Dwr Cymru Welsh Water has gone out to tender with a multi-million contract for the design and construction of a visitor activity centre at Llanishen and Lisvane reservoirs in Cardiff.
Photo courtesy Matt Lewis: Llanishen Reservoir (semi-drained) - north view
Early this year the water company unveiled its plans for watersports, outdoor activities and a brand-new visitor hub at the Cardiff reservoir site. Other activities include education provision, meeting facilities, protection and enhancement of ecology.
The plans – published as part of the pre-planning application they are submitting to Cardiff Council – follows three years of input and engagement with local residents and the Reservoir Action Group, Natural Resources Wales and local stakeholders as the company worked towards restoring the reservoirs.
The utility first announced plans for the new facilities at Lisvane and Llanishen reservoirs in the north of Cardiff which it took over responsibility for in 2016.
The planned facility forms part of Welsh Water’s plans to promote and expand access to its reservoir site, and realises its commitment to restore the Victorian-era reservoirs to their former glory.
Over the past three years the company has also been working to restore the structures of the reservoirs to ensure safety and also repairing and restoring much of the equipment needed to operate the reservoirs.
The new visitor centre hub, parking area and access route are subject to planning permission – Welsh Water submitted its application for full planning permission to Cardiff Council on 23rd October 2020, accompanied by 77 supporting documents.
Time limit for receipt of tenders or requests to participate is 13th December 2020 - click here to access the tender documentation.
Click here to access the planning application on Cardiff Council website
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