Hanley Park is one of the largest Victorian public parks in the UK. Designed by renowned landscape architect Thomas H. Mawson, it holds a Grade II* listing in English Heritage's Register of Parks and Gardens of Special Historic Interest.
Working with Stoke City Council we commercially led the restoration of this magnificent, and historically significant, community space which had fallen into disrepair.
Engaged at design phase, our cost planning framed the investment ask of National Lottery Heritage Fund and National Lottery Community Fund. As the project evolved from concept to completion on-site our cost management and cost reporting team robustly managed the capital budget and provided financial governance, ensuring the project remained financially viable. Imperative to the commercial success of this transformative vision.
The Pavilion, now operated as a stylish hospitality venue with terrace (plus two private dining rooms for functions), was the flagship of this restoration scheme. Critical as a future revenue stream for the client it was always envisaged as the vibrant hub of this multi-use community space, with the added social impact of creating hospitality jobs.
Once derelict, restoration included extensive fabric repairs to the pavilion building, landscaping to meticulously re-instate formal terraces in front of the pavilion and the reinstatement of several flights of steps. Additional elements of the project included the comprehensive refurbishment of boathouses and two former bowls pavilions. These building were restored for community use, offering positive social impact, along with two entrance lodges repurposed as offices to provide an additionally important source of revenue for the client.
Hanley Park is once again an important green-space and a welcoming destination for leisure, community events, and heritage appreciation.
The friends of the park have also benefitted from a modernised 1960’s pavilion building that provides this important volunteer community with a welfare and gathering space.
The architectural transformation has enhanced its aesthetic appeal, whilst essential repairs (including resurfacing work to paths) have improved user safety and access.
Only a short distance from the historically significant town-centre the park is now a destination that residents and visitors alike can experience the perfect blend of heritage, nature, and contemporary hospitality and leisure facilities that have been recognised with a national Green Flag Award.
| Procurement Route | Value | Services Provided |
|---|---|---|
| Traditional | £3.5m | Cost Planning, Cost Management, Quantity Surveying |
