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23 May 2019

Working on Live River

The removal of this reinforced concrete structure in a live river (River Arrow) required detailed liaison with local stakeholders and the innovative use of the AquaDam to manage water flows. Silt containment measures proved most effective in mitigating any silt pollution downstream. The project also required close working with the Environment Agency Fisheries team to carry out fish rescue in the works area.

Innovative methods used to manage water flows while removing Abbeydale Weir.

11 April 2019

Enhancing our Rivers

The scope of works on the Higford River Enhancement project included the excavation of a series of fish refuge pools as well as improved fencing and ramped drinking bays to manage livestock, improve the river amenities, water quality and fish populations.

Working with Severn Rivers Trust this project on the River Worfe in Shropshire was designed to enhance the local fish population.

10 March 2019

River Avon Fish Refuge

Greatly improved fish spawning areas were created by the construction of a new fish refuge area in an existing natural depression adjacent to the River Avon. Located near the village of Wasperton, this provided sheltered deep water feeding off the river and a fish friendly habitat for juvenile fish and macro invertebrates. As well as enhanced floodwater storage, woody debris (root plates) were anchored within the fry refuge. Specialist permits ensured these sensitive works considered the adjacent valuable marsh area.

WM Longreach create new Fish Refuge for the Environment Agency

20 February 2019

River Leam Fishing Project

With funding support by the Environment Agency, the construction of a new fishing platform was completed to improve leisure facilities on a stretch of the River Leam adjacent to Victoria Park in Leamington, very popular with anglers.

Improving leisure facitlities on the River Leam with new fishing platform.

09 January 2019

The Return to Highfields Park

Working from a lightweight pontoon new timber fenders were installed for the users of the boating lake at Highfields Park which together with an improved silt trap ensured the preservation of water quality in the newly restored lake. Further work on the moorings for boats also enhanced the leisure facilities of the lake.

With the orignal restoration project kept on budget WM Longreach completed additional improvements on the boating lake.

22 November 2018

Paxton's Bridge Restoration

Working with specialist stone masons WM Longreach have been restoring Paxton’s Bridge at the National Botanic Garden of Wales. The bridge originally built in the 1790s was used as one of the main carriage drives through to Paxton’s Tower, built in Nelson’s honour, which still stands today and where guests could be entertained with stunning views over the Tywi valley. Current works include the parapet reconstruction, re pointing and a new coping.

Restoration of the Grade II listed Paxton's Bridge continues...

20 September 2018

So 'Dam' good...

Work on one of the finest Regency waterparks in Britain and the largest lake restoration project in Wales attracted a visit from the British Dam Society this month. Director Damian McGettrick presented progress on the dam construction followed by a site tour. The dam at Llyn Mawr is the largest of the necklace of seven lakes which form part of William Paxton’s 19th Century historic landscape and is being reconstructed to comply with the Reservoirs Act.

British Dam Society visit Regency Restoration Project in Wales.

09 August 2018

Highfields Park Grand Opening

The public got to enjoy the official opening of Highfields Park this month where magicians, musicians and croquet players entertained the families who flocked to enjoy the historic boating lake with its cleaner water and increased depth. The restoration of the lake and other buildings back to their former glory will allow its use as a great leisure amenity once again.

Restoration works at Highfields Park see the restored boating lake opened to the public this month.

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18 July 2018

Longleat lake signed 'sealed' and delivered

Restoration of the historic Half Mile Lake at Longleat was safely delivered this month. Working with the hippos and sealions, with two trip boats operating in the lake, added to the challenge.

15 June 2018

Regency Restoration - National Botanic Garden of Wales

WM Longreach have been awarded the Restoration Contract for the legendary landscape of one of the finest Regency waterparks in Britain and largest lake restoration project in Wales.

16 May 2018

Taking the lead at Highfields Park

WM Longreach have taken on the role of Principal Contractor allowing the lake restoration works to recommence after the scheme halted earlier this year.

18 April 2018

Completion of Tortworth Lake

The historic lake on the Tortworth Estate has been restored to its former glory.

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