Ribbleton Residential Block Demolition Project
Following a successful tender, Bradley was awarded the contract to carry out the demolition of five residential blocks in Ribbleton, Preston.
The project was commissioned by Community Gateway, who identified the site for redevelopment due to persistent issues including low occupancy rates, frequent tenant turnover, and ongoing anti-social behaviour. The oversupply of outdated flats in the area, along with the substantial investment required to bring them up to modern living standards, led to the conclusion that demolition was the most viable and cost-effective solution.
Bradley was appointed as Principal Contractor for the scheme and took full responsibility for site management, health and safety compliance, and environmental controls throughout the project lifecycle.
Given the site’s proximity to a local school and surrounding residential areas, the demolition sequence was carefully planned to minimise disruption. Strict dust suppression techniques and noise control measures were implemented to ensure the safety and comfort of nearby residents and schoolchildren.
In alignment with sustainable practices and client requirements, all hardcore material generated from the demolition was crushed and stockpiled on site for potential reuse. A secure, fixed hoarding was installed around the perimeter, and once demolition was complete, the area was topsoiled, seeded and returned to the client ready for the next phase of development.
Scope of Work
- Full soft strip of internal building materials prior to structural demolition
- Demolition of five residential blocks in Ribbleton, Preston
- Principal Contractor role including full site management
- Health & safety and environmental compliance throughout the project
- Careful sequencing of demolition to minimise disruption near a local school and homes
- Implementation of dust suppression and noise control measures
- Crushing and on-site stockpiling of all hardcore material for potential reuse
- Installation of secure perimeter hoarding
- Groundworks to prepare site post-demolition
- Final site preparation including topsoiling and seeding before handover
As part of Bradley’s commitment to community engagement and education, a group of young learners was invited to the site to gain insight into demolition operations and health and safety requirements.
