Work underway on Stockton urban park

Construction of Stockton’s new urban park, which aims to add vibrancy to the town centre, is now underway.Esh Construction is working on behalf of Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council to bring forward the waterfront development, which is located where the former Castlegate Shopping Centre and Swallow Hotel stood before its demolition earlier this year.Esh chief executive Andy Radcliffe said: “This development is set to play an influential and iconic role in the future of Stockton Town Centre, and it is a proud moment for us, as a local contractor, to be delivering the scheme.”Through our approach to constructing local we will maximise the social and economic benefits within the Tees Valley by providing local employment and procurement opportunities, delivering award-winning school engagement initiatives, and supporting the next generation to pursue a career in construction with meaningful work placements.”There is huge transformation happening across Tees Valley and we’re delighted to be part of it.”Councillor Nigel Cooke, cabinet member for regeneration and housing at Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council, added: “This is such an exciting time for Stockton and I’m very pleased we can finally say that work on the build of this fantastic urban park is underway.”Where we are standing is set to be an iconic, nationally recognisable new public space for the Borough’s residents, and visitors and will set the scene for our world-class events programme in the future. There’ll be something for everyone as they head through the different areas of the park.”