Run-down properties and heritage buildings in Bridlington are undergoing major renovations as part of a community-led campaign to restore civic pride and tackle antisocial behaviour.
Run-down properties across Bridlington are undergoing major improvements as part of a community-driven campaign to restore civic pride and revitalise the town centre.
More than two dozen heritage buildings and commercial sites are seeing vital repairs and renovations. The initiative initially targeted thirty-five properties identified as needing remedial works, with over two-thirds of these now fully restored, or with work currently planned and underway.
Notable transformations include renovations to the former Hull Co-operative society building and several other commercial properties on King Street. On Prince Street, the former M&Co building has been given a new lease of life as a children’s café and fun club. Meanwhile, a long-abandoned property on Queen Street is being fully restored to its former Victorian glory.
The physical improvements to the streetscape coincide with a significant boost to the local economy. Forty-nine new independent businesses have opened their doors across the town since February. The diverse range of new ventures includes restaurants, pubs, children’s clothing stores, a bridal shop, and a witch-themed emporium.
The Property Pride campaign is being spearheaded by the Bridlington Ambassadors, a Community Interest Company, alongside the voluntary community group Brightening Up Bridlington.
Bridlington Ambassador Martyn Coltman said:
"We’re proud to support Bridlington and encourage pride in our town. Many of these buildings are a century old or more and are a key part of our seaside heritage. Repairs and renovations are a great way to enhance the look of our town and encourage more visitors to the area."
The regeneration efforts extend beyond building repairs. Two new murals have been created in the town, funded through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund. These artworks depict aspects of Bridlington's history, local culture, and wildlife, and are designed to encourage more visitors to explore the area.
Working in partnership with East Riding of Yorkshire Council, campaign organisers have identified the properties that require attention, bringing in the council's planning enforcement team when necessary to ensure the works are carried out.
These improvements form part of the wider ‘Clear Hold Build’ scheme, a multi-agency operation designed to tackle serious and organised crime, as well as antisocial behaviour, specifically within the Bridlington South Ward. The initiative brings together council planning and antisocial behaviour teams alongside Humberside Police and other local agencies.
East Riding of Yorkshire Council cabinet member for communities and public protection, Councillor Lyn Healing, said:
"We’re proud to support Bridlington to thrive, and to help communities to improve their local area."
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