People have until January 2 to have their say about two schemes put forward to help revamp Maryport.
Cumberland Council is asking people to vote on a new name for the Wave Centre, which is about to undergo major refurbishment, colours for new public realm signs, and a new emblem depicting Maryport which will be used on those signs.
Schoolchildren across Maryport have come up with a list of potential names for the Wave Centre. They have taken the building’s future use, and elements of the town’s history, as their inspiration and the shortlist of suggestions is:
- The Maryport Adventure Centre
- Maryport Activity Centre
- Maryport Adventure Hub
- The White Star Centre
- Broadside
There are three options for the colour of the new signs, which will include classic fingerposts and monoliths featuring maps and a specially-commissioned illustration by Maryport artist Alan Roper. The colours have been chosen to be as visually accessible as possible using contrasting text that is very readable.
The new emblem for the town will be used on finials on top of the fingerposts, and be incorporated on the monoliths. The designs include Maryport’s historic lighthouse, the famous Christ Church, and a maritime theme.
Voting is open now and will continue until 5pm on Tuesday January 2.
Fill in a survey at https://www.cumberland.gov.uk/news/2023/get-involved-maryport-transformation
