A £3 million bid is being developed to help revitalise Egremont.
A town team has developed three projects to put forward for cash from Borderlands Inclusive Growth Funding.
Now, people will have a chance to have a closer look at the proposals next Tuesday, December 10, between 2pm and 7pm at Egremont Market Hall.
The three schemes are:
Redevelopment of the former Red Lion site
This project will see the redevelopment of this vacant town centre site to provide a new public space.
The proposal could create new ‘buildings’ on-site, offering pop-up vendor locations, play/gym equipment, maker spaces and landscaping.
Development of Florence Arts Centre
This project will develop the cultural and heritage offer at the centre and involve both construction and landscaping work to improve access and increase opportunities for the community, artists and creative groups to use the space, while also incorporating green technologies.
Connecting Egremont
This project will develop new signage and information boards to support the development of a Town Trail, promoting the town’s key attractions.
It will also consider electric vehicle charging points, campervan spaces and additional cycle parking, to encourage visitors and residents to stay longer in the town centre.
The town team, made up of representatives from the community, is chaired by Councillor Sam Pollen.
He said: “We are delighted to be welcoming members of the public to our exhibition, where they will see the options being considered and images linked to each project.
“We want people to input into the development of the projects so we can be sure we are progressing what is right for Egremont, our residents and our businesses.
“Getting these schemes right will provide real potential for Egremont and I would encourage people to come and have their say.”
Leader of Cumberland Council, Mark Fryer, added: “These plans have been developed by representatives of the Egremont community and now it is time to share them wider. It is important that everyone in the area is given the opportunity to have their say.
“Place plans are also being developed for other areas in Cumberland including Wigton and Longtown.”
An online survey will also be available between Tuesday December 10 and Wednesday January 8 at www.cumberland.gov.uk/have-your-say
