Visitors to Underfall Yard can now view artist’s impressions of what the yard could look like once work to restore the Big Shed and its two neighbouring workshops is complete. Click the images above to view them in full.
The new designs aim to preserve the historical fabric of the buildings, whilst bringing them up to modern standards, returning the site to a fully functioning working boatyard as soon as is practical.
The images form part of a detailed planning application to Bristol City Council to restore the building and workshop facilities. Plans include the addition of doors to the Big Shed and roof repairs across the damaged portion of the site. Scheduled Monument Consent will be required for all repair works and the Trust continues to regularly update Historic England on the progress of the Recovery and Reinstatement Project.
Designed by Alec French Architects, it is intended that all materials used in the repair and rebuild will be appropriate to the historic context and in-keeping with those that exist throughout the yard.
Sarah Murray, Director at Underfall Yard, said: “This is an important next step in our journey to recovery and we are pleased to share our plans for a restored Underfall Yard as we progress through the planning process.
“It is important for us to respect the site’s heritage and keep the true spirit of Underfall Yard alive, but at the same time bring it into the 21st century to create an historic yard for a modern, thriving industry. We look forward to being here for many years to come.”
The designs are now on display at the Underfall Yard Visitor Centre and Cafe, which is free to enter. You will find them near the Cafe, along the ramp leading to the Pump Room.
The Underfall Yard Trust is raising money as part of the Recovery and Reinstatement project. You can donate on their JustGiving page, get in touch on recovery@underfallyard.co.uk, or support by visiting the café, where proceeds are directed back into the charity.