Canterbury City Council allocates £2M to upgrade King’s Hall after initial funding bid fails. Renovation aims to improve the concert venue.
They applied for money from the government in 2022 but did not get it. They wanted £13 million to improve the hall and hoped to make a multi-purpose space with better sound.
The council is still planning to make changes. They have set aside £2 million for 2026 and 2027. This won’t be the full project they wanted before.
The council is rethinking their plans now and wants to see what they can actually do. They must work within the new budget and will update everyone as they continue.
A council member said residents will help and get involved in the hall’s improvements. The hall is too small for big shows but too large for some local groups.
The earlier plan would expand the hall, but the council is now exploring other solutions. They have not decided on the best way forward but want to ensure the hall’s success. People really love the King’s Hall.