Designs for two key projects have entered the next stage of planning approval in Cleethorpes. The 'Stage 3' concept designs for Market Place and Pier Gardens are heading into the democratic process, being scrutinised by panel members on July 15, and then Cabinet after that. The outline concepts were originally developed in the Cleethorpes Masterplan, which had responses from thousands of people, saying what they wanted to see in the spaces in the future.
Since then, there have been detailed discussions with local businesses, drop-in sessions and online engagement for anyone to give their views, as well as group sessions with creative people, young people and other potential users of the spaces. In Pier Gardens, the new design harks back to the historic use of space, where people went to spend time. The new vision brings people of all ages and abilities together, and creates a more family-orientated area, alongside areas for quiet reflection and education, whilst also increasing biodiversity in the resort.
READ MORE: Huge fire breaks out at Cleethorpes' Jungle Zoo Keep up to date with all the latest breaking news and top stories from Grimsby with our free newsletter The design proposes a “zoning” system to provide this mix of uses, which will provide a mixture of uses across the park with a consistent theme throughout. - arrival space at Sea Road/Alexandra Road junction, creating a welcoming space to the gardens; - events zone to support a mixture of activities/events that.
