Investigation works to begin at the Castlegate

Preliminary investigation works for the Castlegate streetscape improvements will begin on Monday 5 May and will continue until Friday 23 May 2025.

These will involve digging small, shallow trial holes to help locate buried utilities or unexpected ground conditions. There will also be a small number of boreholes to help assess soil layers and deeper ground conditions.

These activities will take place between 8am and 6pm, Monday to Friday. Disruption will be kept to a minimum and the investigation areas will be fenced off.

Access will always be maintained to homes, businesses, and shops.

These investigations are essential to prepare for the main construction phase of the works, which are due to begin following the Tall Ships Race at the end of July.

The £150million commitment by Aberdeen City Council towards the City Centre and Beach Master Plan includes major improvement works underway at Union Street Central, the new market building, and at the city’s beach area, as well as the Castlegate streetscape improvement works to come. They will create vibrant and accessible areas to help make the city a destination of choice for the benefit of residents, visitors, and businesses.