Current Tenders & Competitions

The Conservatory was originally commissioned by Blackburn Corporation as a grand and unique structure to symbolise the success and status of the town and was partly funded through public subscription. The Conservatory was completed in early 1900 and is acknowledged in its listing as a good example of Victorian Conservatory style. It comprises a central double height atrium with two lower wings to east and west. The highly decorated cast iron frame contains areas of wrought iron ornamental infill and sits on a stone and brick plinth.

Following the collapse of the roof of the west wing and subsequent condition survey of the east wing revealing significant corrosion, the Conservatory was closed to public access. The Council is now seeking a conservation architect to devise a sympathetic and sustainable restoration plan for the structure.

There will be a separate tender process for the design and restoration/adaptation works to take forward the chosen option.