Town Centre Transformation
Redcar Town Centre Transformation Summary
Redcar High Street is set to receive a facelift thanks to investment from the Redcar Town Deal. Residents and visitors will soon see improvements to the area such as new street furniture, additional landscaping with plants and trees, improved lighting and more.
The appearance of the High Street will be improved, creating uncluttered spaces for events and activities. As part of the design, we will be celebrating Redcar's history and culture by introducing new public art work.
The aim is to help create a vibrant town centre which supports local independent businesses, jobs and encourages further investment. The location of the public realm improvements can be found on the plan in the Photos section of this webpage.
Redcar Town Centre Transformation Summary
Redcar High Street is set to receive a facelift thanks to investment from the Redcar Town Deal. Residents and visitors will soon see improvements to the area such as new street furniture, additional landscaping with plants and trees, improved lighting and more.
The appearance of the High Street will be improved, creating uncluttered spaces for events and activities. As part of the design, we will be celebrating Redcar's history and culture by introducing new public art work.
The aim is to help create a vibrant town centre which supports local independent businesses, jobs and encourages further investment. The location of the public realm improvements can be found on the plan in the Photos section of this webpage.
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REDCAR TOWN DEAL PROGRAMME UPDATE
Share REDCAR TOWN DEAL PROGRAMME UPDATE on Facebook Share REDCAR TOWN DEAL PROGRAMME UPDATE on Twitter Share REDCAR TOWN DEAL PROGRAMME UPDATE on Linkedin Email REDCAR TOWN DEAL PROGRAMME UPDATE linkThe 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:-
Station Road improvements. This will affect the area between the Queen Street junction up to Redcar Central Station. The survey and design work that has gone into Station Road will enable work to start at pace should alternative funding be secured.
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Illumination of the Plimsol Line on High Street. An alternative way of referencing this important association will be explored.
- Seaside Properties. The planned painting of properties along parts of Newcomen Terrace will no longer proceed.
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.” -
Station Road improvements. This will affect the area between the Queen Street junction up to Redcar Central Station. The survey and design work that has gone into Station Road will enable work to start at pace should alternative funding be secured.
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CCTV Drainage Works Commencing 19/11/2023
Share CCTV Drainage Works Commencing 19/11/2023 on Facebook Share CCTV Drainage Works Commencing 19/11/2023 on Twitter Share CCTV Drainage Works Commencing 19/11/2023 on Linkedin Email CCTV Drainage Works Commencing 19/11/2023 linkRedcar & 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 19th 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. -
Esplanade and High Street Construction Works Update: August 2023
Share Esplanade and High Street Construction Works Update: August 2023 on Facebook Share Esplanade and High Street Construction Works Update: August 2023 on Twitter Share Esplanade and High Street Construction Works Update: August 2023 on Linkedin Email Esplanade and High Street Construction Works Update: August 2023 linkAs 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.
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Public invited to drop-in event to see what Redcar High Street could look like after facelift
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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.”
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Planning Permission
Town Centre Transformation has finished this stageFebruary 2023
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Procurement of Contractor
Town Centre Transformation is currently at this stage -
Start on Site- High Street Construction Works
this is an upcoming stage for Town Centre TransformationEstimated: September 2024
Phasing of works to be determined once contractor is appointed.
Further details will be published in due course.
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Completion- High Street Construction Works
this is an upcoming stage for Town Centre TransformationTo be confirmed
Estimated: January 2026
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