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Sourcing the right bricks for the workshop walls

In order to sympathetically replace the bricks in the workshop walls, research has been done to source the most appropriate materials. Two of the sample panels are pictured here. Photo ...
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How will the public be affected by works to the workshop wall?

The works to replace the workshop walls – which will begin imminently – are due to take place over several months. There should be minimal disturbance to the public and ...
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Replacing the wall – explaining Option 3

As the most aesthetically pleasing option – and the one most likely to obtain listed building consent – the removal and reconstruction of the whole wall was chosen as the ...
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Fixing the wall – outlining the three options

After many years of research, a considered response was required to select the most suitable solution to fix the damaged wall. This led to three options being put forward: Option 1: ...
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Introducing the damaged wall

Where the Old Bridge runs over land in Strood, a series of arches are built into the brickwork. These arches house a number of Trust workshops and stores, and passers-by ...
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Welcome to the Bridge Engineer’s Blog

This section of the website will focus on all aspects of the Rochester Bridge Trust’s monitoring and maintenance programme, from minor cleaning to major works. Until now, lane closures and ...
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