£1 million secured for redevelopment of historic Town House
The funding marks a major milestone in the journey to breathe new life into the C-listed building -which has been closed since 2016 - and transform it into a sustainable and vibrant community and enterprise hub.
Working in partnership with BRAG Enterprises, the council's vision is to repurpose the landmark building into a training and co-working enterprise space, alongside a welcoming social hub for the community.
The project also seeks to celebrate Cowdenbeath's rich heritage, showcasing local artefacts and telling the story of its mining past and community activism.
As a key part of the area's Local Community Plan, Fife Council said the redevelopment will boost access to employment, training, health and wellbeing services, while preserving an iconic part of the town's identity.
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Cllr Linda Erskine, Spokesperson for Communities said: "This is fantastic news for the town and a big step forward in helping us realise the community's vision for Cowdenbeath Town House. The building is steeped in local history and this project will ensure it continues to play a central role in the life of the town – now and for generations to come."
Fife firm BRAG Enterprises will lead on delivering the project.
Brian Robertson-Fern from BRAG added: "BRAG are delighted to be involved in finding a new future for this iconic local building. The building is part of the built and intangible heritage of Cowdenbeath and it has overseen the people who have lived and worked in the town for many years now. To local people it's also been a rallying point for where people could make their views known and it's a look back to the time when Cowdenbeath was once described as like the Chicago of Scotland.
"We will aim to deliver a range of new services from this new space along with providing affordable and accessible enterprise space and community spaces alike. We also want it to showcase local heritage and history to influence the next generation. It will be a place for the people that celebrates Cowdenbeath and its people, creating new opportunities for all."
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