A step forward to recreating Pittville’s past

As part of a conservation management plan that Cheltenham Borough Council and the Friends of Pittville commissioned, the approach to the Pittville Pump Room site sees new stone-work installed to replicate the historic layout.

The two original plinths are being refurbished and local stone is being laid to improve and define the historic path down the central lawn. Features that will be installed on the plinths will be decided on at a later date.

Cllr Iain Dobie, member for waste, recycling and street services, said: “I'm delighted to see this conservation work progress, which will enhance the historic landscape at Pittville Park. The Friends of Pittville have been central to the development of this scheme and they deserve a huge slice of the credit for their tireless work and fundraising.”

Sally Thomas, chair of Friends of Pittville, said: “The Friends of Pittville is dedicated to restoring and maintaining the heritage of Pittville and the Park, and our volunteers have worked hard to get this project up and running.

“We are extremely grateful to the Enovert Community Trust, who have provided a very generous portion of the costs with a grant of £40k. The remaining funds will come from Friends of Pittville and a Jubilee grant for £3k from CBC, and that has enabled us to carry out this historic project, which will celebrate the Coronation of King Charles III.”

To learn more about the study commissioned by Cheltenham Borough Council and the Friends of Pittville visit www.cheltenham.gov.uk/pittville-park-study.

Notes:

Funding for the Steps project has been made available from The Enovert Community Trust, and Friends of Pittville’s own fund raising activities.

The aim of Friends of Pittville is to promote greater community involvement in the enjoyment, protection, future restoration and renewal of Pittville Park and Estate. This includes Pittville Gates, the two Pittville Crescent gardens, and Wellington and Clarence Squares.