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Callum Park Riding Centre – ME9

In 2022, Blockade was commissioned to undertake a comprehensive deconstruction and demolition project at Callum Park Riding Centre in Sittingbourne, Kent. The project required a multi-phase approach, beginning with asbestos removal and culminating in preparing the site for future construction.

The first phase involved safely and thoroughly removing asbestos from the site, ensuring all health and safety standards were met. This step was crucial for making the environment safe for subsequent work and compliant with regulations.

After the asbestos removal, the team conducted a full internal strip-out of the riding centre. This involved carefully dismantling the internal structures while maintaining the integrity of the surrounding areas. Once the internal strip-out was completed, Blockade moved on to the deconstruction of the steel-framed barn, which required precise handling due to its size and nature.

Following this, Blockade tackled demolishing the stable block, including removing all existing slabs and footings. The site was prepared for the next development phase by screening and crushing all hard arisings. These materials were processed into recycled aggregates, which were set aside for reuse during construction, contributing to the project’s sustainability.

Blockade's systematic approach to this project, from asbestos removal to material recycling, ensured the site was prepared efficiently and sustainably for future development. The Callum Park Riding Centre project exemplified Blockade's expertise in managing complex demolition tasks while prioritising environmental responsibility and resource reuse.