Re:Source charity was set up by Re:Ignite Church to purchase, restore and manage “The Exchange” (former Apollo Cinema and Tiggis’ restaurant) in September 2015 to transform it into a vibrant, diverse destination for the town. The derelict Grade II listed building is rich in history but holds promise for the future.
It’s time for The Exchange to stand for something new; it’s time for it to become a destination again.
The Exchange has announced the next phase of its regeneration journey thanks to a £1.5m grant from Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council, part of £20 million of new Government funding secured for the borough to support town centre priorities. Over the next 12 months, access improvements will include a new 8 person lift which will…
History detectives piece together the remarkable story of The Exchange The story of the early years of Blackburn’s most iconic building has been brought to life by two volunteers with a passion for local heritage. The Exchange: The Foundation Years has been written by Howard Foy and Chris Walton and is being produced with funding…
Blackburn’s most iconic building will play host to an inaugural brick show when The Exchange on King William Street hosts a free exhibition of LEGO® models on Saturday 11 May 2024 from 10am – 4pm. Organisers, Northern Brickworks are coordinating the display of creations brought by fans of LEGO® from across the region, including Star…
STEP INTO SPRING: Walk an indoor mile at The Exchange A pop-up indoor track has been created at The Exchange in Blackburn town centre as part of a community health promotion campaign dubbed ‘Step into Spring’. On weekdays throughout March, workers in the town centre and other visitors are invited to use the weatherproof space…
To play a significant role in the fulfilment, wellbeing and transformation of Blackburn.
To bring the Exchange back into sustainable use as a vibrant and diverse venue and to deliver activities which inspire hope, creativity and excellence for people and communities.
Working with the local community and business partners, the building will once again come alive and flourish.
We treat others as we would like to be treated! We recognise that each person is unique, has value and should be treated equally with dignity and respect
We always strive to do the right thing! We value honesty, openness, trust and personal responsibility in all our interactions, behaviour and practices
We bring our best! We are committed to continuous improvement to create the best possible outcomes and face challenges with optimism
We think and dream big! We are open to new ideas, embrace change and celebrate bold creativity
We believe in people and their dreams! Creating an environment which helps develop and encourage each person to reach their full potential and achieve their ambitions
We are stronger together! We value relationships, and encourage a spirit of collaboration, mutual support and fun
The Exchange is at the heart of Blackburn’s cultural history. As an iconic, awe-inspiring building, providing one of the largest performance and exhibition events spaces in Lancashire, it will be a place to inspire, create, entertain and be entertained.
Cotton manufacturing is at the root of our history. Our heritage as The Cotton Exchange links us intrinsically with the diversity of communities and generations that make up the population of Blackburn with Darwen. The Exchange will be a place for projects that bring about cohesion, conversations and collaboration.
The Exchange aims to become a venue which can host a variety of health and wellbeing organisations, programmes and workshops, including dance, fitness and wellbeing training and education events. We will work in partnership with Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council and other agencies in support of the local health and well-being strategy
“Start Well, Live Well, Age Well”.
The charity, Re:Source will run The Exchange as a commercially viable business, generating income through venue hire, ticketed events, merchandising, concessions and sponsorship for the ongoing running and maintenance costs of the building.
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