Town Centre Transformation

We would like to inform residents, visitors and businesses that the programme of works for the Town Centre Transformation has been finalised, with works to start on the Town Centre in the new year, so as to remove any unwanted disruption over the Christmas period.

With the first phase of demolition now complete at the M&S and Goodwins site, we have been able undertake additional site investigations on the condition of the surrounding walls, structures and ground conditions. It has been identified that further works are needed, and could not be identified before the demolition of both buildings. Work continues in the background, with additional design work, licenses and Party Wall agreements being required. We aim to complete this work over the next couple of months.

In the interim, Robertson’s workforce has made significant progress at the Redcar Central Station Development which we will be updating you on in the coming weeks.

If you have any questions with regards to the above, or would like to offer your thoughts, please don’t hesitate to reach out via rediscover@redcar-cleveland.gov.uk.

The Redcar Town Deal Board has recently made some key decisions regarding the projects within the Town Deal programme. Following rising costs, predominantly through inflation, it was recognised that there was a budget shortfall.

In order to ensure the delivery and high standards of key aspects of the overall programme the Town Deal Board have had to consider, and choose, which elements of the works can-not proceed, and they are:

While these projects can-not proceed at this time it is hopeful that they can be revisited in due-course. The savings made by removing the projects identified will support the best possible outcomes for the works on the High Street, Esplanade and the new Culture & Leisure Anchor Attraction.

Catherine Clennet, Chair of the Town Deal Board reported:

“It is excellent news that we have now reached the stage where these transformative projects are becoming a reality. The work in the town centre will provide a focal point for people visiting the town centre and will bring prosperity to the High Street and Esplanade.

“Unfortunately, we have not been immune to the steeply rising costs associated with major projects and we have had to take some decisions we would not have wished to. However, the board is hopeful that the projects which cannot now go ahead can be revisited in the future through alternative funding.”

Redcar & Cleveland Borough Council, as part of necessary Town Deal works, will be undertaking a CCTV drainage survey across Redcar High Street, Station Road and the Esplanade. The results of the survey will help inform the Redcar Town Deal public realm improvement scheme. The drainage survey will require a rolling programme of temporary road closures, which may cause some minor disruption to local residents and businesses.

The works are scheduled to begin on Sunday 19^th November and will last for a maximum of 10 days.

Please refer to the following link for further information on road closures: CLICK HERE.

Alternatively, please click the document titled 'Road Closures Map - Redcar, November 2023' under the 'Documents' widget on the right-hand side of the project page.

We apologise for any inconvenience caused.

If you have any questions or require any further information, please email: rediscover@redcar-cleveland.gov.uk or visit our Rediscover Redcar shop on West Terrace, just down from Redcar Clock.

As part of delivering the upcoming Culture and Leisure Anchor Attraction, planned phased works are scheduled to take place on the former M&S and Goodwins sites across Redcar High Street and the Esplanade in mid-August this year. Due to the nature of this work, diversions for pedestrians will be provided for approximately 12 weeks. Nearby businesses have been notified and will be open as usual and fully accessible for customers for the duration. Barriers and hoardings will be erected to limit access during this time; provisions are in place for alternate footpaths where appropriate.

For locations of footpath and vehicle restrictions, please see the images below:

Planned barriers for the Esplanade, commencing mid-August for approximately 12 weeks.

Planned barriers for Redcar High Street, commencing mid-August for approximately 12 weeks.

For any concerns or queries, please get in touch by contacting us at: redcartowndeal@redcar-cleveland.gov.uk.

REDCAR High Street is set to receive a facelift thanks to investment from the Redcar Town Deal.

Residents and tourists will soon see improvements to the area such as new street furniture, more landscaping with plants and trees, improved lighting and more.

The aim is to help create a vibrant town centre which attracts more visitors and residents, supporting local independent businesses, jobs and attracting further investment.

Members of the public including local business owners are being invited to a special drop-in event to see new images of the proposals. The event takes place on Thursday 22 June at Rediscover Redcar on West Terrace between 10am and 7pm. This is the first of a series of consultation and drop-in events which will run from the new Rediscover Redcar office.

The attendees will get first sight of the new CGI images and project plans and will be able to speak directly to architects, designers and contractors directly involved in each featured development.

The project aims to:

• improve the appearance of the high street by creating an uncluttered environment and developing spaces for events and activities;
• improve the appearance of the southern section of the esplanade by resurfacing and widening pavements, introducing seating and lighting. Dundas and Bath Street will accommodate some parking re-located from the Esplanade;
• improve Station Road by improving pavements, road crossing and street furniture.

This is all part of the Redcar Town Deal. Back in 2019, Redcar was awarded £25 million from the Government’s Town Deal programme and a Redcar Town Deal board was established for the fund, led by a group of industry experts, business leaders, and community representatives, who have volunteered to support the regeneration of Redcar. Alongside Redcar & Cleveland Borough Council, they have helped develop large-scale regeneration plans which will make Redcar a more vibrant, sustainable town.

Cllr Lynn Pallister, Cabinet Member for Economic Growth at the Council, said: “We want as many people as possible to come along to this drop-in event to view the proposals. You’ll get first sight of the new CGI images and will be able to speak directly to the project team and designers involved in the process to answer any questions.

“This Town Deal investment will help restore pride in Redcar High Street, upgrading the look for the benefit of residents, visitors and our local business owners.”

REDCAR High Street is set to receive a facelift thanks to investment from the Redcar Town Deal.

Residents and tourists will soon see improvements to the area such as new street furniture, more landscaping with plants and trees, improved lighting and more.

The aim is to help create a vibrant town centre which attracts more visitors and residents, supporting local independent businesses, jobs and attracting further investment.

Members of the public including local business owners are being invited to a special drop-in event to see new images of the proposals. The event takes place on Thursday 22 June at Rediscover Redcar on West Terrace between 10am and 7pm. This is the first of a series of consultation and drop-in events which will run from the new Rediscover Redcar office.

The attendees will get first sight of the new CGI images and project plans and will be able to speak directly to architects, designers and contractors directly involved in each featured development.

The project aims to:

• improve the appearance of the high street by creating an uncluttered environment and developing spaces for events and activities;
• improve the appearance of the southern section of the esplanade by resurfacing and widening pavements, introducing seating and lighting. Dundas and Bath Street will accommodate some parking re-located from the Esplanade;
• improve Station Road by improving pavements, road crossing and street furniture.

This is all part of the Redcar Town Deal. Back in 2019, Redcar was awarded £25 million from the Government’s Town Deal programme and a Redcar Town Deal board was established for the fund, led by a group of industry experts, business leaders, and community representatives, who have volunteered to support the regeneration of Redcar. Alongside Redcar & Cleveland Borough Council, they have helped develop large-scale regeneration plans which will make Redcar a more vibrant, sustainable town.

Cllr Lynn Pallister, Cabinet Member for Economic Growth at the Council, said: “We want as many people as possible to come along to this drop-in event to view the proposals. You’ll get first sight of the new CGI images and will be able to speak directly to the project team and designers involved in the process to answer any questions.

“This Town Deal investment will help restore pride in Redcar High Street, upgrading the look for the benefit of residents, visitors and our local business owners.”