Norwich University of the Arts library plan approved for Bank Plain

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 27 Oct, 10:02 · Archive

Norwich University of the Arts has won approval to convert a former bank building into a library, cafe and gallery.

Norwich City Council has approved the final phase of Norwich University of the Arts' redevelopment of the former bank building on Bank Plain into a library, cafe and gallery. NUA purchased the site in 2022 following the collapse of youth charity Open, which had previously run it as a venue.

The completed scheme will feature a main hall for public events, workshops, lectures and displays of student work. A permanent gallery and cafe will be open year-round to students, staff and the wider public. The basement and former bank vaults will be transformed to house the university's archive.

The upgraded London Street entrance will improve public access to the foyer cafe, gallery and banking hall. NUA said the library 'will be a core educational asset for our students and staff' and that collections will remain accessible to alumni and external members. The university described the plan as 'the final step in its long-term vision to bring the building back to life as a centre for education and community engagement'.

How it is being reported

• Landmark city building to become NUA library and cafePlans for a new university library, cafe and gallery in a prominent city building have given the green light.Norwich Evening News · 27 Oct, 09:20
• Landmark city building to become NUA library and cafePlans for a new university library, cafe and gallery in a prominent city building have given the green light.Eastern Daily Press · 27 Oct, 09:20

In this story: Norwich University of the Arts · Norwich City Council · Open · Bank Plain · Norwich · London Street

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