Porthcawl Grand Pavilion redevelopment

Grand Pavilion £20m redevelopment project

Porthcawl’s iconic Grand Pavilion was granted £18m of funding from the UK Government to redevelop and preserve the waterfront landmark following a successful bid by the council and its partners at Awen Cultural Trust.

Following a lengthy public consultation process, final plans were approved for the conservation and repair of the some of the building’s iconic Art Deco features including the clock tower and stained-glass windows, alongside new extensions including a glazed, roof top pavilion with views out towards the Bristol channel, a passenger lift, auditorium, gallery, toilet facilities and supporting back of house areas.

The plans also include a sensitive restoration of the building’s original domed roof, with new insulation, and the original, unique marine-styled, weathervane being reinstated.

The 1932, Art Deco building is currently undergoing enabling works, which started in early June, forming an essential part of the preparation of the building in readiness for the main renovation work later this year.

The redevelopment of the Grade II Listed building will address the existing risks to the building’s fabric and also meet the needs and aspirations of local people for extended and improved arts, culture and heritage services.