Published:
4:30 PM February 21, 2022
A group which transformed a derelict mill into an arts and community venue admits it has “never been busier” in its bid to succeed.
Over £2 million of funding has gone into refurbishing and redeveloping Spencer Mill in Soham, in order to provide a long-term venue for Viva arts and community group.
“It was a derelict mill and that stood empty for decades,” Rachael Polsom, Viva’s administrator, said.
“But the refurbishment has finished and the building is now up and running, so we are in our first season of entertainment.”
The refurbishment, completed last August, has enabled Viva to provide a new theatre space that can also be converted into a cinema.
As well as restoring the building’s original brickwork and other original features,…