At Heritage Roadways, we love a project that makes a real difference. A new car park for a busy pub is exactly that, a practical improvement that benefits the business, its staff, and its customers every single day.
We were recently called in by the Coach and Horses in Newport, near Saffron Walden in Essex, to build a brand-new car park from scratch. Here's how we got it done.
The Project
The Coach and Horses needed a proper, durable car park to serve their customers. There was no existing surface to work with, this was a full construction job, built entirely from the ground up.
Our scope of work included:
- Full construction of a new car park at the rear of the pub
- Tarmac surfacing to the front of the building
- Complete project delivered within one week
How We Approached It
Building a car park from scratch requires careful preparation. Get the groundwork wrong, and no matter how good the tarmac looks on day one, problems will follow.
Our team began with the excavation and sub-base work, laying the solid foundation that gives a tarmac surface its strength and longevity. Only once the base was correctly prepared did we lay the tarmac, rolling it to a smooth, even finish.
The front of the building was tarmaced at the same time, giving the whole forecourt area a clean, professional appearance.
From start to finish, the project was completed in under a week. For a working pub, minimising disruption matters, and we delivered.
Why Tarmac for a Car Park?
Tarmac is one of the most practical and cost-effective choices for a commercial car park. It handles heavy, repeated traffic exceptionally well. It dries quickly after rain. It's straightforward to maintain. And when professionally laid, it looks smart and lasts for years.
For a pub car park that will see daily use from customers, tarmac was the right call.
Commercial Surfacing Across Essex and Beyond
This project is a great example of the commercial surfacing work we carry out across Essex, Suffolk, Norfolk, and further afield. Whether it's a pub car park, a business forecourt, or a larger commercial site, Heritage Roadways brings over 40 years of experience to every job.
We work with both private landowners and commercial clients. Every project gets the same attention to detail — proper groundwork, quality materials, and a finish that lasts.
If you need a car park or commercial surface built or resurfaced, we'd love to hear from you. Get in touch with our team for a no-obligation quote.
