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The Irish Sun
16-07-2025
- Business
- The Irish Sun
Pretty seaside town reveals £3million revamp with new central garden and kids playground to ‘transform' centre
AN idyllic seaside town is set to get a £3 million transformation, with a stunning garden and kids' playground to be built. The project will be inspired by early-19th century Advertisement 2 Worthing is set for a £3.1 million revamp Credit: Getty - Contributor 2 Montague Place is set to be transformed into Montague Gardens Credit: Worthing Borough council Montague Place, in Worthing, West Sussex, is set to be transformed into Montague Gardens, over the course of 12 to 15 months, with work having started this week. A spokesperson for Worthing Borough Council said: "The emphasis is on increasing biodiversity with a green space that links the seafront to the nearby Liverpool Gardens." Plans for the multi-million pound transformation, include a green living wall, a Worthing place sign, and a performance and sundeck area. The tarmac in the square will be removed, and replaced with paving, and 30 new trees will be planted in the area. Advertisement Read more travel stories A lawn area and sociable seating will also be created, to allow residents and visitors to relax and connect with each other. More lighting will also be installed, to ensure the area is safer at night. Cafes and restaurants will be given the opportunity to have outdoor seating, and a hospitality kiosk will be built, so that visitors can purchase refreshments whilst enjoying the gardens. Children will also be able to enjoy a brand new playground, inspired by Worthing's seaside heritage. Advertisement Most read in News Travel Exclusive The play-park will also feature information boards on kelp restoration, and tactile fixed play equipment, that will allow kids to use their information. The £3.1 million project is being funded by £2.7 million from the council's Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) Strategic Fund and £400,000 of pooled business rates agreed with West Sussex County Council. We live in UK's 'worst' seaside town – tourists say it's rundown and crime is a problem but here's why locals love it 'It's great news that work on Montague Gardens has started", said Councillor Rita Garner, Worthing's deputy leader and cabinet member for regeneration. "This lively and attractive green space will revitalise the town centre, creating a welcoming and vibrant setting to meet in and relax for residents and visitors of all ages.' Advertisement Councillor Garry Wall, West Sussex County Council's cabinet member for economy and skills, added: 'I am looking forward to this excellent partnership project coming forward through the Growth Deal with Worthing Borough Council. "This initiative will support Worthing town centre and the seafront economy. "After extensive planning, all agreements are now in place and we are excited to move forward.' Montague Gardens is the third regeneration project to begin in Worthing, following improvements to Portland Road, and ongoing construction works in Railway approach. Advertisement These projects are part of a wider regeneration plan for Worthing, as part of the Worthing Growth Deal. This comes as another seaside town, , in Suffolk is set to get a brand new £6m waterfront revamp, including a two-storey restaurant and cafe area. Sutton on Sea in Lincolnshire also recently underwent a £7.8 million refurbishment including a revamp of the maple leaf pool and a new children's play area and tennis court . Advertisement
Scottish Sun
16-07-2025
- Business
- Scottish Sun
Pretty seaside town reveals £3million revamp with new central garden and kids playground to ‘transform' centre
The project will be inspired by early-19th century seaside gardens NEW SLATE Pretty seaside town reveals £3million revamp with new central garden and kids playground to 'transform' centre Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) AN idyllic seaside town is set to get a £3 million transformation, with a stunning garden and kids' playground to be built. The project will be inspired by early-19th century seaside gardens, and aims to breathe new life into the town centre, and attract more tourists. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 2 Worthing is set for a £3.1 million revamp Credit: Getty - Contributor 2 Montague Place is set to be transformed into Montague Gardens Credit: Worthing Borough council Montague Place, in Worthing, West Sussex, is set to be transformed into Montague Gardens, over the course of 12 to 15 months, with work having started this week. A spokesperson for Worthing Borough Council said: "The emphasis is on increasing biodiversity with a green space that links the seafront to the nearby Liverpool Gardens." Plans for the multi-million pound transformation, include a green living wall, a Worthing place sign, and a performance and sundeck area. The tarmac in the square will be removed, and replaced with paving, and 30 new trees will be planted in the area. A lawn area and sociable seating will also be created, to allow residents and visitors to relax and connect with each other. More lighting will also be installed, to ensure the area is safer at night. Cafes and restaurants will be given the opportunity to have outdoor seating, and a hospitality kiosk will be built, so that visitors can purchase refreshments whilst enjoying the gardens. Children will also be able to enjoy a brand new playground, inspired by Worthing's seaside heritage. The play-park will also feature information boards on kelp restoration, and tactile fixed play equipment, that will allow kids to use their information. The £3.1 million project is being funded by £2.7 million from the council's Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) Strategic Fund and £400,000 of pooled business rates agreed with West Sussex County Council. We live in UK's 'worst' seaside town – tourists say it's rundown and crime is a problem but here's why locals love it 'It's great news that work on Montague Gardens has started", said Councillor Rita Garner, Worthing's deputy leader and cabinet member for regeneration. "This lively and attractive green space will revitalise the town centre, creating a welcoming and vibrant setting to meet in and relax for residents and visitors of all ages.' Councillor Garry Wall, West Sussex County Council's cabinet member for economy and skills, added: 'I am looking forward to this excellent partnership project coming forward through the Growth Deal with Worthing Borough Council. "This initiative will support Worthing town centre and the seafront economy. "After extensive planning, all agreements are now in place and we are excited to move forward.' Montague Gardens is the third regeneration project to begin in Worthing, following improvements to Portland Road, and ongoing construction works in Railway approach. These projects are part of a wider regeneration plan for Worthing, as part of the Worthing Growth Deal. This comes as another seaside town, Lowestoft, in Suffolk is set to get a brand new £6m waterfront revamp, including a two-storey restaurant and cafe area. Sutton on Sea in Lincolnshire also recently underwent a £7.8 million refurbishment including a revamp of the maple leaf pool and a new children's play area and tennis court.
Yahoo
08-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Road junction could be replaced with 'pocket park'
A road junction could be closed and replaced with a "pocket park" as part of new plans to re-design a Sussex village's shopping area. Adur District Council has released plans for changes to Lancing in North Road, North Farm Road and Penstone Park aimed and making the area more pedestrian friendly. The changes would be funded through money from a partnership with West Sussex County Council, with work potentially beginning at the start of 2026 if approved. Councillor Becky Allinson, cabinet member for regeneration, said the plans aim to "revitalise the village" and make it greener and more accessible. The new park in the North Farm Road junction would include trees, planting and seating to "encourage people to spend time" outdoors. Also included in the plans are a new planting and seating area at the end of Penstone Park, with the entrance made one way and the road narrowed. West Sussex County Councillor Garry Wall, cabinet member for economy, said the scheme could be funded buy pooling money from business rates to "support delivery of a viable scheme". A consultation on the plans, which are available on the district council's website, will run until 27 July. Follow BBC Sussex on Facebook, on X, and on Instagram. Send your story ideas to southeasttoday@ or WhatsApp us on 08081 002250. Parking charges introduced for motorcycles Council recognised for cycling and walking plans Adur District Council
BBC News
08-06-2025
- Business
- BBC News
Lancing road junction could be closed for park, Adur Council says
A road junction could be closed and replaced with a "pocket park" as part of new plans to re-design a Sussex village's shopping District Council has released plans for changes to Lancing in North Road, North Farm Road and Penstone Park aimed and making the area more pedestrian changes would be funded through money from a partnership with West Sussex County Council, with work potentially beginning at the start of 2026 if Becky Allinson, cabinet member for regeneration, said the plans aim to "revitalise the village" and make it greener and more accessible. The new park in the North Farm Road junction would include trees, planting and seating to "encourage people to spend time" included in the plans are a new planting and seating area at the end of Penstone Park, with the entrance made one way and the road Sussex County Councillor Garry Wall, cabinet member for economy, said the scheme could be funded buy pooling money from business rates to "support delivery of a viable scheme".A consultation on the plans, which are available on the district council's website, will run until 27 July.
Yahoo
08-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Road junction could be replaced with 'pocket park'
A road junction could be closed and replaced with a "pocket park" as part of new plans to re-design a Sussex village's shopping area. Adur District Council has released plans for changes to Lancing in North Road, North Farm Road and Penstone Park aimed and making the area more pedestrian friendly. The changes would be funded through money from a partnership with West Sussex County Council, with work potentially beginning at the start of 2026 if approved. Councillor Becky Allinson, cabinet member for regeneration, said the plans aim to "revitalise the village" and make it greener and more accessible. The new park in the North Farm Road junction would include trees, planting and seating to "encourage people to spend time" outdoors. Also included in the plans are a new planting and seating area at the end of Penstone Park, with the entrance made one way and the road narrowed. West Sussex County Councillor Garry Wall, cabinet member for economy, said the scheme could be funded buy pooling money from business rates to "support delivery of a viable scheme". A consultation on the plans, which are available on the district council's website, will run until 27 July. Follow BBC Sussex on Facebook, on X, and on Instagram. Send your story ideas to southeasttoday@ or WhatsApp us on 08081 002250. Parking charges introduced for motorcycles Council recognised for cycling and walking plans Adur District Council
