Major milestone in Southport Pier restoration

Summary

Principal contractors, AE Yates, has made significant progress restoring the much loved Southport Pier . The latest phase has focused on safely dismantling and clearing key areas ahead of a critical steel replacement programme.

Commissioned by Sefton Council to carry out the £20m project, AE Yates, have been on site since April when work began to restore and reopen the Grade II-listed Victorian structure. The project represents a significant investment in Southport's visitor economy and long-term regeneration.

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