Summary:
- Bowmer + Kirkland has been appointed main contractor for the £274 million Castle Leazes student accommodation redevelopment in Newcastle, replacing a 1,250-bed 1960s complex with 2,009 modern, sustainable rooms for Unite Students and Newcastle University.
- The project received Gateway 2 approval from the Building Safety Regulator and is designed by Norr Architectural to enhance community and wellbeing through shared spaces across two- to nine-storey blocks; demolition began in June 2024 with phased completion planned for the 2028/29 and 2029/30 academic years.
- Bowmer + Kirkland has delivered £9.6 million in social value during early works through local employment and training, building on its extensive experience with Unite Students and Newcastle University, including award-winning projects in the region.
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