At Bloomsbury, we specialise in the professional management of demolition projects under CDM Regulations. Our role is to protect clients, contractors, and the public by ensuring projects are carried out safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with legislation. We are not demolition contractors; instead, we manage the entire process, from planning through to completion, coordinating accredited specialists, and overseeing works to the highest standards.
Complex demolition projects often involve significant risks. Factors such as building height, age, surrounding environment, and site access can present serious challenges. In busy urban areas like Brighton, demolition requires detailed planning, public protection measures, and close cooperation with local authorities and stakeholders.
Risk assessments and method statements are prepared, reviewed, and implemented. Scaffolding, hoarding, and safety barriers are designed to suit the environment and protect the public. Demolition sequences are carefully planned to prevent structural instability. Stakeholder communication is maintained throughout to minimise disruption and manage expectations. By applying our chartered construction management expertise, Bloomsbury ensures that even the most complex demolition schemes are delivered safely and effectively.
Alongside demolition, asbestos remains one of the most critical risks in construction and refurbishment. The removal of asbestos requires specialist licences, strict adherence to environmental legislation, and robust management to protect workers, residents, and the wider public.
At Bloomsbury, we act as the client’s representative in the management of asbestos removal. We ensure that only licensed contractors are appointed, that removal works are fully compliant with the Control of Asbestos Regulations, and that safe disposal is carried out at approved facilities.
Commissioning and reviewing asbestos surveys prior to works. Coordinating licensed asbestos removal contractors. Ensuring compliance with notification requirements to the HSE. Monitoring air quality and clearance testing. Providing transparent reporting to the client throughout the project. By combining demolition and asbestos management under one professional team, we provide clients with confidence that their project is being handled with the utmost diligence and care.
CIOB Member Company
Fully Insured
CSCS qualified workforce
Brighton & Hove based
Case Study: Royal Albion Hotel, Brighton One of the most challenging projects Bloomsbury has managed is the Royal Albion Hotel in Brighton, a prominent Grade II* listed building situated directly opposite the Palace Pier. Following a devastating fire, the site required both large-scale asbestos removal and the complex demolition of a 25-metre-high Victorian structure in the heart of the city. The project involved the safe removal of over 4,000 tonnes of asbestos-containing materials, carried out by licensed contractors under our management. This required strict environmental controls, rigorous health and safety oversight, and careful coordination with regulators.
The demolition element presented further complexity. The hotel, more than 180 years old, occupied a constrained city-centre location surrounded by businesses, traffic routes, and heavy pedestrian flows. Bloomsbury oversaw protective scaffolding and hoarding design, coordinated logistics, and managed specialist demolition contractors to ensure the safe phased removal of the structure while minimising disruption to Brighton’s busiest seafront area.
Through careful planning, experienced oversight, and constant communication with stakeholders, Bloomsbury successfully managed one of Brighton’s most high-profile demolition and asbestos removal schemes.
Why Choose Bloomsbury Chartered Building Company with MCIOB and AssocRICS leadership. Experienced in managing heritage, hotel, and city-centre demolition projects. Trusted in Brighton and across Sussex for compliance-driven asbestos management. Proven record of delivering safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible outcomes.
For professional management of demolition and asbestos removal projects in Brighton and Sussex, contact Bloomsbury today. We provide the expertise, experience, and assurance needed to deliver even the most complex projects safely and successfully.
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