Redcar Town Centre Transformation

Great progress continues on Redcar High Street! Here’s what’s coming up in the next few weeks:

✅ The relaying of paving in front of Clinton Cards is on track to finish by the end of January, and the topcoat of the tarmac in front of Sports Direct is due to start this month, depending upon the weather.

🌳 Installation of new planters and trees will begin in January.

🗑️Larger bins will also be installed in early February.

✨ A full clean of all paving is scheduled for early March, giving the High Street its finishing touch.

Cllr Lynn Pallister MBE, Cabinet Member for Growth and Enterprise at the Council, said: “We want to thank everyone for their patience and support as improvements continue on the High Street, particularly our local businesses. We’re pleased to share that the contractor is currently ahead of schedule.”

These improvements are funded by the Redcar Town Deal.

Please remember that the High Street is not fully finished, with some temporary surfaces and minor defects that will be put right over the coming weeks.

We are aware that the King Edward VII Memorial Clock has stopped, and we apologise for any inconvenience this may cause. Repairs have been arranged and will take place in early January 2026.

The King Edward VII Memorial Clock on Redcar High Street looks lovely all lit up.

Thanks to Redcar Town Deal funding, six new LED uplighters have replaced the old, damaged ones that have been out of operation for some time.

Cllr Lynn Pallister, Cabinet Member for Growth and Enterprise at the Council said, “The restored lighting not only celebrates our town’s history but gives a lovely focal point when the sun goes down. It looks beautiful.”

Work on the High Street will pause over Christmas from 19th December and the contractor will return to site to complete outstanding works and defect rectification on Monday 5th January 2026. During this period, should there be an emergency related to the works or the High Street in general, please call the Council's main number (01642 774774), the operators will ensure any issues are escalated to the relevant operatives and dealt with.

We’ve received reports of orange markings on some of the armrests of the new benches along Redcar High Street.

Following discussions with the manufacturer, we understand these markings are just on the surface and are likely due to the nearby works.

The armrests were made from a Grade 316 stainless steel, chosen for its durability and suitability for coastal conditions. The marks can be easily wiped off.

We will continue to monitor the issue, and if it persists, the contractor will resolve it at no risk or cost to the Council under the guarantee.

The works to Redcar High Street are nearing completion. In the run up to Christmas, the vast majority, if not all of the new paving blocks will have been laid provided the weather continues to be reasonably mild for this time of year.

The circular areas of base course tarmac around the Anchor Attraction building site and those at the top of Dundas Street and Bath Street will receive their final coating of sand-coloured tarmac, again provided the weather doesn’t get too cold!

In the New Year, new bins, planters and benches will be installed – and the contractor will undertake final cleaning and snagging works – including relaying some areas which have been identified as needing rectification. There will be a small area of around 10 metres by 5 metres still hoarded off to allow the contractor to complete these final set of works prior to full completion in March.

All in all, even if poor weather holds the contractor back for a few weeks, the works are scheduled for completion far earlier than was originally envisaged.

Once again, thanks for your ongoing patience and understanding.

Check out the latest drone footage of the works to Redcar High Street (and the progress on the Anchor Attraction site too)...

https://youtu.be/vq2Uxu7zrrw

Phase 1 (King Edward VII clock to Regent Walk)

We have now opened the entire area to allow for the full Friday market to continue whilst works on the other half of Redcar High Street are underway.

Whilst Phase 1 is now open, there are still some finishing touches and snags to be completed. Please note, the area at the top of Dundas Street currently has a temporary tarmac base course surface, along with some temporary ramps. The final tarmac finish for this area will be laid in the new year.

Progress is moving well across all phases of the town centre transformation!

• Phase 1 (near King Edward VII clock)
  Paving and street lighting are nearly complete. Cleaning, sealing, and drainage works are ongoing near Clinkards, and preparations for the Christmas tree installation are underway. 🎄
• Phase 2a (toward Bath Street)
  Paving is progressing toward Bath Street. Hoarding will be reduced in stages, and temporary lighting is in place while permanent connections are finalised.
• Phase 2b (toward Blue Clock)
  Utility works are ongoing, paving is underway, and hoarding will be reduced in time for the festive season. Temporary lighting is in place while permanent connections are finalised.
• Blue Clock
  The Blue Clock has been disconnected as part of the installation of new lighting and will be switched back on when the electrical works are completed.
• Benches
  The benches previously located near Miss Lilly’s have been moved nearby onto the High Street (see location plan).

🙏 Thank you for your patience as we continue transforming Redcar Town Centre.

The re-paved areas between the Edward VII clock tower and Dundas Street will be gradually re-opened over the coming days. By the end of the month, all areas between the Edward VII clock tower and Regent Walk will be re-opened.

Next week, works between Bath Street and the blue clock end will start.

Please remember that the areas being re-opened are not fully finished, with some temporary surfaces and minor defects that will be put right over the coming weeks. The paving also requires cleaning and sealing to achieve its final, finished appearance. The release of these areas is primarily to provide space for the continuation of the Friday market.

As always, all businesses will remain open and fully accessible during the works.

Thanks again for your ongoing patience and flexibility during this time. If you have any questions or have any issues you would like to raise, please visit Rediscover Redcar at 12 West Terrace, Redcar TS10 1DS or telephone 01642 444073.