Roxburgh Entertainment Centre Rebuild
Updated 15/2 The Request for Proposals (RFP) for Alternate Locations has now closed. One submission was received and will be evaluated against the specified criteria. The outcome of this evaluation will be presented to the Teviot Valley Community Board for consideration at its meeting on 19 March. |
Background
The origins of the Roxburgh Entertainment Centre trace back to 1918, when the Hall was officially vested to the Borough Council, marking the beginning of its role as a community hub. In 1926, the Council demonstrated its commitment to modern entertainment by investing in a projection machine, enhancing the Hall’s capabilities for film screenings. A significant milestone occurred in March 1931, when the Hall was relocated and a new building was opened. Over the decades, the facility underwent various renovations and upgrades, evolving into what was known as the Roxburgh Entertainment Centre. This vibrant venue served the cultural and social needs of the community for over 100 years.
Tragically, on 6 February 2025, the Roxburgh Entertainment Centre was destroyed by fire. Council is working through the insurance claim process and in the first instance, has cleared the property to begin conversations with the community about next steps.
Moving forward
On 31 July 2025, the Teviot Valley Community Board approved four community members to be on the Project Steering Group (PSG), including Alastair Monteath, Sally Smith, Sarah Moore, and David Weatherall. The board's representative will be TVCB member Curtis Pannett and Councillor Martin McPherson. Also on the Project Steering Group are CODC representatives Group Manager David Scoones, Property and Facilities Manager Garreth Robinson, and Project Manager - Construction Tara Bates. Those members together with the wider community, now has a unique opportunity to reimagine how a new structure, can be shaped to best serve future generations over the next century.
What do I need to consider when thinking about location?
Council, along with the PSG and the wider community have been asked to consider investigating another site for the rebuild of the Roxburgh Entertainment Centre. There are lots of pros and cons for keeping the existing site and exploring alternate sites (which does include the current location).
Get involved
Community Meeting - 5.30pm, Thursday 5 February, Roxburgh Memorial Hall
The community representatives on the Roxburgh Entertainment Centre Project Steering Group invite you to a community meeting to share more about the project and answer your questions. The following topics will be discussed:
- The design and construction process
- Opportunities for community input
- Indicative timelines and next steps
