Hellens Contracts provides a complete design and build service for the creation and refurbishment of public parks and open space.

Employees are experienced in working on ecologically or historically sensitive sites and in the procurement, handling and use of specialist and high specification materials required in restoration and refurbishment projects.

In particular the Company has recently undertaken a series of Heritage lottery funded regeneration projects.

Typical works include the following:

Site clearance and earthworks for landform modification

Lake and ornamental water features

Creation of natural wetlands

Waterside structures e.g. groynes, bridges, boardwalks

Lighting systems · Street furniture

Protective and ornamental railings and gateways

Paving and steps · Tree and shrub planting, grass seeding

Formal planting of mature trees and shrubs

Access roads, footpaths, cycleways, and car park construction

Design and construction of specialist gardens

Children's play areas

Creation of sports fields and courts