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10/06/2013
Guildhall To Reopen
The famous Guildhall in L'Derry is to open to the public later, following a recent renovation.
The £9.5m refurbishment restored the 1887 building, both inside and out.
Work began in 2010 and the changes have included a new visitor centre, disabled access and a patio cafe.
The facade has been given a facelift, and the roof and clock have been repaired.
Tourism and Enterprise Minister Arlene Foster said the renovation and restoration of the Guildhall would transform the city into a world-class tourism destination.
The Minister was speaking at an event to mark the completion of the work last week.
She said: "The Guildhall is a magnificent, historic building and one of Londonderry’s most important assets. Completion of the restoration programme means it can now fulfil its full potential as a multi-faceted visitor experience.
"It will also be a key venue during the 2013 UK City of Culture celebrations. It is a particularly nice touch that the two Guildhalls of London and Londonderry will link up to celebrate the 400th anniversary of the city in July with the new 'At Sixes and Sevens' cantata.
"My Department, through the Northern Ireland Tourist Board, has allocated over £14m in investment to Londonderry in recent years through the Walled City Signature Project, made up of the Built Heritage Programme, Walled City Lighting Strategy and a number of other projects.
"I want to see a Walled City that has international standout and visitor appeal and this refurbishment at the Guildhall is another vital piece in that jigsaw."
(IT/CD)
The £9.5m refurbishment restored the 1887 building, both inside and out.
Work began in 2010 and the changes have included a new visitor centre, disabled access and a patio cafe.
The facade has been given a facelift, and the roof and clock have been repaired.
Tourism and Enterprise Minister Arlene Foster said the renovation and restoration of the Guildhall would transform the city into a world-class tourism destination.
The Minister was speaking at an event to mark the completion of the work last week.
She said: "The Guildhall is a magnificent, historic building and one of Londonderry’s most important assets. Completion of the restoration programme means it can now fulfil its full potential as a multi-faceted visitor experience.
"It will also be a key venue during the 2013 UK City of Culture celebrations. It is a particularly nice touch that the two Guildhalls of London and Londonderry will link up to celebrate the 400th anniversary of the city in July with the new 'At Sixes and Sevens' cantata.
"My Department, through the Northern Ireland Tourist Board, has allocated over £14m in investment to Londonderry in recent years through the Walled City Signature Project, made up of the Built Heritage Programme, Walled City Lighting Strategy and a number of other projects.
"I want to see a Walled City that has international standout and visitor appeal and this refurbishment at the Guildhall is another vital piece in that jigsaw."
(IT/CD)
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