January 05, 2020 - 2821 views
Another important phase in the opening of the new Conwy Cultural Centre gets set to happen tomorrow (Monday 6th Jan) with the opening of Cantin, the centre's cafe and restaurant.
Work has been going on behind the scenes since the main building opened up in early December and visitors will be treated to some of the best locally sourced produce, food and coffee.
The renowned Heartland Coffee which roasts their beans in Llandudno and the Tan Lan Bakery will be just two of the prestigous local suppliers catering to Cantin.
Vistors will be promised one of the best views in Conwy to enjoy their snack before exploring the new centre which has been years in the planning.
The centre is home to the new area library (replacing libraries at Deganwy, Llandudno Junction and Conwy) and features vibrant new heritage displays filled with unique objects and pictures that tell the rich story of the county’s history.
In spring, the county’s Archive Service will also be moving their collections into the basement from their current home in Llandudno and opening the archive facilities and archive search room to the public.
The basement has been specially designed to maintain constant temperature and humidity to protect delicate items
The landscaped areas around the centre will include a peaceful sensory garden with dementia-friendly and accessible paths and seating.
Council Leader, Cllr Sam Rowlands, said: “This fantastic new centre brings a variety of services together under one roof. The purpose built space will help us to deliver more flexible services with longer opening hours, whilst reducing running costs.”
Cllr Mark Baker, Conwy’s Cabinet Member for Heritage and Culture said: “Conwy Culture Centre will be the treasure house for our archives to preserve and protect our historic items. The centre will serve as a hub for the local community, and the gateway to the story of Conwy County.”
The Culture Centre and sensory garden are funded by the National Lottery Heritage Fund, Conwy County Borough Council, the Welsh Government (Museums, Archives, Libraries Division), the Welsh Government Rural Communities - Rural Development Programme 2014-2020, which is funded by the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development and the Welsh Government, Gwynt y Môr Community Fund in partnership with Conwy Arts Trust, Arts Council Wales, LDT Communities Fund, Thomas Howell Education Fund for North Wales and the Welsh Historic Garden’s Trust.
An official opening ceremony for the centre will be arranged in spring 2020.
