Conlon appointed to Winter Gardens project

Preston-based Conlon Construction has been confirmed as the main contractor on the £1.9m scheme to repair the Winter Gardens in Blackpool.

[caption id="attachment_92797" align="f-align-medium-right f-align-center" width="300"] Conlon’s experience includes a previous project on the entrance to the Winter Gardens in 2011[/caption]

Awarded through the public sector procurement vehicle, the North West Construction Hub (NWCH), the contract will see the firm replace the Spanish Hall Roof and restore the Coronation Street façade of the Grade II listed building.

Conlon previously worked  on the entrance to the Winter Gardens in 2011.

Other recent Conlon heritage projects include the Grade I listed Heaton Hall in Manchester and the Grade I listed National Trust property, Gawthorpe Hall, near Burnley. The constructor is also currently on site of the Grade II listed Wythenshawe Hall in Manchester as well as the Grade II listed Preston Markets.

Michael Conlon, chairman at Conlon Construction, said: “We’ve worked hard and invested in the team to build an enviable track record and reputation in the heritage sector over the past decade. "Heritage work can be really challenging but we always take great care in delivering our projects which is also part of our commitment as a member of Considerate Constructors Scheme. We respect our built environment heritage and are dedicated to extending its service life and sustainability for future generations.”