Golpla™ – Devil’s Point Plymouth – Car Park
- Location
- Devil’s Point Car Park, Admiralty Road, Stonehouse, Plymouth, PL1 3RS
- Contractor
- I K Crowle Groundworks & Civil Engineering
From disused reservoir to coastal asset: A heritage-sensitive car park solution
Devil’s Point is a prominent coastal destination on the Plymouth waterfront, valued for its scenic views and historical significance. The site featured a disused reservoir that was no longer in active service. As part of a broader initiative to enhance visitor access and increase parking capacity, the area was designated for redevelopment into a public overspill car park.
Our client’s requirements
The project demanded a surfacing solution that could accommodate light vehicular use, including cars and service vehicles, while respecting the site’s unique constraints. Key requirements included:
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Heritage sensitivity: A low-impact, visually sympathetic solution was essential to preserve the natural character of the area and avoid the “hard” appearance of urban surfacing.
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SuDS compliance: The system needed to be fully permeable to manage surface water naturally, particularly given the site’s bowl-like topography and lack of existing drainage infrastructure.
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Structural stability: The solution had to provide a strong, load-distributing surface capable of performing on the site’s uneven and water-retentive ground without rutting.
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Minimal disruption: To protect the reservoir structure and manage costs, the client required a system that avoided invasive excavation or heavy ground preparation
Our value engineered solution
Geosynthetics Ltd provided the Golpla™ gravel retention system, an ideal match for the complex conditions at Devil’s Point. This modular system offers a professional finish with superior long-term performance.
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Superior gravel retention: Golpla™ panels lock loose gravel in place, preventing the migration, tracking, and surface wear typically associated with traditional gravel finishes.
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Engineered load distribution: Designed to support cars and light commercial vehicles, the system distributes weight evenly to ensure a stable, rut-free surface even over softer, reclaimed ground.
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Complete permeability: The system is 100% permeable and fully SuDS-compliant. It allows rainwater to infiltrate naturally, recharging the ground below and eliminating the need for expensive additional drainage.
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Environmental integration: The open-cell structure and natural gravel finish allow the car park to blend seamlessly into the coastal landscape.
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Efficient installation: The modular nature of Golpla™ allowed for rapid deployment with zero major excavation. This protected the historic reservoir structure while keeping the project on schedule and reducing overall costs.
The success of this project highlights the expertise of Geosynthetics Ltd in delivering sensitive infrastructure solutions for the public sector, proving that heritage preservation and functional performance can work together seamlessly
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