Thames Eyot, Cross Deep, Twickenham
Structural Renovations Limited mobilised at the above location in early September, erecting a system-built scaffold against the 19th Century retaining wall, within the river Thames, which remains tidal at this point. In order to work within the river, we have had to obtain permission from various organisations, including the Port of London Authority, the Environment Agency and the Marine Management Organisation.
Initially our works involved carefully removing vegetation from the face of the Grade II Listed river wall, which has received little maintenance for many years. Approval by the local authority and planning officers to use sympathetic and appropriate repair materials meant that various trials needed to be completed before any restoration works could be started. Reclaimed yellow London Stock bricks were chosen for areas where existing bricks are missing, or beyond repair. Bricks are being bedded and pointed using a natural quick-curing mortar from the Cornish Lime Company, as approved by the local conservation officer.
The wall is 160m long and will be repaired over a number of visits, during periods when the tides provide the maximum working time.
