Second phase of £10.5m Notts town centre redevelopment begins

The second phase of the £10.5m regeneration of Cotgrave town centre has started.

The works, due to complete in summer 2019, include the demolition of the former library, police buildings and health centre as well as the construction of a new public realm, car park and surrounding landscaping

The scheme forms part of Rushcliffe Borough Council’s £10.5m regeneration project in Cotgrave and follows a new multi-service centre on Scotland Bank – incorporating the medical centre, police station and library – a new business centre and new shop fronts.

Nottingham-based Thomas Bow City Asphalt is working on the second phase.

John Allen, major projects director at Thomas Bow, said: “We’re delighted to start on site in Cotgrave as the demolition of the old buildings along with improved landscaping is a huge step forward for the regeneration plans.

“Our experienced teams have worked on similar public realm projects such as the Lincoln Transport Hub alongside local projects such as the Rushcliffe Arena and bring a lot of experience in operating in busy public environments. We therefore hope to minimise the impact of our works on the local area. The regeneration will help transform the town centre and we’re pleased to play a part in the works.”

The central square – designed by local practice Allan Joyce Architects – has been created with the idea of hosting markets and events in the future. The space will include new car parking areas, high quality paving, seating areas, lighting and landscaping.