Redcar Town Centre Transformation
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 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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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.”
Videos
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Click here to play video Redcar High Street Update Catherine Clennett, Chair of the Redcar Town Deal Board, gives an overview of what to expect for Redcar High Street over the next 18 months, as it is transformed into a modern and welcoming space for residents, visitors and businesses.
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Click here to play video Redcar High Street Friday Market Jenny Archer from the Redcar Town Deal Board discusses the Redcar Friday Market.
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FAQs
- If there is an issue whilst the work is on site, who do I contact?
- Will all businesses be open as usual?
- What is happening to the market?
- Will I be able to visit all the shops whilst the works are ongoing?
- Will Dundas and Bath Street still be open?
- Will wheelchair users still be able to access the High Street?
- Will the entire pedestrianised part of the High Street be closed off with hoardings whilst the works are ongoing?
- Will parking or public transport be affected?
- Why doesn't the Council do more to help businesses with rent and rates to support businesses on the High Street?
- Why is Redcar getting investment again, what about the rest of the Borough?
- Why are we doing the works in the summer?
- What will happen as each Phase of works is completed?
- Will emergency vehicles be able to access the High Street?
- Will anything be done to improve shopfronts and empty buildings?
- Why will the work take so long?
- Will the hoardings be fixed into the ground?
- What about Armed Forces Day in June?
- How is the work being funded?
- Have the plans changed since they were first announced?
- Will there be artwork included within the scheme?
- Will new benches be installed?
- How will the new scheme help events?
- Who will be responsible for maintenance?
- Why don't you do anything with the empty shops first?
- What is happening to the existing blocks on the High Street?
- Why are the block paving's rotated in certain places?
Lifecycle
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Planning Permission
Redcar Town Centre Transformation has finished this stageFebruary 2023
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Procurement of Contractor
Redcar Town Centre Transformation has finished this stage -
Appointment of Contractor
Redcar Town Centre Transformation has finished this stageJanuary 2025
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Start on Site- Site Set Up
Redcar Town Centre Transformation has finished this stage22nd - 29th April 2025
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High Street Works Phase 1a
Redcar Town Centre Transformation is currently at this stage29th April - August 2025
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High Street Works Phase 1b
this is an upcoming stage for Redcar Town Centre Transformation29th April - October 2025
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High Street Works Phase 2a
this is an upcoming stage for Redcar Town Centre TransformationOctober 2025 - March 2026
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High Street Works Phase 2b
this is an upcoming stage for Redcar Town Centre TransformationMarch 2026 - August 2026
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Completion- High Street Construction Works
this is an upcoming stage for Redcar Town Centre TransformationSeptember 2026
Important Links
Who's Listening
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Phone 01642 444073 Email rediscover@redcar-cleveland.gov.uk -
Project Management
RTPhone 01642 444073 Email redcartowndeal@redcar-cleveland.gov.uk