Topping out ceremony for Guildford entertainment venue

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An impression of the new Guildford Civic
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The new Guildford Civic is being built on the site of the old one

The building of a new entertainment venue for a town centre in Surrey is being marked by a topping out ceremony.

Work on the Civic site in Guildford, designed by architects Austin-Smith: Lord, is on schedule, with the opening set for autumn 2011.

The event marks the ceremonial placing of the top brick on the highest point of the building.

The £26m venue will provide a 1,700-capacity auditorium, a 150-capacity studio theatre and conference rooms.

It is being built on the site of the old Civic, which has been empty since 2004.

When complete, it will host a programme of entertainment including all types of music, comedy and family shows.

The building will also offer corporate facilities for businesses as well as a wide range of community activities.

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