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Dorking Bandstand safe despite cracks, charity says
Overview
The charity behind the new Dorking Bandstand in Meadowbrook Park has confirmed the structure is safe, stating that cracks in the flooring are purely cosmetic and caused by extreme weather conditions. The contractor is set to repair the damage for free now that the summer events have concluded.
Key points
- The charity behind Dorking Bandstand stated that cracks in the flooring are cosmetic and the structure is safe.
- Project overseer Alan Moore blamed extreme weather—severe rain during concrete pouring and intense heat during setting—for causing the lower layer to shrink and crack the top screed.
- The contractor is returning to fix the damage for free following the end of the summer's music performances.
- The new flooring will include a sealant along join lines to prevent future cracks.
- The £260,000 bandstand was built as a memorial to Covid-19 victims and opened in June.