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Work is to begin next month to transform Swansea's landmark Patti Pavilion in a £3m redevelopment. Work is to begin next month on a £3m redevelopment at Swansea's landmark Patti Pavilion.
The pavilion built for Victorian opera star Dame Adelina Patti is set to be transformed into a "leading leisure and major entertainment venue".The pavilion built for Victorian opera star Dame Adelina Patti is set to be transformed into a "leading leisure and major entertainment venue".
Welsh historic monuments body Cadw has now given its backing for the project, which could eventually create 70 jobs.Welsh historic monuments body Cadw has now given its backing for the project, which could eventually create 70 jobs.
The plans include the refurbishment of the pavilion and a "glazed wing" with a brasserie cafe-bar and restaurant.The plans include the refurbishment of the pavilion and a "glazed wing" with a brasserie cafe-bar and restaurant.
The redevelopment was given approval by city planners in September.The redevelopment was given approval by city planners in September.
Developers say an announcement confirming the first tenants will be made in the new year.Developers say an announcement confirming the first tenants will be made in the new year.
Whilst much loved, the Patti Pavilion had definitely seen better days. Mark Andrews, developerWhilst much loved, the Patti Pavilion had definitely seen better days. Mark Andrews, developer
Mark Andrews of developers Andton Investments said after Cadw's go ahead it was "all systems go" for the project and workmen will be onsite from early next month. Mark Andrews of developers Andton Investments said after Cadw's go ahead that it was "all systems go" for the project and workmen will be on site from early next month.
He added: "The Patti Pavilion is a fantastic venue with a colourful history that is close to the hearts of the Swansea public and our plans for the building are worthy of such a landmark."He added: "The Patti Pavilion is a fantastic venue with a colourful history that is close to the hearts of the Swansea public and our plans for the building are worthy of such a landmark."
Mr Andrews said the high level of interest they were receiving from companies who wanting to be part of the project was "indicative of the fantastic potential of both the Patti Pavilion itself and the city of Swansea as a whole."Mr Andrews said the high level of interest they were receiving from companies who wanting to be part of the project was "indicative of the fantastic potential of both the Patti Pavilion itself and the city of Swansea as a whole."
The Grade II listed building was originally built in 1881 for the winter gardens at Craig y Nos Castle, the Swansea Valley home of singer Dame Adelina Patti.The Grade II listed building was originally built in 1881 for the winter gardens at Craig y Nos Castle, the Swansea Valley home of singer Dame Adelina Patti.
Following her death in 1919, the pavilion was bequeathed to the people of Swansea.Following her death in 1919, the pavilion was bequeathed to the people of Swansea.
The Patti will be used as a "multi-functional space"The Patti will be used as a "multi-functional space"
It was transported from the top end of the Swansea Valley to Victoria Park in 1920, and now stands overlooking Swansea Bay.It was transported from the top end of the Swansea Valley to Victoria Park in 1920, and now stands overlooking Swansea Bay.
The Patti as it is affectionately known has recently hosted a number of musical entertainment and cultural events.The Patti as it is affectionately known has recently hosted a number of musical entertainment and cultural events.
Mr Andrews said: "Whilst much loved, the Patti Pavilion had definitely seen better days.Mr Andrews said: "Whilst much loved, the Patti Pavilion had definitely seen better days.
"When the refurbishment is complete, Swansea will be able to boast a unique multi purpose leisure and cultural facility suitable for the demands of the 21st Century and it will once again be a facility that the people of Swansea can be proud of."When the refurbishment is complete, Swansea will be able to boast a unique multi purpose leisure and cultural facility suitable for the demands of the 21st Century and it will once again be a facility that the people of Swansea can be proud of.
Culture Minister Alun Pugh said: "The Patti Pavilion has a special place in Wales' heritage and I'm pleased that this building of special architectural and historic interest is being restored to its former glory."Culture Minister Alun Pugh said: "The Patti Pavilion has a special place in Wales' heritage and I'm pleased that this building of special architectural and historic interest is being restored to its former glory."
The rejuvenation is a key element in Swansea Council's strategy for leisure and tourism.The rejuvenation is a key element in Swansea Council's strategy for leisure and tourism.
Cllr Chris Holley, the council leader, said he was "very excited" by the plans.Cllr Chris Holley, the council leader, said he was "very excited" by the plans.
"When complete, the Patti Pavilion will be a welcome and valuable addition to the Swansea Bay tourism offering and I'm sure will soon establish itself as a leading destination for residents and visitors alike.""When complete, the Patti Pavilion will be a welcome and valuable addition to the Swansea Bay tourism offering and I'm sure will soon establish itself as a leading destination for residents and visitors alike."