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An official opening took place today to thank the supporters, funders and builders who helped to complete the project and bring the shelters back into use. The Grade II listed shelters have been restored by a specialist contractor, DRC.
Councillor Mike Solomon, Executive Member for Communities, Tourism and Leisure at North Somerset Council, said: “This has been a community project made possible thanks to WSM Trust, Civic Society, Axentis Michael Charitable Trust, Howards Motors and The Mead Family, all who, along with North Somerset Council, have helped to fund the works to bring these shelters back to life
“There was a real commitment from all parties to see these cultural assets come back to life. Sadly, due to vandalism the completion has been held back slightly, but I’m delighted to be standing here today looking at these stunning historical treasures of the town offering shelter to the people of Weston once again.”
Other shelters along the promenade, not Victorian, also received some weather damage repairs earlier this year.
John Crockford-Hawley, Heritage and Regeneration Champion, from North Somerset Council, said: “It’s good to see these key landmarks, which have sheltered residents since 1885, brought back to life so sympathetically.
“Focusing on our heritage and cultural assets is a key part to Weston’s Placemaking strategy, helping to improve the visitor experience and making it a nicer place to live and work.”