and meeting room, with seating capacity for 120 people.
The restoration project also included parts of the outside public space providing an enhanced pedestrian route through town as well as offering a small children’s play area.
If you would like more information about letting a space in The Old Court, please contact our letting agent (Harris Lamb) by contacting Sara Garratt by email (sara.garratt@harrislamb.com) or phone (0121 455 9455 or 07876898280).
