Above all, it's about people

leisure

As part of the evolution of the Wates business,  we have worked with a number of the leading leisure sector operators. We have extensive experience in delivering to key areas of this sectors including Bars, Cafes and Restaurants, as well as Betting and Gaming organisations and Hotels. Our portfolio includes prestigious leisure destinations across the UK.   With a focus on excellence in delivery, we are able to provide both live and new project expertise through our dedicated delivery teams and accredited supply chain. 

  • A building that works from day one – our handover with a unique in-house process will make sure your building users are up and running from day one
  • An extensive understanding of the key requirements in delivering successful leisure environments - proven track  record with leading operators
  •  Procurement and planning advice / service including full M&E service
  • Design standards and implementation design service
  • Facilitating visitor traffic in live environments
  • Performance based reputation with a focus on delivery on time, on budget to maximum quality standards
related project stories
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Gambado – Milton Keynes

Project value: £5.0m   Wates transformed a large motorbike showroom and workshop into a safe and lively space for Gambado’s new children’s activity / play centre...

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Cafe and Restaurant Experience

Café and Restaurant ExperienceWates has recently refurbished an existing live trading McDonalds restaurant and Drive-Thru facility on an edge-of-town retail park as part of their...

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Mecca Bingo, Aberdeen

This project was a major refurbishment of an existing Mecca bingo in a live trading environment. This club is one of the groups highest financial earners in the country, seating approx...

contractor of the year

Wates has been recognised as a leader in the construction industry, after being named Major Contractor of the Year while Paul Drechsler was named Chief Executive of the Year.

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RoSPA gold medal

We have been awarded the RoSPA gold medal for health and safety achievement for the sixth successive year.

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supporting communities

Wates is committed to supporting communities where we work and live and making a tangible difference to people’s lives in deprived areas. We have a number of programs designed to make a real difference.

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financial stability

Wates is one of the most financially secure companies in the construction sector. We have significant liquidity, no reliance on external funding and no toxic assets.

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