ABERYSTWYTH University will be hosting a public meeting on Thursday, 21 January, to provide an update on its plans for the redevelopment of the Old College.

In December 2015, the university submitted its plans for the redevelopment of Old College to the Heritage Lottery Fund.

The submission to apply for £9.93m towards the full project costs of £19.47 million was developed by the university along with the New Life for Old College Project Board, which brought together members of the university council, university staff, and representatives from Ceredigion County Council, Aberystwyth Town Council, Aberystwyth Students’ Union and the Old Students Association.

The plans are designed to restore it to its former glory, and transform it into a thriving centre for heritage, learning, and enterprise for town and gown, attracting an audience nationwide and internationally.

Works are expected to be completed in time for the university’s 150th anniversary in 2022.

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