This phase of development was approved in August 2022 and includes the internal loop road, drainage and over 11 hectares of public open space with a variety of play spaces across the scheme.
Following a period of poor weather which delayed work on the play areas between Phases 1 and 2, we are pleased to report that great progress has been made. As can be seen from the photographs below, the play equipment is fully installed, and the area is turfed. Once the turf has settled in, the play area will be available for use. This should take approximately 3-5 weeks.
The remainder of the open space has been cultivated and prepared for seeding and should be completed by early February. A further period of approximately 8-10 weeks will be required to allow the grass to mature.
Open Space and Play Area between Phases 1 and 2
Following a period of poor weather which delayed work on the play areas between Phases 1 and 2, we are pleased to report that great progress has been made. As can be seen from the photographs below, the play equipment is fully installed, and the area is turfed. Once the turf has settled in, the play area will be available for use. This should take approximately 3-5 weeks.
The remainder of the open space has been cultivated and prepared for seeding and should be completed by early February. A further period of approximately 8-10 weeks will be required to allow the grass to mature.
An opening event is being planned for later this year to celebrate its completion.
Replacement Planting Phases 1 and 2
Following an audit of the trees around the initial phases of development it was established that a number of them had either died or been vandalised. A programme of action has been put in place to ensure that these trees are replaced within the current planting season. We would ask that residents are vigilant and report any acts of vandalism to the police if they witness any acts of destruction.
Travel Plan information
In order to provide Travel Plan information to residents, the Autumn Travel Plan Newsletter can be accessed here
The Bridleway Open to All Traffic (BOAT)
Discussions are taking place with the LPA and PROW teams at WSC and SCC to agree a temporary surface to enable the PROW to be re-opened.