Redevelopment work in Galashiels - Galashiels Health Centre

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Redevelopment work in Galashiels - Galashiels Health Centre

Image: © Walter Baxter Taken: 12 Nov 2006

Viewed from the top of the Station Brae, the health centre is the building in the foreground. The cream and burgundy coloured walls are extensions to the existing building, comprising two single storey extensions and one 2 storey extension. The existing internal layout was also completely revamped, and all while staff and patients had to use the building. This was only possible due to a series of complicated decant moves and the goodwill of the users. Access to the building has also been difficult due to major redevelopment works taking place around the health centre, including the construction of a new inner relief road, the demolition of a nearby bridge, and the erection of two large superstores. The white building behind the health centre is the new TESCO superstore that is due to open on 4th December 2006. The health centre will soon become fully operational, but some external works have also to be completed.

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