A £2 million revamp of a Carlisle street will be officially opened next month with a party.
Work began on Devonshire Street in February to install outdoor seating, new street furniture, benches, cycle parking, trees, and plants.
It will officially open week commencing August 5.
The Government-funded investment aims to create a high-quality, welcoming environment for residents, businesses, and visitors alike, Cumberland Council said.
The authority, in collaboration with local contractors Eric Wright Civil Engineering Limited and businesses on Devonshire Street, is inviting the community to join a celebration event on, Saturday August 3 from 1pm to 6pm.
A music stage will be set up at the base of Devonshire Street, near Lowther Street, featuring performances by local bands.
The Devonshire Street project is part of a broader regeneration initiative in Carlisle, which includes:
- Carlisle Southern Gateway Project on English Street, aiming to regenerate the southern entrance to the city. This project is expected to be completed by spring 2025.
- Carlisle Station Gateway Project, involving partial pedestrianisation of Court Square and enhanced accessibility from George Square, and will be finalised in 2027.
- Market Square and Greenmarket Regeneration Project, starting this summer, which will create a 6,000-square-metre multifunctional events space and relocate the war memorial with the support of the British Legion. This project is set to be completed by spring 2025.
Leader of Cumberland Council Mark Fryer, said: “The investment in Carlisle city centre is testament to Cumberland Council’s commitment to the city’s growth and development.
“We would like to thank our contractor, Eric Wright Civil Engineering Limited, for finalising the work. I would also like to thank all the businesses on Devonshire Street and residents of Carlisle, for their patience and co-operation during this project.
“The new revitalised area in Carlisle will help to promote positive outcomes for the health and well-being of our entire community, while attracting more footfall and boosting economic activity.”
