Contractor sought for project in Cambridge
An ambitious plan to upgrade the civic quarter in Cambridge has taken another step forward, with the news that Cambridge County Council is looking to hire a contractor.
This massive project actually consists of three separate schemes that the authority has tied together. They involve the refurbishment of the Corn Exchange, the Guild Hall and Market Square. All of those landmarks are situated in the same part of Cambridge, so turning it into one big project makes sense. Now, a contractor is being sought to deliver it, at an expected cost of around £75 million.
Of that cost, £55 million will be shouldered by the council. This money has been ring-fenced from its budget. The council has stated that work on the Guild Hall is likely to account for the majority of it. This building with Grade II listed status will be conserved but also made environmentally friendly.
Meanwhile, the Corn Exchange will have its capacity increased, so that it can house 2,000 people. It is one of the city’s premier venues for live events. One of the ways such events can be promoted is through the use of poster printing by Cambridge shops.
The civic quarter project was designed by Cartwright Pickard. It will enable the preservation of heritage buildings, but will also help the council reach its net zero targets.
Work is expected to start during autumn 2026.
This massive project actually consists of three separate schemes that the authority has tied together. They involve the refurbishment of the Corn Exchange, the Guild Hall and Market Square. All of those landmarks are situated in the same part of Cambridge, so turning it into one big project makes sense. Now, a contractor is being sought to deliver it, at an expected cost of around £75 million.
Of that cost, £55 million will be shouldered by the council. This money has been ring-fenced from its budget. The council has stated that work on the Guild Hall is likely to account for the majority of it. This building with Grade II listed status will be conserved but also made environmentally friendly.
Meanwhile, the Corn Exchange will have its capacity increased, so that it can house 2,000 people. It is one of the city’s premier venues for live events. One of the ways such events can be promoted is through the use of poster printing by Cambridge shops.
The civic quarter project was designed by Cartwright Pickard. It will enable the preservation of heritage buildings, but will also help the council reach its net zero targets.
Work is expected to start during autumn 2026.