We are progressing plans to demolish Alexandra House and Hillsborough House in Weston-super-Mare.
Both buildings are now empty, and demolition works will begin in summer 2026. This page provides the latest information about what is happening, when, and what to expect.
Meet the contractor
We’re holding a drop-in event where you can meet the team carrying out the demolition works and ask any questions you may have.
When: Tuesday 23 June - drop in anytime between 3pm – 7pm
Where: Bournville Community Hub, The Sub Station, St Andrews Parade, BS23 3SS
You’ll be able to speak directly with Weaver Demolition Ltd and find out more about what to expect during the works.
Background
In 2025, following detailed surveys and expert advice, we made the decision to demolish Alexandra House and Hillsborough House.
Both buildings are over 60 years old and would require significant investment to bring them up to modern standards. Even with this investment, they would not provide the quality of homes we want for our customers in the long term.
This was not a decision we took lightly. Since then, we have been working closely with customers to support them to move into new homes. All households have now been successfully rehoused, and both buildings have been empty since March 2026.
Demolition works
We have appointed Weaver Demolition Ltd to carry out the demolition works.
The works will take place in phases and will be carefully managed to ensure safety and reduce disruption as much as possible.
Alexandra House
Start on site: 22 June 2026
Completion: autumn 2026
What will happen
The works will take place in stages:
Site set-up (approx. 1 week)
- Installation of site offices and welfare facilities
- Erection of hoarding and secure fencing
Asbestos removal and stripping out the interior of the building (approx. 4 weeks)
- Safe removal of any asbestos by licensed specialists
- Removal of internal fixtures such as ceilings, doors, wiring and fittings
Main demolition (approx. 8–10 weeks)
- The building will be taken down gradually using specialist machinery
- Work will be carried out from the top down in controlled sections
Ground works and site clearance (approx. 4 weeks)
- Removal of foundations and slabs
- Crushing and recycling of materials where possible
- Final site clearance and installation of permanent hoarding
Hillsborough House
Start on site: mid-August 2026
Completion: anticipated before Christmas 2026
What will happen
The works will follow a similar approach to Alexandra House:
- Site set-up and fencing
- Asbestos removal and preparation
- Gradual demolition of the building
- Site clearance and securing the site
Working hours
Monday to Friday: 7.30am to 6pm
Saturday: 8am to 1pm
No work will take place on Sundays and bank holidays.
No loud machinery or mechanical equipment will be used before 08:30am.
We are also imposing restrictions on HGV movement during school drop off and pick up times from 8:15am to 9:15am, and from 2:30pm to 3:45pm.
What to expect
During the works, you may notice:
- Noise and vibration
- Increased construction traffic
- Temporary changes to pedestrian routes
How we are reducing disruption
Our contractor will work to minimise impact by:
- Using water sprays to control dust
- Managing vehicle movements safely
- Keeping turning within the site where possible
- Putting measures in place to protect pedestrians and cyclists
Local arrangements
To support the demolition works, the car park at the junction of Lonsdale Avenue and Windwhistle Lane has been closed and is being used as the contractor’s site base. This will remain closed until December 2026.
Temporary changes to nearby footpaths will also be in place, with alternative routes clearly signposted.