Acland Burghley School in north London will restore its Assembly Hall to the 1960s design, establishing the UK's first Museum of Brutalist Architecture. The space will serve as a performance, arts, and heritage venue for students and the community. It is grade II listed, indicating its historical significance. Headteacher Nicholas John emphasizes its importance as a safe and accessible community space. The project received a £1 million grant from the National Lottery Heritage Fund but still requires an additional £400,000 to complete funding for the restoration.
The Lottery grant will allow the Assembly Hall to be transformed into a performance, arts and heritage space for the students and the local community.
Headteacher Nicholas John emphasized that the Hall for All will give young people, families, and community groups a place to connect, learn, and belong.
The Assembly Hall, a standout feature of Acland Burghley School, will serve as the UK’s first Museum of Brutalist Architecture.
Despite receiving just over £1 million from the Lottery, the project still needs to raise around £400,000 to complete its funding.
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