Requirement

The 4th Broadstairs Scout Group in Kent is located just off the high street, which in the summer becomes very busy with tourists and residents. Their building, which was built in 1955, had fallen into disrepair, and the group spent 15 years fundraising for new cladding and windows which were installed in 2020.

New fencing and gates were also required to replace the existing fencing that protects the building and vehicles stored at the site. The fencing and gates also had to match the aesthetic of the newly refurbished building.

The existing fencing had rusted considerably, with the mesh coming away from the frame and posts. Not only did it not fit with the updated appearance of the building, but it was unsafe and provided limited security.

Solution

Having seen Jacksons fencing installed in the local area, the Scout group chose Barbican® vertical bar railings to secure the site. Barbican® has an anti-climb design and strong tubular construction which is galvanised inside and out to provide protection from rust and corrosion. Additionally, it has no visible bolts or rivets which could be removed to gain access, and has tamper-proof panel-to-post connectors.

To match the fencing, a double-leaf gate was also required, which was made to a custom width to allow the minibus to be able to swing in and out of the driveway. A pedestrian gate was also installed, which allows safe, convenient access for staff and members. The vertical bar design provides good visibility, which increases security but also helps with lines of sight when the minibus pulls into the road.

With their welded pale-through-rail design, Barbican® fencing and gates provide a perimeter security and access control solution without looking intimidating. They were additionally polyester powder-coated black to complement the colours of the building and to provide an extra layer of protection.

Throughout the years Jacksons' Barbican® fencing has been used to secure and protect many Scout huts and facilities across the UK. Often powder-coated black, the design, style and longevity of the product fits perfectly with the requirements of new and refurbished Scout projects.