Alexandra Arts Centre – construction progress updates
As winter sets in, progress continues on site. The building is fully weather-tight and most of the work is now taking place indoors. One of the clearest signs of progress so far can now be seen from the car park, where the scaffolding has come down from the east side of the original building.
External work
Scaffolding has been removed from the east side of the building, revealing the refreshed exterior for the first time and giving a clearer view of the finished arts centre. Feature banding has been installed up to first-floor level, enhancing the building's new appearance, while the first phase of external brickwork has been completed and work has moved to the upper levels.
Installation of heating, ventilation and air handling systems is also progressing, with work now underway in the plant rooms.
Internal work
Things are progressing well, with acoustic panelling being installed in the main auditorium and specialist stage lighting and audio-visual systems continuing to be fitted.
Finishing work is advancing throughout the building, including plastering, decorating, ceiling installation, flooring, and the fitting of skirting boards and window boards. Public toilet fit out has begun, internal scaffolding is being removed as areas are completed, and preparations are underway for handrails and balustrades. Mechanical, electrical and fire safety works are also continuing across the site, bringing the building closer to completion.
The outside of the building is close to its final appearance and attention is now firmly on the interior, so these activities will continue across the building in the run-up to Christmas. The team remains on track, and we look forward to sharing further updates as the Spring 2027 opening draws closer.