About this Event
An exciting opportunity has arisen in Plymouth City Centre…
The Plymouth Athenaeum Society are inviting collaborators to partner with them to develop a high quality, inclusive, accessible and diverse cultural offer for the city centre. The Society holds the Athenaeum Building in trust for the community. They are aware that it is an amazing asset which is not currently being fully realised. They intend to change that and they want to ensure those who will benefit from it reopening are part of the process of visioning its future.
At this event, you will:
- hear about the plan and timescale to redevelop the building. We want ALL spaces open for ALL kinds of users.
- hear about the vision for a culturally diverse events programme and hospitality offer. We want to work with a range of providers who will play an active role in planning and delivery.
- hear about the pop-up events we intend to run from Autumn 2024. We want to get your ideas about the kind of content, pricing and schedule which will encourage you through the doors.
- be asked for feedback on what you have heard. We want to know what we are getting right, where there is room for improvement and what else could work well here.
- hear about how you can get more involved by becoming a Friend of the Athenaeum. This building exists for the community. It will take community engagement to ensure that its future is sustainable and longlived.
This event is part of a feasiblity study, led by , and . We have received funding from and you can find out more on our page.
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ACCESS, INCLUSION and ALLERGIES:
AccessAble - https://www.accessable.co.uk/plymouth-city-council/access-guides/the-plymouth-athenaeum
Parking - There is no venue parking. The nearest carpark is Theatre Royal, which is 120yards away and has Disabled bays. There is also a main road which goes past the front door.
Public transport - The nearest bus stop is Derry's Cross.
Venue - Plymouth Athenaeum is staffed every day and a site visit can be arranged with them prior to the event. Please call (01752) 266079.
Step free access - The venue are providing a temporary ramp which will give access through the front door and into the meeting room. For access to the toilets, there is a seated stairlift or wheelchair users will need to go out of the building via the front door, around the side and in through the back entrance.
PLEASE NOTE: We are aware that this is not ideal! The venue are seeking funding to pay for building works which will resolve this issue. Please give your feedback as it will support the bid. Evacuation provision is in place should it be needed.
Indoor spaces - There is one main room for this event. Dimensions: W: 7m (23ft); L: 10.5m (35ft). The room is uncarpeted. There is a carpeted lobby area with seating between the front door and the main room.
People - we anticipate up to 50 people at this event.
Food/Drink - gluten free, dairy free, vegetarian and vegan options will be available as standard. Contact the team if you have a more specific intollerance or allergy.
When booking, please advise the team of any specific access, inclusion and/or dietary needs you would like us to cater for. You have a choice how to do this:
- via the Eventbrite registration form.
- by direct emailing Owen - [email protected]. Write 'ACCESS, INCLUSION and ALLERGIES' in the subject line.
- by calling Plymouth Athenaeum on 01752 266079.
We will do our best but we cannot guarantee that all needs can be met at this event. If we cannot cater for you, please accept our apologies and our promise that we will aim for better next time.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Plymouth Athenaeum, Derrys Cross, Plymouth, United Kingdom
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