Large Secondary improves site flow with new covered walkway

Dean Trust in Wigan came to us wanting to create a new all-weather walkway linking two major buildings on their site.

Their vision? To enable students to move between the two buildings in a more ordered and comfortable way – in all four seasons. The school was also keen to give their site that has grown over time, with multiple building additions, a more cohesive feeling.

The wow

Sometimes the simplest briefs are the ones that deliver the greatest impact. The new link walkway has transformed a site that felt disjointed – with multiple buildings dotted around campus – into a single connected community.

This simple enhancement doesn’t just bring a previously disparate campus together. It also reaps dividends in how day-to-day school life is experienced. Younger students can navigate the large site more easily and all students are able to move between classes in a more orderly and timely way.

The walkway’s generous dimensions means that the school has also been able to incorporate bench seating along key sections, enabling it to double up as a valuable all-weather shelter during break times.

A polyester powder coated steel finish gives the walkway a sleek, contemporary look, while Opal 60 roofing ensures that the walkway doesn’t just offer protection from the wind, sleet and rain but also from the sun too, thanks to the unique way it screens out harmful UV rays. The whole structure comes with our industry leading 25-year guarantee.

If you’re looking for ways to make your site work harder for you, get in touch with our expert education team today. They’re ready to help you unlock its full potential!

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