Champney Treasure House to reopen in December
Following a £3.3m revamp led by contractor Hobson & Porter, Beverley’s cultural venue will welcome the public from 10 December.
Champney Treasure House has been renamed in honour of John Edward Champney, a local businessman who in the early 20th century made several significant donations to the original Beverley Public Library & Art Gallery.
The project was started last September.
East Riding Council said that the renovated building will become a centre for learning and discovery. The £3.3m scheme has enabled the local authority to make significant improvements to the museum, archives, café area, tower viewing point, gardens and art gallery whilst relocating and introducing other services to the venue, such as a Changing Places facility.
The Tourist Information Centre has relocated to the venue entrance, while the register office will also relocate, moving from Walkergate House to Champney Treasure House, so residents can register births, deaths and marriages.
Another change sees the Beverley Customer Service Centre relocate to the building from Cross Street. The library has also been enhanced and will feature a fully immersive sensory room and tech to allow customers to use services outside library hours.
Champney Treasure House will also introduce the Champney Room, a multi-use activity space used to house workshops and other events.
The museum has also welcomed a variety of updates during the renovation, including a refreshed area with interactive displays and activities for children.
Cllr Nick Coultish, East Riding of Yorkshire Council’s cabinet member for culture, leisure and tourism, said: “The opening of Champney Treasure House marks a significant milestone for our community.
“We are incredibly proud to open this new cultural venue, a space which houses many essential services whilst becoming a destination where people can come together, explore, learn and celebrate. We look forward to seeing Champney Treasure House become a vibrant venue for people of all ages and backgrounds to enjoy.’’
