Work begins at River Park Pavilion
Works to build a brand-new pavilion at River Park in Winchester have begun this week. Site setup is now underway, ahead of construction starting in the coming weeks.
Following Winchester City Council’s decision last year to approve a total investment of £2.3M to deliver the project, the pavilion is now being rebuilt for the benefit of communities across the district.
Councillor Kathleen Becker, Cabinet Member for Healthy Communities, said: “It is great to see work begin at this site. The old facility was well used but was no longer fit for purpose. It has been a long road to get here, so seeing the building team on site today is a very welcome sight.
“The new community pavilion is going to welcome so many users. Cricket players, rugby players and our local ParkRunners will benefit from the new pavilion, making this space a hub of activity - in an accessible, contemporary and well-designed building.
“This redevelopment reaffirms this council’s commitment to support our residents to live active and healthier lives, whilst helping remove barriers for women in sport and those living with disabilities. It also offers a new community space in the heart of our beautiful River Park.”
Management & Construction Services (MCS), the council’s building contractor, is fully committed to deliver the project for users of River Park.
Justin Whiteman, Managing Director of MCS, said: “We are delighted to be entrusted to deliver this new pavilion which will serve as a vital asset for the local community. Our team is passionate about creating high-quality spaces that will stand the test of time, and we are proud to be part of a project that will have such a positive impact on people’s health and wellbeing.
“We understand how important River Park is to residents, and we are committed to working closely with the council and local stakeholders to ensure a smooth construction journey.”
This project reflects a total investment of £2.3 million which includes capital funding from the city council, £1.5 million from district Community Infrastructure Levy and contributions from the Town Forum, The Pavilion Project and grant funding from Hampshire County Council.
Stride Treglown, a national practice working from offices on the outskirts of Winchester, are the design architects for the project appointed by Winchester City Council.