Images released of improvements to Truro’s Quays
New visualisations have been released to showcase upcoming improvements to Truro’s quayside as part of ongoing works to create attractive, welcoming spaces for residents and visitors to enjoy.
The images illustrate a range of enhancements to Garras Wharf, Town Quay and Lemon Quay subway, designed to strengthen connections between the city centre and Truro River.
Funded by the Town Deal programme, the works include new landscaping and tree planting, improved public realm, enhanced cycle parking, upgraded surfacing, new seating areas and improved access routes between Lemon Quay, Town Quay and the wider harbour area.
It follows the enhancement works to Lemon Quay, which marks its completion this month. Truro Town Deal also funded the removal of the derelict Compton Castle paddle steamer last year. Visualisation boards explaining the project are set to be installed on site this week.
Chris Jones, Harbour Master for Truro, said: ”These visualisations bring to life the work that is unfolding to improve Truro’s waterfront and public spaces over the coming months, off the back of the improvements we have already delivered.
“It coincides with our ongoing dredging campaign at Town Quay, which is proving successful so far. The dredging will open up access for a wider range of vessels to use our quays, which will then receive an attractive welcome to the city from our harbour.”
At Town Quay, plans include the introduction of new steps to strengthen pedestrian routes from Morlaix Avenue and Lemon Quay. The creation of a new area of public realm will offer improved views of the river and historic harbour, alongside landscaping designed to enhance biodiversity and provide shelter.
At Lemon Quay Subway, works include widening the subway entrance, improving accessibility and lighting, and introducing new planting, seating and landscaping to create a more inviting environment and better links to the river.
Meanwhile, improvements at Garras Wharf would deliver new landscaping and enhanced cycle parking facilities to encourage sustainable travel and improve the approach into Truro Harbour.
Alan Stanhope, Chair of Truro Town Deal, said: ”These works represent a significant investment in Truro’s future and put into action our ambition to create a thriving, vibrant and connected city.
“The improvements will help people engage more closely with our historic harbour and river while delivering high-quality public spaces that benefit the whole community.”
Truro Town Deal Board, in partnership with Cornwall Council, successfully bid for a Town Deal worth £23.6 million to support a range of projects that will contribute to the city’s regeneration and boost the local economy. Cornwall Council is the lead authority for Cornwall Town Deals and supports the governance role of the Truro Town Deal Board and administrates the fund.
Full project details can be found at https://letstalk.cornwall.gov.uk/truro-harbour.
