Introduction
Highways safety and public realm improvements to the street outside St George’s Guildhall are planned, as part of the venue’s exciting renovation as a local, regional and international centre for arts, creativity and theatre.
Work is well underway on-site to sensitively preserve and enhance St George’s as an inspiring venue for everyone to enjoy, with a new food and drink offer, home for creative industries and year-round programme of performances, events and education programmes.
With a significant increase in visitors expected when the Guildhall reopens in 2028, our important plan for the stretch of King Street outside the venue aims to improve public safety, make the historic building more accessible for all, and enhance its wider setting.
We’re setting the scene for a major heritage destination and these upgrades will ensure we can welcome many extra people of all different ages and physical abilities. This includes large numbers of children and young people as part of our extensive education programme.