Public toilets at Conduit Lane in Grantham have reopened this week following refurbishment by Lindum Group, on behalf of South Kesteven District Council.

The work included new fixtures and fittings, replacement windows and doors, full redecoration, and the installation of a separate accessible toilet to cater to visitors with additional needs.

Lindum Construction Manager Martin Souster said the project had taken ten weeks to complete.

“We began by stripping out the interior of the existing block, which had been standing empty for at least a year and so was quite badly affected by damp,” he said. “We then refitted it with all new sanitary wear and décor.

“Although the work itself was quite straight forward, the site was in a very public location and our compound was in the neighbouring car park. This meant meticulous planning was necessary to keep everyone safe.”

The toilets were officially opened on Monday 27th in a ceremony attended by SKDC councillors and officers.

Darren King, Managing Director at Lindum, the contractor responsible for the work, said: “The Council is a repeat and valued customer of ours and we are happy to be handing over yet another successful construction project.

“Lindum is currently building new homes at Swinegate, a new depot at Turnpike and we are onsite at the Council Offices carrying out maintenance works.

“But this project shows that we can also deliver smaller projects compliantly and competitively for our public sector clients.”

UV lighting was included to deter drug users, as it makes it practically impossible for people to locate their veins.

The £190K project was funded through the £4.1m Grantham Future High Streets Fund awarded to the Council by the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government.

Cllr Richard Cleaver, Cabinet Member for Property and Public Engagement, said: “I am delighted to see the refurbished toilets at Conduit Lane reopen for public use after a number of years.

“The much improved facilities are a fantastic addition to the town centre and demonstrate the Council’s commitment to enhancing Grantham’s offer to visitors and residents.

“Alongside our other improvement projects, the toilets will help to provide vital facilities in the town –  increasing footfall, supporting our local businesses and creating a more welcoming environment.”

The toilets will be 20p to use, payable via a contactless payment, and open every day from 9am until 4pm. The accessible toilet can be opened using a radar key.