WORKS to transform Millport Town Hall are progressing - despite delays to the project.

The plan to transform the iconic building into a community hub has been hampered by rising costs, labour shortages and flooding following heavy rain.

However, Millport Town Hall Charity chair of trustees Angie McCallum has revealed things are now back on track.

She said: “Our project continues to take shape.

“The mezzanine bedroom in The Loft is almost complete and when the skylight is fitted our guests will have a fantastic view of the stars as they settle down for the night.

“The main living space has been fully boarded out and the under floor heating has been installed.

“The main hall has been boarded out and the new stage arrangement shows what a light and inviting space our hall will be for future events.”

A piece of history from the hall’s past is being preserved and will be put on display when it opens to the public.

Angie explained: “Concrete has been poured in the lower ground floor and all that is left of the past is the big wheel that once provided electricity for the building.

“It will be restored in appropriate Victorian colours and as it will be situated beside the new reception desk as a nod to the building's past."