Pavilion Quarter regeneration project, Aylesbury
About the project
We are regenerating the area around the former Gala Bingo building in Aylesbury town centre.
This will become a cultural and entertainment district called The Pavilion Quarter, named after the former cinema on the site.
It will include small business and start-ups.
It will provide a lively and welcoming community and cultural space with potential to host events, as well as creating new routes around the town centre.
Artist impression drawn illustration of what the Pavilion Quarter could look like from Aylesbury High Street
Aylesbury town centre regeneration
The Pavilion Quarter will link the Exchange development with the High Street, opening up new opportunities to further rejuvenate the High Street.
There will also be an opportunity for entertainment with the creation of a dedicated space with potential to stage music and cultural events.
It will give an overall ‘lift’ to Aylesbury town centre and is a key part of our work to regenerate our major town centres.
About the works
We've appointed the contractor Colemans to carry out the first phase of the works, to demolish the former Gala Bingo site.
We've worked closely with them to minimise the disruption to residents, businesses and visitors.
When the works started
Demolition works started in November 2024 and are progressing well.
Pavilion Quarter hoarding securing the site and promoting the regeneration project.
Location of works
The works are happening in the High Street, Aylesbury, on the site of the former Gala Bingo building. Behind the site is Exchange Street Car Park.
Aerial photo from Google Maps.
Parking restrictions in Exchange Street Car Park
29 spaces will be unavailable in Exchange Street Car Park during the first phase of the works.
This includes all of the EV charging spaces.
252 spaces will still be available and the town centre will also be accessible.
View a map of the affected spaces in Exchange Street Car Park (PDF, 294 KB)
Alternative parking
You may want to consider parking in an alternative location nearby including:
- Upper Hundreds
- Walton Street
Access will be fully maintained throughout the works.
What's next
Planning permission start phase one, which includes a temporary car park and a way to get there, has been approved.
- Spring 2025 - Begin access route and temporary car park work
- Late Summer 2025 - Start public engagement for Phase 2
- Autumn 2025 - Seek cabinet approval for Phase 2
- Winter 2025 - If approved, commence on-site delivery for Phase 2
- Summer to Autumn 2026 - Anticipated launch
Increase of traffic
We anticipate that the number of construction vehicles will increase.
We recommend you to check your journey before travelling.
If you're a small business owner
We're looking for small businesses who want to work in the Pavilion Quarter, in the middle of town.
Email [email protected] for more information.
Keep up to date
We'll update this page with the latest developments.