A MASTERPLAN to transform the Parade in Leamington has been finalised.
The Parade Public Realm Concept Masterplan has been brought about by the Leamington Transformation Board which comprises key stakeholders including Leamington Town Council, Warwick District Council and Warwickshire County Council.
The plan contains a range of adaptations and changes that, combined, will create a place that will boost the economy, create a safer and accessible environment for visitors of all ages and reinforce the town’s Conservation Area status through its design.
These include exploring options to pedestrianize the Parade from Hamilton Terrace to Clarendon Avenue, a new Town Square adjacent to Town Hall extending to Livery Street and Hamilton Terrace, a water feature such as a fountain or mirror pool, integrating trees and planting, supporting cycle access, prioritising segregated cycle links on side streets along with secure cycle parking in the town , fully accessible seating, and prioritising safety with good lighting, natural surveillance and designs that consider neurodivergence and the safety of women and girls.
This is a conceptual starting point which will be further designed, planned and implemented in phases, allowing improvements in line with budget availability.
The next step is for the Leamington Transformation Board to commission the next stage of design looking in greater detail at solutions for buses, accessibility and access for deliveries and services. The conceptual masterplan will be presented to WDC’s Cabinet on February 5.
WDC’s place spokesperson Coun Chris King said: “I’m really pleased so see the progress being made with this Masterplan. Our team is working really hard to bring forward a town centre that is again the vibrant beating heart in this area for students, retail, visitors and business.
“We’ve listened to the residents of the district who share their views on what they would like to see included and that has enabled us to work collaboratively to develop this robust plan for the future of the Parade. Being central to the connectivity of the town, it will now become an important focal point for a greener and more sociable event space for the district to enjoy.”
Coun Carl Harris of Leamington Town Council added: “The Masterplan is an excellent starting point to look at detailed options for making the wonderful Parade an even more exciting and attractive place to be. I look forward to seeing further design work to identify more detailed proposals and address the issues that have been raised by the local community.”
Visit transformingleamington.co.uk for more details.
