Shipping Brow Improvements
This page contains details on the improvements
being undertaken to the Shipping Brow area of
Maryport. Full plans can be viewed and downloaded at the bottom of
the page.
The works are to be carried out as part of the
Maryport Townscape Heritage Initiative, which is being funded by
the Heritage Lottery Fund, West Lakes Renaissance and Allerdale
Borough Council.
The improvements will use high-quality,
natural materials and have been designed to showcase Shipping
Brow’s breathtaking views over the Solway Firth and its rich
architectural heritage. Shipping Brow is home to some of the oldest
and most prominent buildings within Maryport, and these
improvements will run alongside the MTHI programme of renovation
for derelict properties across the town centre. The Golden Lion
Hotel and former Carlton Cinema are ear-marked for renovation as
part of the wider MTHI Scheme.
Planned improvements include the introduction
of terraced areas on each side of Shipping Brow, which will
incorporate raised areas. An innovative lighting scheme has been
incorporated into the design of the terraces, helping to soften
paved areas. Existing pavements either side will also be
widened and resurfaced with high-quality, natural materials such as
granite.
Other improvements outlined include:
- Improved pedestrian signage
- Bespoke street furniture
Works are scheduled to begin in January 2009 and will
run alongside the on-going improvements to key buildings across
Maryport Town Centre.
Designs were displayed in Maryport Town Hall,
Senhouse Street in the office above the Tourist Information
Centre during January 2008, and can also be downloaded at the
bottom of this page.
For further details contact Allerdale’s T.H.I Officer on 01900
702568 or email regeneration@allerdale.gov.uk.
You can also let us know your thoughts by completing an online
e-form.