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BBC News
2 days ago
- Business
- BBC News
Worthing £3m town centre renovation starts
Work has begun on the creation of a £3m new green space to link a West Sussex town centre to the Montague Place will be transformed into Montague Gardens in a joint venture between Worthing Borough Council (WBC) and West Sussex County for the site include a stand-out Worthing place sign, a green living wall and a sundeck area at the north end to welcome residents and Garner, WBC's deputy leader and cabinet member for regeneration, said the green space would "revitalise the town centre" and create a "welcoming and vibrant setting" for everyone. Local company Edburton Contractors was appointed to undertake the work, which is due to be done in phases over a 12 to 15-month changes include planting up to 30 new trees and drought-resistant planting, as well as more lighting to increase safety in the evening, said the local authorities are also creating a new play area that celebrates Worthing's seaside heritage and highlights kelp restoration. Funded by the Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) Strategic Fund and business rates, the works will cost £3.1m in Gardens will become the third public realm regeneration project within the current Worthing Growth Deal, a partnership between the two Garry Wall, West Sussex County Council's cabinet member for economy and skills, said he was "looking forward" to the project."This initiative will support Worthing town centre and the seafront economy," he said."All agreements are now in place and we are excited to move forward."
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.
The Sun
16-07-2025
- Business
- The 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 seaside gardens, and aims to breathe new life into the town centre, and attract more tourists. 2 2 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.
BBC News
01-06-2025
- Business
- BBC News
Worthing community groups urged to check grant eligibility
Community groups and organisations are being urged to find out if their projects are eligible for council message from Worthing Borough Council comes as the authority reopens its Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) Neighbourhood for up to £5,000 from the pot of £145,000 will open in September, but groups are being invited to express their interest fund is made up of a proportion of the payments collected from developers building in the area so the impact felt by residents can be offset. The council is looking for projects that provide direct benefits to the community and environment and also build "inclusive and connected" workshops are being held across the borough so groups can find out more about the than £200,000 was given to community groups through the CIL Neighbourhood Fund in 2024.
