A DATE has been set for the demolition of the Westbury chimney.

The landmark chimney, subject to the correct weather conditions, will be brought down by controlled explosion on Sunday, September 18, at around 6.45am – the exact time will be announced nearer the date.

The demolition of the 400ft chimney will symbolically mark the end of over 40 years of cement production at the site, which was closed in 2009.

Jonathan Toyn, Senior Estates Manager at Tarmac, the company which owns the site, said: "Tarmac is asking members of the public to view the demolition only from the safety of the White Horse viewing area rather than watching from nearby footpaths or farmers fields.

“The White Horse viewing area gives an outstanding view of the whole site and the community will be able to see this much anticipated event safely at a distance.

“The White Horse viewing area will also be the only location where Tarmac will provide people with a count-down to the moment of the demolition so they do not miss the spectacular event.

"We are grateful to local residents for their continuing support and cooperation whilst demolition of much of the site has been underway and we will of course ensure the local community is kept updated on our plans.”

If you have any queries about the demolition, contact Daniel Daniels on 01905 391 047.