East Garnock, Quarry Design and Restoration

Summary

Quarry Design and Restoration

Location

East Garnock Sand and Gravel Quarry, North Ayrshire, Scotland, UK

Description

Lead design and planning of a 120Ha quarry proposal for a minerals site in North Ayrshire. The design proposals include progressive restoration of the 7 million tonne extraction phased over 20 years.  Restoration is focussed on the creation of extensive areas of new wetland habitat and tidal lagoons.

Client

NPL Estates/Enviros