Henry Boot Construction has been appointed to deliver Pound’s Park, a new public park in Sheffield, with work set to get underway this month
Pound’s Park is a key feature of Sheffield City Council’s Heart of the City programme and Henry Boot Construction’s third project within the wider scheme.
The Sheffield-based firm has already began work on a major residential development Kangaroo Works, and a second site of the Elshaw House office development and Cambridge Street Collective.
Pound’s Park has been named after Sheffield’s first chief fire Officer, superintendent John Charles Pound
Located on the site of the former fire station between Rockingham Street, Wellington Street and Carver Street, Pound’s Park has been named after Sheffield’s first chief fire officer, superintendent John Charles Pound. The new public park will integrate a network of open spaces that run from Devonshire Green through to the Peace Gardens.
Safety, accessibility, and escapism are at the heart of this project. The park aims to add a distinctive character to Sheffield’s busy urban environment. The green space will prioritise walking, cycling, active play and relaxation. Pound’s Park will bring the Outdoor City ethos right into Sheffield city centre and provide a visually attractive area to host sporting events.
‘The concept of city centres, and how we use them today, continues to change rapidly’
Tony Shaw, managing director for Henry Boot Construction, said:
“We are delighted to be appointed on Pound’s Park and add it to our growing portfolio within the city. Working on a game-changing green space in The Outdoor City feels particularly special to us.
“The concept of city centres, and how we use them today, continues to change rapidly. With more people choosing to live and work in the city centre, we understand the pivotal role that public spaces and green landscaping play in enhancing wellbeing and sustainability.
“As an organisation, we are extremely well placed to help our clients deliver outstanding public realm. Last year we completed the new public square in The Glass Works at Barnsley, which has transformed how residents, workers and visitors use and enjoy the town centre.”
Henry Boot Construction are utilising local supply chains and local employment
Pagabo has procured the contract for Pound’s Park and construction is expected to take around one year to complete.
Henry Boot Construction has made a commitment to Sheffield’s local economy and people; as a result they aim to use a local supply chains wherever possible, site-specific employment and various training initiatives.
In addition to Sheffield, Henry Boot Construction is currently working on several other high-profile projects across Yorkshire, including the Cocoa Works in York.
