This is the second major cash injection from the National Lottery Heritage Fund for the charity’s project. Two years ago it was handed £4.25m towards its courts initiative, which is set to cost £6.5m in total.
The charity says work can begin next month following this latest funding award.
The building dates to the Victorian era and the revamp will include spaces for events, exhibitions and performances.
Young people will be offered training in the creative arts, technology and games design and advice on finding work, training and mentors.
Included in the development are plans turn one of the courtrooms into a main atrium area with a bar and café. Through the overhaul the charity is looking to keep the building’s historic features, says the charity.
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