Brighton Royal Pavilion Garden restoration plan approved
A planning application to restore the garden to its Regency glory has been approved by Brighton & Hove City Council.
The project aims to ensure the garden's long-term sustainability and enhance the Regency architecture of the Royal Pavilion, Corn Exchange, and Dome.
LUC's expertise in landscape management and maintenance was instrumental in developing the restoration plans for the Royal Pavilion Garden.
The approved plans include 24-hour public access, restored Regency planting, new visitor facilities, and repairs to historic elements. Councillor Mitchie Alexander expressed her delight at the approval and emphasised the importance of retaining 24-hour access.
LUC's work included preparing a landscape management plan and financial plan which set out the requirements and implications for maintaining the new landscape to a high standard. The new plan will provide a key working document for the garden's future management.
Hedley Swain, CEO of Brighton & Hove Museums, expressed his excitement and thanked the council for their support. The project is part of a wider plan to enhance the Royal Pavilion Estate as a key cultural destination.
The council and Brighton & Hove Museums have secured £4.3 million from the National Lottery Heritage Fund for the restoration project. The total cost is £6.5 million, with the council contributing £0.5 million and the remainder being secured through fundraising efforts.
