Constructing Excellence Essex Club is delighted to invite members and guests to an exclusive site visit of Lexden Gardens, the redevelopment of the former Essex County Hospital, kindly hosted by Kind & Co, contractors appointed to deliver the first phase of the project, bringing 63 new homes to the site.
This landmark project is transforming one of Colchester's most significant historic sites, combining the sensitive restoration of heritage assets with the delivery of much-needed new homes. The development includes the refurbishment and conversion of the Grade II Listed former hospital building into residential apartments, alongside the construction of new homes, retention of historic façades, restoration of key architectural features, and extensive landscaping and infrastructure works.
During the visit, attendees will gain valuable insight into the challenges and opportunities involved in delivering a major residential scheme within a historically significant setting. The tour will explore how the project team has balanced heritage conservation with modern construction techniques and contemporary residential development requirements.
This promises to be an engaging opportunity for construction professionals to learn more about one of Colchester's most notable regeneration projects whilst networking with fellow members from across the local construction industry.
Following the site tour, attendees are invited to continue the discussion over networking drinks at The Hospital Arms, kindly sponsored by Kind & Co. This will provide a relaxed opportunity to meet fellow professionals, discuss the project, and strengthen connections within the Constructing Excellence Essex community.
Important Information
As places are limited, please only book if you can firmly commit to attending this event. If your circumstances change, please let us know as soon as possible so that your place can be offered to someone on the waiting list. Please contact Stuart Wilks at stuart@limeslade.com or Max Chapman at max.chapman@ingletonwood.co.uk.
Please note: As this is an active construction site, appropriate PPE will be required. Further details regarding site access and safety requirements will be provided to registered attendees before the event.
We would like to thank Kind & Co for hosting this site visit and sponsoring the post-event networking drinks.
