KENDAL VISION - INSPIRATION FOR CHANGE IN KENDAL

1 2 4 5 6 7 3 QUOTE FROM WORKSHOP PARTICIPANT (SATURDAY 5TH OCTOBER 2019) “Some of the town’s best assets are compromised by some of its worst…” WALKABOUTS EAST & SOUTH - INCLUDING EAST SIDE OF THE RIVER AROUND CANAL HEAD, WATERSIDE & ABBOT HALL The river is central to the town’s identity and connectivity. The domestic refuse collection and SLDC depot relocated to reduce vehicle impacts in the town. That Anord Mardix be offered alternative accommodation, further reducing town centre traffic and the site be considered for re- development. The canal head area including the SLDC depot and domestic waste site all be regenerated to provide flats and houses with mixed- use and cafes around the basin. South Lakes Housing, working with residents, review housing provision at Waterside to provide better quality, energy efficient, affordable homes. Many of the Kirkland area independent shops remain viable. All agreed that an arts themed expansion could provide shop use and attract larger footfall. Abbot Hall Art Gallery to become more visible through its original entrance with the existing improvement works and integration of the park through the positioning of the new café. KENDAL VISION 2020 | THE EVENT THAT CHANGED KENDAL 142