Time capsule buried by Redcar pupils at The Lookout

Pupils from Lakes Primary School and Wilton Primary Academy in Redcar have buried a time capsule at the site of The Lookout, a new development in Redcar town centre.

Harry, Aria, Katie and Lillian were among the pupils who helped seal and bury the capsule filled with letters and messages to their future selves, creating a snapshot of life in Redcar today for generations to come.

Local school children bury a time capsule at The Lookout in Redcar. (Image: Stuart Boulton)

The capsule has been buried on the High Street side of the development, just outside the attraction, where it will remain hidden until it is one day rediscovered.

The Lookout is one of the flagship projects in the Redcar Town Deal programme that aims to create a modern community hub featuring a library, learning spaces, family-friendly attractions, food and drink outlets, and a programme of year-round events.

Once complete, The Lookout will offer digital technology and learning areas, flexible indoor and outdoor event spaces, and family-friendly activities.

Local school children bury a time capsule at The Lookout in Redcar. (Image: Stuart Boulton)

Jacqui Hutchinson of RCVDA coordinated the event with the help of the schools and Robertson Construction North East.

Ms Hutchinson said: “This was a lovely opportunity for local children to become part of the story of The Lookout.

“The messages they’ve placed inside the time capsule will give future generations a glimpse into what life was like in Redcar today.

“The Lookout is all about creating opportunities, learning and experiences for local people, so it’s fitting that young people have played such an important role in this milestone.”

The scheme follows extensive public consultation and sits alongside other Town Deal projects aimed at regenerating Redcar’s town centre and seafront.

Local school children bury a time capsule at The Lookout in Redcar. (Image: Stuart Boulton)

Cllr Alec Brown, leader of Redcar & Cleveland Borough Council, said: “It’s fantastic to see local schoolchildren helping mark this exciting stage in the development of The Lookout.

“Burying a time capsule is a great way of connecting the town’s future with its present, and I hope the children will look back proudly knowing they’ve contributed to a project that will benefit Redcar for years to come.”

Local school children bury a time capsule at The Lookout in Redcar. (Image: Stuart Boulton)

As construction continues, the community is being reminded that the heart of Redcar remains open and ready to welcome shoppers, diners, and day-trippers alike.

The visit ended on an even sweeter note for the pupils, with an ice cream from iconic Italian parlour, Pacitto’s.

For more information on the Lookout and other Redcar Town Deal projects, visit: https://redcarcleveland.uk.engagementhq.com/hub-page/redcar-town-deal