KENDAL VISION - INSPIRATION FOR CHANGE IN KENDAL

EMERGING IDEAS BRINGING NATURE INTO THE TOWN The workshops highlighted that whilst Kendal is surrounded by beautiful countryside, common reference to ‘The auld grey town’ reflects the lack of trees and the severance of the river from the town centre. The greening of the retail heart and key movement corridors were proposed, as well as better linkage and views to the river. Below: Existing Condition Green space occurs almost entirely outside of the town centre. The high street has no street trees. From the town centre there are glimpses towards the green hills that surround Kendal. Right: Proposed Condition Connecting Kendal’s green surroundings to the town centre. Revitalising the town by creating a “green heart” in Kendal. SUSTAINABLE KENDAL RIVER KENT HISTORIC TOWN CENTRE ARTS, CULTURE & LEISURE KEEP COLLABORATING - THINKING AHEAD! 12 9 4 3 2 1 Key Themes Addressed: Woodland Fields, pastures and heath Water MAKING THE MOST OF KENDAL’S ASSETS KENDAL VISION 2020 | THE POSSIBILITIES 60