WORK has started on the second phase of a bold project to rejuvenate the Bewsey and Dallam areas of Warrington.
The “Grey 2 Green” project is designed to transform the two areas long regarded as the borough’s most deprived wards.
They will bring a range of environmental improvements to the area.
Phase 1 of the project was completed in April last year, with improvements – including the introduction of enhanced public realm, tree planting, new cycle priorities and renewed parking facilities – made in key locations on Longshaw Street, Lodge Lane, Higham Avenue and Dalton Avenue.
The £1.2m Phase 2 improvements will be focused around Longshaw Street, from Dallam Brook to the junction of Hawley’s Lane; and Hawley’s Lane, from the junction with Boulting Avenue to
the railway bridge.
The work includes new areas of high quality public realm and resurfacing to enhance the street scene along this corridor, including the introduction of tree planting.
It will be complemented by the introduction of traffic calming measures and new pedestrian crossings at key locations, improvements to facilities for cyclists, as well as an
extension to the existing car park on the already established community playing fields.
The scheme has been designed to complement existing and forthcoming developments in the area.
Warrington Borough Council’s lead member for highways, transportation and public realm, Cllr Hans Mundry, carried out the official sod-cutting ceremony. He was
accompanied by council leader, Cllr Terry O’Neill; deputy leader, Cllr Russ Bowden and Bewsey and Whitecross ward members.
Cllr Mundry said: “It’s great news that the second phase of the Grey to Green project is getting under way. This project really is transforming the area and creating an nvironment the community can be proud of.
“This range of highways and public realm improvements will bring massive benefits to local people, and build on the fantastic work carried out as part of phase 1 of this project. It’s another major step forward in our work to regenerate Bewsey and Dallam – and make it a greener, safer and healthier place.”
Warrington Borough Council has appointed Dowhigh Ltd to carry out the programme of works, which is due to complete in October.
Pictured below:(l-r) Cllr Steve Wright; council leader Terry O’Neill; Cllr Hans Mundry; Cllr Sarah Hall
