The Storey Creative Industries Project (SCIC)
The Storey
The Storey Institute has been converted into a centre for the Creative Industries, and is now open.
The Storey Institute, built in 1891 by Thomas Storey, is one of the most recognisable buildings in the city, and holds fond memories for many generations of Lancaster's citizens who have used the centre for a range of cultural, art and educational activities. The Grade II listed building is located on the edge of the city centre, close to the railway station.
The project to renovate and convert the building to fit the needs of a 21st century community was led by Lancaster City Council's Economic Development & Tourism Service and will contribute to the revitalisation of Lancaster's conservation/ castle area, as well as creating new employment opportunities.
www.thestorey.co.uk
The capital building works received support from several sources including European Union, Lancaster City Council, the Arts Council of England North West, and the North West Regional Development Agency.
Building work is now complete, and the centre is open to the public and is home to a growing number of new and established businesses. Lancaster's Tourist Information Centre is now also inside the new Storey, having relocated from Castle Hill.
The centre offers small businesses (within the creative industries sector), local communities, and visitors to the city the following facilities:
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Quality creative industry workspace/ offices
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A state of the art auditorium space and conference venue
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Workshops & training space
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Meeting rooms
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Restored galleries and exhibition spaces
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A community café/bar complex
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A new Visitor Information Centre
For enquiries about office or workspace please visit The Storey website or contact The Storey on 01524 509000/ info@thestorey.co.uk
