Eston Precinct

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In recent years, Eston has faced many challenges. Empty shops on Eston’s High Street, for instance, have increased while the existing Eston Precinct is a dated retail environment.

The proposed redevelopment therefore aims to provide high-quality retail and leisure facilities and will enhance the surrounding area with new paving, trees and benches. These developments will help to attract new retailers and provide a better and more vibrant environment for residents to shop.

The vision of Greater Eston Levelling Up is for the precinct to become a retail hub at the heart of Eston, benefiting residents and the local economy for years to come. It will provide much-needed local services, as well as ensuring that Eston is a pleasant place to visit.

The existing precinct is set to be demolished within the Summer period of 2025.

The Council will then be building a phase 1 of seven new retail units (14,600sqft) to lease, along with the creation of a new outdoor precinct area with new paving, benches, lights, and power points for events and markets. The principal contractor for the demolition and newbuild is Esh Construction.

Note that £9M of the funding is provided by Levelling Up Funding, and £2M is provided by the Indigenous Growth Fund, as part of Tees Valley Combined Authority. This provides a total fund of £11M.

NOTIFICATION OF PUBLIC VOTE ON NAME OF THE NEW DEVELOPMENT (MAY 2025):

The votes were cast as the following:

Eston Precinct – 318 votes (winner)

Eston Arches – 177 votes

Heritage Row – 102 votes

The Sidings – 66 votes



Milestone reached as next construction phase is set to begin at Eston Precinct

DECEMBER 2025

Esh Construction continues delivery of the Eston Precinct regeneration on behalf of Redcar & Cleveland Borough Council.

The major redevelopment of Eston Precinct has taken a step forward with the next phase of work set to begin.

North of England contractor, Esh Construction, is working in partnership with Redcar & Cleveland Borough Council to transform the retail facility and enhance the overall appearance of Eston as a vibrant and welcoming destination.

Demolition of the existing precinct is now complete, paving the way for seven new retail units and an outdoor leisure space. The new precinct will provide 14,600 square feet of high-quality retail space for residents and visitors.

The initial phase of the project saw 18 retail units and six flats located above the units safely brought down, harnessing remote demolition technology. Asbestos was also removed – including notifiable materials – to ensure the safety of the site. The foundations are scheduled for removal as the new construction phase advances. In total, the demolition phase processed 4,454 tonnes of type 1 and 230 tonnes of recycled 6F2 materials into a recycled product.

Grant Watson, Construction Manager at Esh Construction, said: “We are proud to bring our expertise to the Eston Precinct redevelopment and to be moving onto the next stage in the project.

“Working collaboratively with our client, we are looking forward to seeing the positive impact that this scheme will have in Eston and we remain committed to bringing forward initiatives to maximise social and economic benefits throughout.”

With the site now cleared, bulk earthworks and engineering fill will be carried out to enable foundations for the new building to be installed. Next year, passersby will see steel frames being installed as the new precinct begins to take shape.

Planned improvements to the surrounding external areas include new paving, trees, benches, and upgraded lighting and power infrastructure – supporting events and markets and establishing Eston Precinct as a thriving community destination.

Cllr Lynn Pallister, Cabinet Member for Growth and Enterprise at Redcar & Cleveland Borough Council, said: “This next phase marks an exciting milestone, and it’s fantastic to see such progress taking shape. Residents will soon notice significant improvements to the area, including the steel framework for seven new retail units and a beautifully landscaped outdoor space.

"The new precinct will offer high-quality retail opportunities for both residents and visitors, creating an inviting place to shop and spend time. I want to thank everyone for their patience and am delighted to see these plans becoming a reality. With demolition now complete and preparations underway to ready the site and resources, you can expect to see a lot of activity starting on site in January.”

The project is being funded by the UK Government and Tees Valley Combined Authority. Phase one is expected to be completed by autumn 2026.

Esh is working alongside Identity Consult, Space and Fairhurst to deliver the scheme.







In recent years, Eston has faced many challenges. Empty shops on Eston’s High Street, for instance, have increased while the existing Eston Precinct is a dated retail environment.

The proposed redevelopment therefore aims to provide high-quality retail and leisure facilities and will enhance the surrounding area with new paving, trees and benches. These developments will help to attract new retailers and provide a better and more vibrant environment for residents to shop.

The vision of Greater Eston Levelling Up is for the precinct to become a retail hub at the heart of Eston, benefiting residents and the local economy for years to come. It will provide much-needed local services, as well as ensuring that Eston is a pleasant place to visit.

The existing precinct is set to be demolished within the Summer period of 2025.

The Council will then be building a phase 1 of seven new retail units (14,600sqft) to lease, along with the creation of a new outdoor precinct area with new paving, benches, lights, and power points for events and markets. The principal contractor for the demolition and newbuild is Esh Construction.

Note that £9M of the funding is provided by Levelling Up Funding, and £2M is provided by the Indigenous Growth Fund, as part of Tees Valley Combined Authority. This provides a total fund of £11M.

NOTIFICATION OF PUBLIC VOTE ON NAME OF THE NEW DEVELOPMENT (MAY 2025):

The votes were cast as the following:

Eston Precinct – 318 votes (winner)

Eston Arches – 177 votes

Heritage Row – 102 votes

The Sidings – 66 votes



Milestone reached as next construction phase is set to begin at Eston Precinct

DECEMBER 2025

Esh Construction continues delivery of the Eston Precinct regeneration on behalf of Redcar & Cleveland Borough Council.

The major redevelopment of Eston Precinct has taken a step forward with the next phase of work set to begin.

North of England contractor, Esh Construction, is working in partnership with Redcar & Cleveland Borough Council to transform the retail facility and enhance the overall appearance of Eston as a vibrant and welcoming destination.

Demolition of the existing precinct is now complete, paving the way for seven new retail units and an outdoor leisure space. The new precinct will provide 14,600 square feet of high-quality retail space for residents and visitors.

The initial phase of the project saw 18 retail units and six flats located above the units safely brought down, harnessing remote demolition technology. Asbestos was also removed – including notifiable materials – to ensure the safety of the site. The foundations are scheduled for removal as the new construction phase advances. In total, the demolition phase processed 4,454 tonnes of type 1 and 230 tonnes of recycled 6F2 materials into a recycled product.

Grant Watson, Construction Manager at Esh Construction, said: “We are proud to bring our expertise to the Eston Precinct redevelopment and to be moving onto the next stage in the project.

“Working collaboratively with our client, we are looking forward to seeing the positive impact that this scheme will have in Eston and we remain committed to bringing forward initiatives to maximise social and economic benefits throughout.”

With the site now cleared, bulk earthworks and engineering fill will be carried out to enable foundations for the new building to be installed. Next year, passersby will see steel frames being installed as the new precinct begins to take shape.

Planned improvements to the surrounding external areas include new paving, trees, benches, and upgraded lighting and power infrastructure – supporting events and markets and establishing Eston Precinct as a thriving community destination.

Cllr Lynn Pallister, Cabinet Member for Growth and Enterprise at Redcar & Cleveland Borough Council, said: “This next phase marks an exciting milestone, and it’s fantastic to see such progress taking shape. Residents will soon notice significant improvements to the area, including the steel framework for seven new retail units and a beautifully landscaped outdoor space.

"The new precinct will offer high-quality retail opportunities for both residents and visitors, creating an inviting place to shop and spend time. I want to thank everyone for their patience and am delighted to see these plans becoming a reality. With demolition now complete and preparations underway to ready the site and resources, you can expect to see a lot of activity starting on site in January.”

The project is being funded by the UK Government and Tees Valley Combined Authority. Phase one is expected to be completed by autumn 2026.

Esh is working alongside Identity Consult, Space and Fairhurst to deliver the scheme.







  • Eston Precinct Survey - September 2024

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    Eston Precinct will soon be transformed and we want your views!

    We’d like to invite Greater Eston residents to a public consultation event where you will be able to meet with representatives of the Council, ask any questions, and provide feedback on the plans.

    Your comments and suggestions are important to us, particularly if there are local issues or ideas that you would like to be considered before we finalise the proposal and submit the planning application.

    The consultation event is being held at Christ Church, 75B High Street, Eston, TS6 9EH on Thursday 19 September. You will be able to drop-in between 3pm and 8pm.

    A questionnaire will be available for you to complete at the event, or if you prefer, you can submit your comments online via the survey from 16th September 2024.

    The regeneration of the area will be delivered by the Council and funded by the Government and Tees Valley Combined Authority.

    For more information on the project, and to take a survey, please visit: https://redcarcleveland.uk.engagementhq.com/ep24/.

Page last updated: 03 Dec 2025, 11:04 AM