CLS Landscape and Earthworks Brochure

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CLS Landscape and Earthworks is the founding division of the Cleveland Land Services
group which was set up by my father, Frank Miller, in 1968. We specialise in civil
engineering, bulk earthworks and landscaping, with our projects regularly including car
park constructions, infrastructure installations, sustainable drainage solutions and land
reclamation.
We offer a full package solution by employing a variety of highly skilled contract managers,
site supervisors and operatives. Our 60+ team of experts bring deep in-house knowledge in
areas such as GPS modelling, sensitive environmental engineering, water attenuation and
ground stabilisation.
Our expert team is backed up by our £9m company-owned fleet of specialist machinery
and plant, including transportation and haulage, guaranteeing a high level of service and
efficiency. We consistently invest in the latest technology, machinery and training to ensure
we’re able to offer efficient and innovative solutions.
Our heritage, in-house expertise and industry-leading equipment combines to bring you
consistent quality tailored to each project, with guaranteed reliability and capacity.
I am extremely proud of the reputation we have grown for delivering high-quality projects,
on time and within budget, to our diverse range of private and public sector clients.
We hope you enjoy reading about our range of services and recent work. My team and I
look forward to discussing any future projects you may have in mind.
Regards,

John Miller

Managing Director

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OUR SERVICES

BULK EARTHWORKS CIVIL ENGINEERING

With an extensive fleet of earthmoving plant, we have the capacity We have a reputation of excellence within the civil engineering
to provide a nationwide bulk earthworks contractor service. We are industry, having more than 50 years of experience. We provide
highly experienced in major commercial development projects and outstanding services throughout the North East and across the UK.
large cut and fill operations. These include:

Our in-house engineers and specialists are able to provide detailed RECLAMATION AND REMEDIATION
surveys and volumetric analysis. This is in addition to presenting Our detailed knowledge of geotechnical engineering, as well as the
forward-thinking designs and alternative solutions which aim to standards required by regulatory bodies such as the Environment
minimise earthwork volumes, off-site disposal, disruptions and Agency, allows us to carry out a wide range of projects in the most
client costs. safe, efficient and cost-effective way possible. We have a proactive
and innovative approach to reclamation and remediation projects,
We work with the latest technology to provide the most cost-effective, having previously worked on many challenging brownfield sites.
practical solutions. All our equipment is fitted with laser-guided These include areas with asbestos, old landfill sites and flood-
technology to consistently ensure the highest levels of accuracy and damaged land.
workmanship. We also use industry-leading 3D modelling technology
to survey existing topography, design practical solutions and program URBAN ENGINEERING
our earthmoving machinery. We have undertaken a large number of urban regeneration schemes
for both public and private sector clients. These include installation
The majority of our earthmoving equipment is fitted with low ground of innovative, efficient and sustainable urban engineering solutions
pressure tyres or tracks, enabling us to continue to work efficiently in to create safe, modern and multifunctional townscapes.
wet conditions when other contractors may struggle. It is important to consider the challenges and constraints of working
in urban areas. Therefore, we always work with clients to understand
their needs, minimising any disruption or inconvenience.
We are experienced in utility service diversions and extensions,
and fully appreciate the importance of working closely with water
authorities, gas networks, electrical distribution companies and local
authorities to ensure all works are correctly managed and installed
to the specifications stipulated.
Our civil engineering specialists are also highly experienced in the
installation of public roads, pathways, pedestrian crossings and
street lighting.

GROUND ENGINEERING
We can install a comprehensive range of ground improvement
solutions, having experience in transforming brownfield sites and
areas with weak compressible soils. These include:
• Lime/cement stabilisation
• Capping layer installations
• Preformed reinforced construction techniques
• Driven pile systems

ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING
The environment is at the heart of our wide-ranging civil
engineering services. We are proud to have worked closely with
the Environmental Agency, the Wildlife Trust, the RSBP and the
North Yorkshire Moors National Park Authority to provide improved
landscapes that are environmentally friendly and ecologically aware.

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HARD & SOFT LANDSCAPING

Hard and soft landscaping projects have been a core aspect of our company since it was formed in 1968. We have worked to an exceptional
standard on a great number of complex landscaping projects, some of which have been recognised through civic and national awards.

As a premier provider of hard and soft landscaping contractor services, we complete projects to the highest standards our clients have
come to expect.

HARD LANDSCAPING CONTRACTORS SOFT LANDSCAPING CONTRACTORS
Our team can deliver all aspects of hard landscaping using We are also experts in providing soft landscaping elements.
expertise developed over decades of successful operation. Our award-winning soft landscaping contractor services cover the
We provide the following hard landscaping contractor services: following:
•  Paving •  Site clearance and tree removal
•  Footpath installation •  Top soiling, cultivation and amelioration
•  Macadam/tarmac surfacing •  Tree planting
•  Street furniture and lighting installation •  Shrub, perennial and herbaceous planting
•  Retaining wall construction •  Turfing
•  Water feature construction •  Seeding
•  Fencing •  Wildflower meadows

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OUR SERVICES

LAND DRAINAGE & ATTENUATION

Planning restrictions and environmental sustainability requirements make it essential to have any drainage work carried out by a
specialist land drainage contractor. We specialise in providing highly effective land drainage solutions and systems in a wide variety of
challenging environments, ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget and to the correct standards.
Since 2002, we have been carrying out land and sports pitch drainage installations, so we understand the regulations and the
importance of designing every system on a site-by-site basis.
At the start of a project, we undertake a site survey to address the topography of the land and the soil makeup, which will then
indicate the problems and any requirements to consider. Our highly qualified land drainage specialists then put together a bespoke
design, which is tailored to your site’s requirements. Whether your needs demand a surface water drainage system or a more complex
deep drainage system with a restricted outflow, we have the capacity to provide first-class land drainage design, management and
installation services.
Every land drainage project we work on is approached with innovation and precision. Our effective, modern solutions are installed
efficiently and professionally with specialist equipment such as AFT Whizz Wheels and chain trenchers.

WATER ATTENUATION, CONSERVATION AND MANAGEMENT Our team has worked with the environmental agency on
We undertake a variety of environmentally sustainable projects, several projects, where elements such as flood risk, ecosystem
including water attenuation, conservation and management, on protection and contamination of water courses were important
both brownfield and greenfield sites. considerations. Under our sustainable approach, we can
Our experience supports our service, having provided projects provide:
of this kind for many years. In urban environments, we also have •  Detention basins
a vast amount of experience in the design and installation of •  Rainwater harvesting systems
Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS). These provide our clients •  Swale construction
with reliable, ecological and environmentally friendly solutions •  Soakaway systems
that prevent water pollution and flooding whilst also creating •  Deep drainage
green spaces and producing habitats for wildlife. Further to this, we are widely recognised as leading providers of
natural and artificial sports field drainage.

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GROUNDS PLAY AREA
MAINTENANCE CONSTRUCTION

We offer a range of essential maintenance services to meet Our team can provide a full, professional service for play area
all client requirements, from watering in the summer to snow construction and refurbishment projects across the nation.
clearance in the winter and everything in between. Whatever We deliver modern and practical solutions to suit projects of
your needs, our ground maintenance solutions cover a broad all budgets.
range of public and commercial maintenance tasks to ensure One of our main goals when carrying out our play area
your grounds are always in outstanding condition. constructions is to create exciting, interesting and engaging
We’ve carried out many maintenance contracts over the years areas that children will be able to enjoy safely time and
that have proved vital to our clients. Using bespoke tools and time again. To achieve this, we work closely with numerous
equipment and having a large, skilled workforce enables us to industry-leading equipment suppliers and safety surfacing
deliver a reliable and thorough service. producers. This way, we can design and engineer an
Our grounds maintenance services include: environment that suits your brief exactly. Whether that’s the
•  Grass cutting creation of a themed play area or the installation of a trim
•  Hedge cutting trail, we pride ourselves on our unrivalled attention to detail
•  Watering to deliver according to our clients’ specifications.
•  Mulch topping Our play area installation teams are highly skilled and always
•  Fertilising work to ensure equipment is installed to the standards
•  Weed control stipulated by the manufacturer. We also install a wide range of
•  Japanese knotweed treatment safety surfacing, ensuring critical fall height protection. All of
•  Leaf collection our outdoor gym and play area constructions are thoroughly
•  Road and path sweeping tested and approved by ROSPA, guaranteeing the highest
•  Litter picking levels of safety.
•  Street furniture inspection and repair
•  Snow clearing and gritting

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“These works were challenging at times due to
the number of stakeholders involved. However,
CLS worked in a non-adversarial manner and
took a flexible approach to the Clients and others’
needs. One of the most difficult tasks was the
safe management of high pedestrian flows and
delivery vehicles through the works, and CLS
did this admirably. The quality of workmanship,
particularly in respect to the granite paving work,
is excellent and we have received many positive
comments from stakeholders.
It has been a pleasure to work with the company,
and I would have no hesitation, if given the
opportunity, to work with them again.”
Andrew Harvey, Principal Engineer,
Middlesbrough Borough Council

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SOUTHFIELD ROAD PEDESTRIANISATION CASE STUDY - SOUTHFIELD ROAD PEDESTRIANISATION

CIVIL ENGINEERING, HARD AND SOFT LANDSCAPING

Teesside University’s vision sought to unify its Middlesbrough campus by creating an inspiring and coherent
cosmopolitan space for students and the public. This modern and practical space was forged by pedestrianising a
section of the Southfield Road designated highway, and introducing signature granite and steel hard landscaping
elements within a well-lit, safe environment.

Our team was appointed by Middlesbrough Council to work The system incorporates breathing pipes and caps at the
within the wider project of regenerating the campus by surface to allow root ventilation, while allowing vehicle
linking north and south sides to foster a more welcoming, access over the cells under the paving.
pedestrian-friendly space. We worked on service diversions Project planning and organisation were key to the success
and infrastructure installation, as well as surface preparation of this project, given the challenges presented. The granite
works including drainage system installation, sub-base was imported from China by Hardscape on a 12-to-14-week
formation and macadam surfacing. lead time, while a gas main had to be diverted to allow the
We laid granite paving blocks along with flag and cobble tree avenue to be planted. CLS worked closely with British
paving, alongside a natural turf events area. Enhancing Gas to safely and efficiently redirect the supply.
the site unity is dramatic street furniture fabricated in We were required to maintain pedestrian access throughout
rustic Corten steel. This furniture is bespoke to the project, the site at all times, which was particularly high in term time.
incorporating three, four and six-metre benches, tree grills, A phased approach was essential, along with site and public
amenity lighting and entrance features. Imposing granite safety, and the accommodation of delivery vehicles to
totems, engraved with the University logo, grace both adjacent pubs, restaurants and the Students’ Union.
entrances to the pedestrian area.
The tree avenue and pits we installed employ a Strata Cell
system. Roots are directed into the cells under the plastic
pit, with trees strapped and ratcheted into the sphere.

Client: Teesside University

Budget: £2,400,000

Location: Middlesbrough

Timescale: 12 Months

Key Services: Civil Engineering, Hard and
Soft Landscaping

Hard and Soft Landscaping

Street Furniture Installation Hard and Soft Landscaping

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“We enjoyed a really close working
relationship with CLS. They are experts in
their field and know their business inside out.
They adapted to our needs and were flexible
in redesigning elements of infrastructure as
the project progressed. A family business like
ourselves, the Millers work on the ground and
are involved with every aspect of a project,
ensuring a close partnership throughout.”
Alan Petch, Park Owner and Manager

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ANGROVE COUNTRY PARK CASE STUDY - ANGROVE COUNTRY PARK

HOLIDAY PARK CONSTRUCTION

The farming entrepreneurs at Angrove Country
Park, who set out to create a wedding destination
jewel, appointed us to design and complete a major
infrastructure project under their £1.5m holiday
lodge development.
Before the accommodation could rise from the ground,
significant infrastructure had to be put in place to ensure
optimum functionality of the Great Ayton site, which is
already billed as a staycation gem commanding stunning
landscape views of the North York Moors National Park.
The broad spread of provision embraced initial
earthmoving, installation of drainage, surface water
management/attenuation, installation of utilities ducting
and major civil engineering. This included lodge foundation
pads, access roads, footpaths, a roadway bridge and soft
landscaping.
Run on a model of ecological sustainability, the completed
Angrove Country Park gives guests ample opportunity to
witness wildlife diversity up close and personal, both from
their lodge and along miles of riverside walks. Yorkshire
stone has been used throughout the site and more than
10,000 native trees were planted. Bird and bat boxes were
also installed, and wildflower areas seeded to attract
pollinators.
This whole project was created from the beautiful, bespoke
wedding venue the family opened several years ago.
The completed park now offers lodges for private use
as well as year-round short and long-stay holiday lets in
prestigious lodges, where visitors can enjoy views across
some of the most scenic countryside in Britain.

Client: Angrove Country Park

Budget: £538,000

Location: Great Ayton, North Yorkshire

Timescale: 7 Months

Key Services: Bulk Earthworks, Civil
Engineering, Land Drainage,
Hard and Soft Landscaping

Holiday Park Construction

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“Yarm School has engaged the services of CLS several times
in recent years and we have been consistently delighted
with their work. I would not hesitate to use CLS again, nor to
recommend them to any interested party.”
David Dunn, Headmaster

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YARM SCHOOL CASE STUDY - YARM SCHOOL

HOCKEY PITCH CONSTRUCTION, BOATHOUSE CONSTRUCTION, HARD AND SOFT LANDSCAPING

Located on an environmentally sensitive site next to the River Tees, historic Yarm School appointed us as their
main contractor to carry out major improvements to their sporting provision and car park.
The project involved the construction of a full-sized synthetic hockey pitch, a modern boathouse and a new car
parking provision. This is in addition to the MUGA and cricket training facility we had previously constructed on
the other side of the school grounds.

The brief was very challenging, as planning permission, The new one-way system to alleviate traffic at pick-up and
environmental constraints and limited space dictated drop-off times was designed and constructed to ensure
many different elements that had to be considered. We put the existing trees were not disturbed or damaged.
together a design that would take all aspects into account Due to the historic nature of the site and the listed Friarage
and provide a reliable solution for the client. building, all materials were selected to ensure they were in
The major soft and hard landscaping scheme we carried out keeping with the environment. Yorkstone diamond sawn
across the school’s car parking area involved the removal paving and conservation kerbing were installed around
of the old car park before a new one-way system and new the Friarage and the retaining wall used reclaimed bricks
entrance way were constructed. from Holland.
A full ground investigation carried out by our in-house To complete the project, a soft landscaping scheme was
engineers identified that the existing ground conditions were undertaken, which included the planting of Chilli Pine and
too soft for road and carpark construction. To overcome this weeping beech trees, ornamental box hedging and laying
issue, we installed an innovative pozi drain/geosynthetic of turf. Both paved and macadam pedestrian pathways
system that increased the CBR levels of the soft ground were installed around the site, along with amenity LED
conditions. A fully SuDS compliant drainage system was also lighting bollards.
installed under the new resin-bonded car parking bays and
macadam roads.

Client: Yarm School

Budget: £2,620,000

Location: Yarm

Timescale: 8 Months

Key Services: Hockey Pitch Construction,
Boathouse Construction,
Hard and Soft Landscaping

Amenity LED Lighting Installation

Hard and Soft Landscaping Hockey Pitch Construction

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OVERFIELDS PRIMARY CASE STUDY - OVERFIELDS PRIMARY SCHOOL
SCHOOL

CIVIL ENGINEERING

To make a more practical use of space, we were
appointed by Overfields Primary School to
construct a new car park on an unused area of the
school grounds.
At the start of the project, the topsoil was stripped and
all site vegetation removed, along with the existing
footpaths, kerbs and boundary fencing. Once the
site was cleared, the area was then excavated to the
required formation level. Precast concrete kerbs were
laid into concrete foundations along with drainage
channel kerbing.
A full-surface water drainage system was installed and
all existing manhole covers and inspection chambers
were adjusted and finished to the new levels.
We then installed a geotextile layer, a 250mm layer
of Type 3 open graded unbound sub-base material
and a two-layer macadam surface to meet EN13108-1
standards. Thermoplastic parking bay line markings
were then installed to complete the surface.
Block paving perimeter footpaths were installed in a
herringbone pattern along with bird’s mouth fencing
to separate the car park and pedestrian areas. Wire
mesh security fencing was also installed to the external
perimeter of the car park.

Client: Overfields Primary School

Budget: £51,000

Location: Middlesbrough

Timescale: 2 Months

Key Services: Civil Engineering

Car Park Construction

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RIDLEY PARK CASE STUDY - RIDLEY PARK

PLAY AREA REFURBISHMENT

After a competitive tendering process, we were
appointed by Blyth Valley Borough Council to fully
refurbish the existing play area within Ridley Park.
Established in 1904 on land donated by Viscount
Matthew White Ridley, the park provides a variety of
recreational opportunities for the local community
and is a well visited area.
The project began with the removal of the existing play
equipment and a small cut and fill earthworks operation
to level the ground. We then installed bark areas with
associated timber unilog edgings, planted trees,
constructed and installed turf beds and fitted a bitmac
footpath with traditional tegula edging.
To create a more exciting and up-to-date play
environment for the community to enjoy, we installed
a variety of new playground activities. These included
caterpillar swings, a tightrope walk, a hill-side slide,
mountain boulders and more. The play area is now a
great addition to the formal gardens and wooded area
of the park.

Client: Ridley Park

Budget: £138, 700

Location: Blyth

Timescale: 2 Months

Key Services: Play Area Refurbishment

Safety Surfacing Installation

Play Equipment Installation

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“CLS’ experience in constructing grass pitches was a key
factor in their selection. They have the heavy equipment
and machinery to create a grass sports pitch, as well as
extensive surveying and construction know-how.
We’ve created a major community sports facility that
impacts minimally on the environment, is built to high
standards and includes sustainable drainage systems
(SuDS). Teamwork at its best.”

David Purdie, Landscape Architect,
City of Wolverhampton Council

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BARNHURST LANE PITCHES CASE STUDY - BARNHURST LANE PITCHES

BULK EARTHWORKS, DRAINAGE INSTALLATION, NATURAL SPORTS PITCH CONSTRUCTION, HARD AND
SOFT LANDSCAPING

We were appointed by Wolverhampton City Council to redevelop the derelict Barnhurst Lane area into nine
natural sports pitches. The site was a total of 105,000m2, making this one of CLS Sports’ largest construction
projects to date.

The project started with a thorough site clearance of Many environmental issues had to be considered within
vegetation, trees, walls and debris from what was the this project, and monthly ecology reports were carried
remains of a Victorian sewage treatment plant. A cut out. Great lengths were taken to protect the local wildlife
and fill earthworks operation was then carried out to and ecosystems.
level the area. The geology of the site proved to be Along with the remediation and pitch works, we also
a significant challenge due to the high sand, silt and constructed fencing, mosaic perimeter paths, an access
stone content. The whole site therefore had to be road and a 100-bay car park. To complete the project,
treated using a Kirpy stone crusher, and the installation we then landscaped the amenity areas with wildflowers
of drainage involved the use of specialist machinery. and trees and installed street furniture and lighting.
Two ponds and one detention basin were constructed, The finished facility now benefits the adjacent school,
along with the installation of 21,000m of lateral local sports clubs and the general public.
drainage pipes. 65,000m of sand slits were also installed
to aid drainage, as the topsoil was prone to water
retention due to its high silt content. The extensive
drainage system was then connected to the newly
constructed swales and weirs for water attenuation.
A massive 65,000m2 was then cultivated, pre-fertilised,
seeded and maintained until fully established.

Client: Barnhurst Lane Pitches

Budget: £1,638,000

Location: Wolverhampton

Timescale: 12 Months (Plus a 12 Month
Pitch Establishment Period)

Key Services: Bulk Earthworks, Drainage
Installation, Natural Sports
Pitch Construction, Hard and
Soft Landscaping

Bulk Earthworks

Drainage Installation Wild Flower Meadow

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A division of
Cleveland Land Services (Guisborough) Ltd
Park Farm, Dunsdale, Guisborough, TS14 6RQ
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