Town hall revamp team mindful of nesting falcons

The council says particular care will be given to nesting peregrine falcons while the work is carried out

Construction teams revamping Leamington Town Hall will need to take extra care not to disturb nesting peregrine falcons, the council has said.

The project will see more of the town hall opened up to public use as part of a project to turn part of it into a creative hub.

The aim is to offer more space for organisations operating in the cultural sector.

Current work will see the reception area improved, corridors opened up and an extension built to the rear of the building with new toilet facilities and a lift.

It is the second major project to be integrated into plans for Leamington's Creative Quarter following the Spencer Yard redevelopment.

Both schemes have received investment from the Future High Street Fund.

A new creative hub is planned for Leamington Town Hall

Philip Clarke, head of Place, Arts and Economy at Warwick District Council, said: "For 140 years Leamington's Town Hall has played a central role in the in the cultural and civic life of the town and wider district.

"It’s therefore wonderful to see a bright new future evolving for this important historic building, opening up exciting new public spaces at heart of the local community."

Throughout the works, access will be maintained for current tenants, including Warwick District Council and Royal Leamington Spa Town Council, as well as cultural organisations Motionhouse and Leamington Music.