Architects appointed for Norfolk Corn Hall project

Diss Corn Hall

Dominic Bareham, senior reporter Thursday, April 18, 2013 8:09 PM

Architects have been appointed to develop plans to revamp a Norfolk towns Grade II listed arts venue as progress continues to be made towards a bid for Heritage Lottery funding.

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Norwich-based Hudson Architects has been appointed to draw up a scheme for the restoration and development of the Corn Hall in Diss and for changes to the area of the town known as the Heritage Triangle between the hall and the Market Place, which could involve creating squares up Market Hill and into St Nicholas Street.

Landscape architects The Landscape Partnership, which was responsible for Norwichs new memorial gardens, will work alongside the Hudson team on the Heritage Triangle Project.

Sheila King, project manager for the Diss Heritage Partnership, said: The Corn Hall has achieved a lot in the last three years. Its already the leading venue around, and now we are firming up our plans for its restoration.

But just as important is the heritage work. We are investigating the evolution of the old town over the centuries the industries and people that helped create the landscape we see in Diss today.

This historical research will contribute to interpretation boards, exhibitions and so on, enabling visitors to enjoy the fascinating history of the old town. We have around another 1million to raise to fully fund the project, but we are confident we can do it.

Meanwhile were convinced that weve made an excellent choice with our design team. Not only do they have they the experience and creativity we need, theyre also local people with a great affection for Diss and enthusiasm for this transformational project.

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