Oxford City Council is pleased to announce a significant step forward in the restoration of one of the city’s most iconic landmarks.
The historic Town Hall is set to undergo essential cleaning and stone repair works to preserve and enhance its impressive façade.
Following detailed planning and behind-the-scenes progress, the Council has now appointed PAYE Stonework & Restoration Ltd as the principal contractor to carry out the work. Recognised for their expertise in heritage restoration and holding a Royal Warrant, PAYE brings a wealth of experience from high-profile conservation projects across the UK. Work on site is due to begin later this year.
The restoration, guided by heritage specialists Jessop and Cook Architects, will focus on cleaning the stonework—an essential first step that will enable thorough assessment and repair of structural and surface condition issues. The project is scheduled for completion by spring 2026.
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"Oxford Town Hall is a landmark building, a valued community space and a source of great pride. This restoration project will help ensure that its historical and architectural legacy is safeguarded for future generations and will maintain it at the heart of our community."
Councillor Ed Turner, Deputy Leader and Cabinet Member for Finance and Asset Management
The historic Town Hall is set to undergo essential cleaning and stone repair works to preserve and enhance its impressive façade.
Following detailed planning and behind-the-scenes progress, the Council has now appointed PAYE Stonework & Restoration Ltd as the principal contractor to carry out the work. Recognised for their expertise in heritage restoration and holding a Royal Warrant, PAYE brings a wealth of experience from high-profile conservation projects across the UK. Work on site is due to begin later this year.
The restoration, guided by heritage specialists Jessop and Cook Architects, will focus on cleaning the stonework—an essential first step that will enable thorough assessment and repair of structural and surface condition issues. The project is scheduled for completion by spring 2026.
The Town Hall serves a wide range of functions: it is home to Oxford City Council’s municipal offices, houses the Museum of Oxford, and hosts concerts, weddings, and civic events throughout the year, bringing a substantial income stream to support frontline services. Its neo-Jacobean architecture and storied past, dating back to its opening by the then Prince of Wales, make it a cherished fixture in the city's urban fabric.
This restoration will not only improve the building’s appearance but will also extend its lifespan, ensuring it remains a cornerstone of Oxford’s heritage and civic life and that income from hiring out its rooms can continue to support frontline services.
For more information about the project and the history of Oxford Town Hall, visit: www.oxfordtownhall.co.uk
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