Demolition starts to make way for Pershore College transformation

DEMOLITION machines began knocking down buildings at Pershore college today (Monday, Oct 6) as they make way for a state of the art 5.8 million redevelopment.

A crowd gathered as the first of the buildings was brought to the ground in what was described as a "fantastic milestone" for the college.

When it is finished the 5.8m scheme will see the college transformed with a new contemporary glass building housing a science and technology centre, collections house, teaching rooms and project spaces and extensive research and development facilities.

The new building, which will replace old and now unused facilities, will also provide a stunning new reception area for the college and a viewing gallery over the collections house below.

The cash injection for the project came from a successful bid for millions of pounds worth of funding from the Skills Funding Agency to undertake the work.

Tamsin Jones, principal at Pershore College, said: "This is a fantastic milestone for us. Seeing the old buildings being knocked down marks the end of an era, but our students and staff are all so excited about the new redevelopment which is going to replace them."

Pershore College is well know in its field offering a range of courses in horticulture, floristry, landscaping, arboriculture, food and drink, conservation, animal welfare and management, veterinary nursing and motor vehicle maintenance. Training includes further and higher education, work-based learning and short courses.

The principal added: "This stunning new building will ensure we remain at the forefront of the horticulture industry and our students will be able to learn using the latest technology, providing them with a competitive advantage when they begin their careers in the industry.

"It was great to welcome our local partners to the demolition today to help us celebrate this milestone as they have been so supportive throughout the process."

The new developments are due to be completed by September next year but current college activities and facilities for students will be unaffected during the works.

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Demolition starts to make way for Pershore College transformation