Pavilion to Retake Spot in Region’s Heritage

A PIECE of County Durham public art is to undergo a pounds 336,000 revamp.

The Apollo Pavilion was created by abstract artist Victor Pasmore and built in Peterlee in the late 1960s.

It was refused listed status by the Government and has been plagued by problems such as vandalism and graffiti.

But with cash from the Heritage Lottery Fund, the structure will be restored to its original design and the surrounding area landscaped.

Pasmore, who died in 1988, produced experimental housing plans for Peterlee in the early 1960s and became involved in the design of the pavilion after the original architect withdrew.

Dr Keith Bartlett, head of the Heritage Lottery Fund in the North East, said: “Following strong support from local people for the revival of the Apollo Pavilion as a valuable feature of Peterlee’s local heritage, the building is now set to become an historical architectural centrepiece of the North East once again.”

Work is due to start in November and is scheduled to take six months.

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