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Creation of ‘Construction Isle of Man’ industry body

The Construction Federation, the Construction Forum, and the Chamber of Commerce Construction Sector will be launching a new industry representative body, ‘Construction Isle of Man’, in 2020 with the support of Business Isle of Man. This public-private partnership will be jointly funded by Government and Industry for its first three years of operation, and will…

Rosemount Apartment Conversion Exceeding New Build Standards!

Hush Acoustics were called to Douglas, the capital of the Isle of Man and home to a beautiful mid terraced property recently converted into 4 spacious apartments over 4 floors. The apartments are situated very close to the road and after spending time inside, some road traffic as well as public background noise could be…

Scaffolding works on Queens Pier, Ramsey

The Ramsey landmark has been closed for years and is currently undergoing restoration by a band of dedicated volunteers. With corroded iron and rotting timberwork the pier is currently far too dangerous for access by members of the public. New steel girders have been installed to replace corroded ironwork on the pier’s first bay. Now…

The George reopens

Four month refurbishment complete A pub in the Island’s historic capital has reopened, following extensive refurbishment. The 19th Century George Hotel in Castletown has been closed since the start of the year, in order for work to be carried out. The property is now known simply as “The George”. It’s had an indoor facelift with modernisation…

Refurbishment for The George in Castletown

Pub closed for refurbishment. One of Castletown’s busiest pubs closed this week for refurbishmet. The George Hotel will re-open in the spring after the building is upgraded and modernised. Registered as an historic building dating back to 1833, The George is currently the largest hotel within the Heron and Brearley group, with 11 bedrooms, including…

Homes plan for Switzerland Road site

A Braddan building firm has applied for permission in principle to build homes behind a busy Douglas pub. Kinrade Construction says it wants to build on a plot of empty land behind the Queens Hotel on Queens Promenade. The company’s applied to change the use of the land to allow it to build split-level homes.…

New Roofs in Onchan

Following a competitive tender process Onchan District Commissioners have engaged Kinrade Construction Ltd. to undertake remedial works to the roofs of 62 No. bungalows in Ballachrink Drive, Hackett Close, Meadow Close and the two bungalows in Nursery Avenue. The works will include the following: • Replacing roof tiles, battens and underlay. • Asbestos board removal…

Road works details in Douglas lane

Unnamed Lane Running Parallel to No’s 21 and 22 Alexander Drive Date From: 19 Oct 2015 Date To: 6 Nov 2015 Area: Douglas Road(s): Unnamed Lane Running Parallel to No’s 21 and 22 Alexander Drive Organisation: Kinrade Construction Event/Reason: Construction Works Contact Number: 852360 Additional Details: Entire length closed to vehicles from 6.00am on 19…

Motor museum opens its doors

The new Isle of Man Motor Museum at Jurby officially opened its doors to the public at the weekend, little more than eight months after building work started last autumn. The island’s Lieutenant Governor Adam Wood performed the official duties cutting the ribbon on Friday before assembled guests. Mr Wood said he was delighted and…

Clay pigeon shoot raises £2,200 for Hospice

Pictured is Mary Doyle, PR and Marketing Manager for Hospice with Peter Kelly. Peter has organised five annual clay pigeon charity shoots for the local charity raising an amazing £10,839 for Hospice Isle of Man over the years. This year’s event raised £2,200 with a great event being held last July at Meary Veg, Santon…

Willaston Manor Lodge – Window redecoration

Minutes of the Meeting of the Council of Borough of Douglas 17th July, 2013 The Committee considered a report on the proposed refurbishment and redecoration of the windows at Willaston Manor Lodge which was let as a commercial property. Provision of £10,000 had been made in the current estimates but tenders had been sought and…

Douglas Regeneration Scheme Underway

A £1.2 million town centre regeneration scheme by Douglas Borough Council is scheduled to start in the autumn. Two properties in Orry Street and two in Allan Street will be extensively refurbished, with three other homes demolished and replaced. It’s the latest stage in the scheduled maintenance programme for properties owned by the council in…