Regeneration Tue, Mar 22, 2016 5:03 PM
The Installation of two imposing statues looking down on Leeds city centre marks the completion of the Majestic’s restoration programme and developer Rushbond plc has revealed it is currently in talks with a number of leisure operators that are interested in creating a flagship venue in the 35,000 square foot landmark.
The grade 2 listed building, which opened in 1922, occupies a prime location on City Square opposite Leeds Train Station, which is the UK’s third busiest station serving 100,000 passengers every day.
The building has undergone an extensive refurbishment programme which includes installing glazing that floods the building with natural light and adding a South facing roof terrace which is where the two new statues stand.
The Greek figures, known as Music and Poetry, are almost two and a half meters tall and replace original statues that were removed many years ago.The new statues, along with four large urns, were made at Pinewood Studios by a company that has recently been working on a 50 foot statue for a new James Bond film.
Rushbond’s Managing Director Jonathan Maud says: “The Majestic occupies a fantastic location and tens of thousands of people pass the building every day so it offers a level of footfall that is almost unrivalled anywhere in the North of England.The building has been one of the city centre’s leading entertainment venues for almost 100 years, with past uses including a cinema, ballroom, bingo hall and nightclub, and the completion of this work will hopefully safeguard its future and enable it to enjoy another successful chapter in its lifespan.
“Throughout the restoration programme we have focussed on maintaining the character of the building whilst enhancing its attraction to modern leisure operators which is attracting some very interesting enquiries from both national and regional companies.
“Installing glazing has given a whole new dimension to the building and the roof terrace is another unique stand out feature that enjoys great views.Recreating the statues of Music and Poetry is a further highlight and it’s great to see them looking out over City Square again.”
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