BOUND SURFACING
TERRAM DELIVERS SUSTAINABLE CAR PARK UPGRADE AT HISTORIC HERITAGE SITE
A major refurbishment of the car parking facilities at a renowned historic estate in Stratford-upon- Avon has been successfully completed using Terram Bodpave™ 40, a high-strength, sustainable surface solution made from 100 % recycled materials.
As part of broader visitor enhancement works carried out in 2022, the Grade-listed Tudor estate, set within 180 acres of landscaped deer park, required a significant upgrade to its previously unsurfaced car parks.
The project aimed to deliver a durable, all-weather parking surface capable of supporting increasing visitor numbers while remaining sensitive to the estate’ s historic character and surrounding environment.
Before the refurbishment, the estate’ s gravel car parks were increasingly unable to cope with the rising visitor traffic and seasonal weather conditions. During wetter months, surface erosion, standing water and reduced parking capacity created both operational inefficiencies and safety concerns, particularly during peak times.
To address these issues, the project team sought a permeable, highperformance surface solution that could stabilise the gravel, resist rutting and lateral movement, and withstand frequent vehicle traffic— all while preserving the natural aesthetic of the parkland setting.
Following consultation with the project engineers, Terram Bodpave™ 40 was selected as the preferred solution. This gravelfilled system offered a range of technical and practical advantages over alternative surfacing options. Bodpave™ 40 offers strong technical and practical advantages over other surfacing options. It features a joint connection strength of 7kN per metre and a compressive
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