Demolition has started at Poplar Baths
Protection of in-situ English Heritage items/zones is in progress. Items are wrapped, labelled and stored in a secure facility near to the site.
Work has begun in earnest at Polar Baths leisure centre with the demolition of the garages and substation on Lawless Street. We’ve already competed the demolition of the enclosed ball court/play area and the formation level excavation is progressing as per the target. Read more
Dame Colet and Haileybury news
Demolition has taken place at Dame Colet
Due to the heavy bombing during both the 1st and 2nd world wars, an unexploded bomb ordinance survey was required before any digging can begin to ensure that no bombs remain hidden in the earth. Find out more on our Poplar Baths website