AT a time when most councils across the county are closing their public toilets due to increasing costs, residents in Seaford can look forward to the opening of a new facility in the town.
Following a lengthy tendering process, the Town Council awarded the contract for the refurbishment of the Martello Toilets.
Harrity Building & Construction has been chosen as the contractor to undertake the Martello Toilets and Café refurbishment to a design which was developed and agreed at the Full Council meeting on 26th January 2023 and approved by Lewes District Council Planners in April 2023.
Work is expected to start on site this month and aims to be completed in Spring 2024.
Cllr Maggie Wearmouth, Chair of Community Services Committee for Seaford Town Council said: “This is very encouraging progress in our longer-term plans to improve services on Seaford seafront. By planning works over the winter months, we hope that improved facilities for residents and visitors will be available by the start of 2024 spring season. Having a Changing Places disabled toilet facility will allow more people with significant disabilities to enjoy our wonderful surroundings with their families and carers. We look forward to a successful partnership with our chosen contractors.”
The current Martello Toilets building were closed at the end of October and temporary toilets have been placed near to the existing Martello Toilets building for public use, the temporary toilets will include accessible facilities. Martello Kiosk will remain open whilst the main refurbishment works are carried out.
Updates and approved designs for the Martello Toilets and Café Refurbishment can be found here – https://www.seafordtowncouncil.gov.uk/…/martellotoilets/
