Project at a Glance

The project is a partnership initiative between University of Worcester and Worcestershire County Council which will bring a range of services under one roof:

• A fully integrated public and University library
• Worcestershire Record Office
• Worcestershire Historic Environment and Archaeology Service
• Worcestershire Hub Customer Service Centre

• Café and refreshment outlets

• Meeting rooms

• Exhibition and drama spaces

Winning an international award - the Bentley Be Inspired Innovation in Generative Design - in October 2009 was a great achievement, and the project was also shortlisted for Best Designed Project and Best Local Government Project Team at the national Public-Private Finance awards in April 2010.

The journey of The Hive is continual. The building is being constructed by Galliford Try. View the Final Business Case.

10 key aims of The Hive

-Inspiration

-Connection

-Aspiration

-Learning

-Integration

-Inclusivity

-Enduring Values

-Well-being

-Sustainability

-Visibility

Follow the link for a detailed timeline of the project' s background:

The Story So Far