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The work got under way yesterday after we received a licence from the government's Marine Management Organisation last week.
The dredging, being carried out by specialist contractors, should take about two months to complete, subject to weather conditions and any unforeseen circumstances.
Once that’s done, the two faulty sluice gates will be replaced.
It’s all due to be finished by the end of May, meaning the lake can re-open at the beginning of June just in time for the summer season.
Marine Lake will finally be brought back into use as an outdoor swimming and water sports destination, featuring activities such as paddle boarding and kayaking.
We also hope yoga classes, theatre and live music events can take place around the lake, to make it a real community hub.
Looking forward, we’re working closely with community group Weston Marine Lake Mudlarks on the future arrangements for the restored lake.
Our £300,000 investment in Weston’s Marine Lake is part of our £700,000 Great Lakes project, which also involves work to revitalise Clevedon's Marine Lake and Portishead Lake Grounds.