Building contractor CBC has won a £10.6 million contract to restore the Rothesay Pavilion in Argyll and Bute.

The Grade A-Listed building is being transformed into a hub for cultural and community use and work to renovate the landmark will start today, 29 November.

Features of the restored pavilion will include a purpose designed exhibition area, a new shop, cafe and restaurant, a revamped main hall to accommodate a range of events, a second venue for smaller performances, a new top floor meeting/function room and three new offices and a workhub in the former caretaker's house at the rear of the site, which will provide three independent offices for local businesses along with a shared meeting room and office resources.


James McAlpine, Managing Director of CBC, said: "We feel very privileged to be working on such a beautiful and iconic building that is so rich in heritage. We are very experienced in conserving historic and listed buildings and look forward to restoring the stunning pavilion to its former glory for the local community.

"We are also committed to ensuring that the people who live on the island feel part of the Rothesay Pavilion project and can contribute to, and reap rewards from, this new chapter in the Pavilion's history."

Depute Council Leader Gary Mulvaney said: "It's fantastic to see the main construction phase of this ambitious project about to get underway and the people of Rothesay can look forward to seeing work on the renovations of the wonderful pavilion starting.

"As a council we are determined to make a real difference to the area by bringing both tourists and new jobs to the area and with our partners have invested millions of pounds to bring our pavilion back to life.

"We will be working closely with the main contractor, CBC, to ensure that wherever possible there are opportunities to provide jobs, apprenticeships and support to the local community."

The project is scheduled to be completed by July 2019.

Image credit; Elder and Cannon Architects

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