Client: Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council The redevelopment of College Street is a key part of Rotherham’s Town Centre Masterplan, aimed at revitalising the public realm to support the town's regeneration. The works include the introduction of 11 new short-stay parking bays, along with new paving, street lighting, and modern street furniture. These enhancements aim to create an inviting and attractive space for visitors and businesses, following on from similar improvements made to Bridgegate. This project aligns with the Council's broader efforts to modernise and revitalise Rotherham’s town centre. Services we provided Civil & Infrastructure Engineering Ecology & Heritage Geotechnical & Ground Engineering Ground Investigation & Land Quality Structural Engineering Transport Planning & Traffic Engineering Our Role BWB provided civil engineering design services for the College Street scheme, including pavements, drainage systems, lighting, and signage. Our team conducted comprehensive road safety audits and accessibility audits to ensure the design met the needs of all users, including partially sighted individuals and those with limited mobility. Site investigations During initial site investigations, a large concrete slab was discovered beneath the street’s existing paving, limiting the scope for extensive levelling. The discovery of a large concrete slab under the existing paving posed a significant constraint, limiting the ability to make substantial level changes to the street design. Parking arrangements Our team developed design options for parking arrangements and kerbing, ensuring sufficient demarcation between trafficked and pedestrian areas through the use of bollards, kerbs, and contrasting paving materials. The project has supported local businesses by increasing footfall and providing additional on-street parking, thereby boosting the town centre’s economic activity. Preserving nature Additionally, we performed a tree retention study for the existing trees in All Saints Square, working closely with the architect to create a design that preserved these natural features while integrating new planters and seating areas to enhance the space.