Norwich Hay Hill site to reopen soon by contractor Tarmac

Since it started in April 2023 city folk have been waiting for the Hay Hill project to be completed while metal fences continue to surround the site.

However the end could now be in sight after contractors, Tarmac, confirmed the area will be reopening "within the next couple of weeks".

The project was meant to be finished by the end of spring (Image: Newsquest)

A spokeswoman for Tarmac said: "The work is now very near completion and as a result there is a reduced presence at the site. 

"Necessary testing will be carried out, including electrics and the commissioning of the fountains, before reopening the site within the next couple of weeks.

"Everyone involved in the Norwich Hay Hill project has been working to complete the finishing touches, on what is a fantastic project.

"We look forward to giving an important part of the city centre back to the public as soon as practicable."

Work started on the project in April 2023 (Image: Newsquest)

Folk around the city were wanting to know when the work would finish after it was originally meant to be completed by the end of spring.

However a series of delays means the project has overrun by months.

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The most recent was a contractual dispute between City Hall and Tarmac over some of the work done, with the county council involved to try and resolve the situation.

Tarmac confirmed there would be a reduced presence at the site while necessary checks are carried out (Image: Newsquest)

Earlier this month Norwich City Council said it was "very much looking forward to the re-opening of Hay Hill.

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"We would like to thank our residents and businesses for their patience while work has been progressing."

As part of the revamp the area will include improved seating, better designed steps, plants and a water feature.

The marble brain and other sculptures, which were a homage to Sir Thomas Browne, have been moved to Eaton Park.

The marble brain and other sculptures were moved to Eaton Park (Image: Newsquest)