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Madeira Terrace is a well-known and much-loved Brighton and Hove Landmark. At 865m long in total it is one of the longest cast-iron structures in the world and an admired piece of
Victorian architecture, integral to the Eastern Seafront. It is also a significant Grade 2* listed structure within the rich heritage context of the wider coastal city. Phase 1 of the Madeira
Terrace Restoration project encompasses 40nr arches sitting between the Royal Crescent steps and the Shelter Hall / Concord 2.
The cast iron structure forms a backbone describing the historic development of the seafront. Addressing the sea and the beach firmly braced against the rising East Cliff wall rising behind. It is a 'backdrop': designed and intended to be used and inhabited by the residents of the city for all manner of events and social occasions; for quiet enjoyment, outdoor exercise and for viewing.
The structure is now deemed unsafe and public access has not been possible for a number of years, due its condition.
The Phase 1 project includes the following elements of works:
⢠Conservation and repair of the historic cast iron structure.
⢠Conservation and management of the historic Japanese Spindle green wall [dating from
1872], and other planting associated with the Green Wall.
⢠Repairs to the facing of the east cliff-wall (a designated highways structure) to ensure public safety; and re-presentation of its surface to visually unify and present a more attractive backdrop to the restored structure.
⢠Public realm landscaping to both the terrace deck above and the promenade walkway below, including new hard surfacing, soft landscaping and street furniture.
⢠Local improvement to Madeira Drive, via new pedestrian crossing points.
⢠New lighting and servicing infrastructure
⢠Repairs and upgrades to the existing lift mechanism within the Shelter Hall / Concorde 2 building, to allow its continued historic function as the original means of step-free access to the terrace.
⢠A new external public lift
| Supplier | Identifier | Award Value | Cross-References |
|---|---|---|---|
| J.T.MACKLEY & CO.LIMITED | 00258810 | £11,000,000 | - |
Government spending data: This supplier has received £15,244,641 in 95 payments (over £25k) from DEFRA, Forestry Commission (2019-11-12 to 2026-01-22). View full payment history →