National Lottery Grants for Heritage – £250,000 to £5million
Supported with a £1million grant, the Hall for All project will transform one of the UK’s last remaining Brutalist school buildings into a vibrant community space that will be home to UK’s first Brutalist Museum. Completed in 1968, the hexagonal Assembly Hall and nearby main school building was the only school designed by post-war architects Howell, Killick, Partridge & Amis.
The hall was always intended to be for the wider community and although still in use, the current condition and lack of accessibility limits its potential. This project will restore the hall’s original purpose and create a world-class performance, arts and heritage space for the students and local community.
The project will also:
- restore key architectural features and improve accessibility
- house the UK’s first Museum of Brutalist Architecture, with permanent displays, digital platforms and a fascinating school archive
- create gallery facilities for heritage exhibitions and collection displays
- host a dedicated programme of community events including cross-generational projects, exhibitions and film screenings
Harvey O’Brien, year 10 Acland Burghley student and Camden Deputy Youth MP, said: “It’s a great opportunity for both the school and the local community. It will allow us to do so much more and help so many more people.”
Nicholas John, Headteacher, said: “This isn’t just about renovating a building. For our neighbours, safe, accessible spaces like this Hall can be a lifeline. The Hall for All will give young people, families and community groups a place to connect, learn and belong and ensure that this treasured space remains accessible and inspiring for generations.”
Discover more projects we’re supporting protecting our built heritage.
