SCL Construction were commissioned to carry out a series of major works for this historical rowing club based on the privately owned Eel Pie Island situated in the River Thames at Twickenham. The building itself dates back to 1880 and is largely timber framed.

This phased project involved working on a flood plain with highly restricted access. No vehicles are allowed on the island, therefore all materials and equipment had to be transported via a pathway from the main bridge by hand.

With funding for this project being released at different times and from different sources we had to sensitively schedule the work, taking into account the rowing season and general needs of a busy and highly active club.

Summary of Works:

• Demolition works
• Drainage works
• Construction of lift opening
• Disabled lift installation
• Relocation and replacement of staircase
• First floor extension
• Two storey new build accommodating tank room, gym and visitor facilities
• Rooflights
• Partitioning
• Relocation and replacement of boilers
• Fire alarm system

Special attention had to be given to health and safety due to the proximity of the site and the main delivery point and entrance to the island.

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