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Transformation of a Cork City Church with the aid of funds from the EU

On Wednesday 4th May at 11.00 a.m., Mr. Stephen Langley and Mr. Noel Farrell, DG Regio, European Commission, unveiled a plaque acknowledging ERDF support for the Christchurch Arts Centre on South Main Street, Cork. The church which dates from the 18th Century opened its doors as a state-of-the-art 250-seat concert, cinema and exhibition venue in April. Christchurch a historic building situated in the heart of Cork city is transformed into one of the country’s most exciting multi-purpose arts and cultural hubs.

The €4.8 million restoration and refurbishment was supported by Cork City Council, with funding of €2.18 million from the European Regional Development Fund and the Southern and Eastern Regional Assembly. The centre is managed for the City Council by Triskel, whose arts centre next door has been linked to the church by a glazed section.

The restoration has allowed Triskel to expand its artistic offering to include:

- A theatre development space operated by internationally renowned award-winning theatre company, Corcadorca, which has secured the services of Enda Walsh, Cillian Murphy and Eileen Walsh as lead figures.

- A visual arts space managed by The Black Mariah.

- A shop for Plugd Records, one of the country’s last independent record stores.

- Gulpd cafe, run by Plugd Records. - An art-house cinema screening independent films four days a week.

Speaking in advance of the unveiling Mr. Langley said “we in D.G. Regio in the European Commission are delighted to be associated with this multi-purpose arts centre, it is a leading example of synthesis of old and new and it will enhance the lives of the people of Cork and the region. The contribution of the European Regional Development Fund has helped to ensure that this Gateways project is of the highest international standards, and we wish continued success to this exciting joint venture between Cork City Council and the Christchurch/Triskel Arts Centre.”

Press Release Christchurch