McGrath Associates were instructed by the YHA to Project Manage the installation of a new gas and water main  at Edale Youth Hostel in the beautiful Peak District.

The route of the existing water main was across adjoining agricultural land and followed a complicated route through surrounding woodland.  Agreement had to be made with the adjoining land owner and Local Water Authority prior to works commencing.   The new gas main was also laid at the same time and detailed programmes were drafted to keep disruption to a minimum.  The project was completed to programme with no disruption to either the hostel or adjoining owner.

McGrath Associates were thrilled to be involved with a project at this fantastic building in the Lake District.  YHA Wastwater is a stunning half-timbered National Trust-owned house dating from 1829 and still retains many original features.  The grounds of this Youth Hostel extend to the shores of Lake Wastwater, England’s deepest lake.

The works involved sensitive repair works as part of ongoing maintenance to the fabric of the building.  All works were undertaken using traditional materials and techniques with McGrath Associates managing and specifying the works with ongoing approval of the hostel owner, The National Trust.

On the strength of the success of the works McGrath Associates have been appointed on the next phase of the works planned for this financial year.

The YHA commissioned McGrath Associates to Project Manage the installation of a replacement fuel heating tank at the Pen-Y-Pass Youth Hostel following the success of previous projects. The project included drafting and agreeing the best solution to meet client requirements with regard to fuel storage.  Detailed reviews were undertaken in conjunction with suppliers, installers and the client to ensure the best solution was chosen.

Management of the tank installation team, programming the switch from existing to temporary fuel tanks, management of Health & Safety during the works and final switch from temporary tank to new tank. The project had to be programmed as prior bookings meant the hostel was occupied for part of the works. The project was completed on programme and budget with no disruption to the hostel.

McGrath Associates are pleased to confirm our appointment on this residential extension scheme in Knowsley.  The property is a former workers cottage and is Grade II Listed.  The current owners needed guidance and advice on extending the property and appointed McGrath Associates to design the extension and apply for Planning and Listed Building Consent.  Initial sketch proposals have been produced and agreed with the client and have also received positive feedback from the Conservation Team at Knowsley Council.  The formal application will be submitted in late March once all details are finalised.

McGrath Associates are acting as CDM Co-ordinators for the North West Reserve Forces and Cadets Association for a new build Cadet Facility in Blackburn.

The project is currently on site and is due for completion in April 2010.