Here is the latest update on the progress of the Trefusis Park Flood Relief Scheme which, started on site earlier this year.
The first thing that contractor Kier have done is secure the site and remove the topsoil from the park, ready for the heavy earthworks to begin later in the year. They have also employed security staff, so someone is on site round the clock.
Kier have also installed a gate to close the boundary of the children’s playpark to prevent dogs from gaining access.
Residents who live nearby have attended a Meet the Team event. There will be several more of these events over the course of the build with residents being given the opportunity to get involved with some of the plans for planting later on in the project.
Meanwhile, following feedback from residents, teams from the Council have cleared the paths in the woods to the north-east of the park, so that whilst the main recreational space is out of action, this canopied area can still be enjoyed.
Work has also started at the Compton Vale end of the park where a new sewer is being laid.
To ensure that everyone is kept safe during these works, but to avoid closing off access from Compton Vale, a temporary path through the community orchard has been established. This work will continue until the end of July.
Over the next few weeks, work on the main seasonal wetland basins will begin.
This will involve filling in the stream that runs down the western side of the park.
The lovely irises that grow here have been carefully removed and replanted in Central Park.
More information on the scheme can be found here: Trefusis Park Flood Relief Scheme | PLYMOUTH.GOV.UK