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Shaped by the Landscape
Shaped by the Landscape
The proposed public open spaces are designed to create a high-quality green infrastructure that responds to the site’s rural edge setting and builds on the existing landscape framework.
Existing hedgerows will be largely retained and enhanced with new tree planting to form green corridors across the development. These corridors will help soften new buildings, support wildlife, and provide walking and cycling routes that link public open spaces with the surrounding countryside.
Comprehensive green infrastructure network
Key to comprehensive green infrastructure network
Key public open spaces
Key public open spaces
Community Parklands in the eastern part of the site, featuring a Sports Hub, allotments, a community orchard, meadow landscapes and a Forest School.
A historical trail celebrating the area’s colliery heritage and former railway line, with interpretation boards.
New woodland along the north-eastern edge of the site, extending existing woodland habitats and encouraging exploration through mown paths.
Play spaces, including Neighbourhood Equipped Areas of Play (NEAPs) near the woodland and Local Equipped Areas of Play (LEAPs) within hilltop parks.
Hilltop parks located at higher points within the site, offering views across the Vale and visual connections to the Grade II listed Mayshill Farm.
A network of walking and cycling routes will connect all open spaces and link to existing public rights of way, supporting active lifestyles and informal recreation.
Example of natural play provision
Example of community food production
Green Infrastructure
Green Infrastructure
New tree planting using native and ornamental species to enhance streets, entrances and public spaces.
Sustainable drainage features, including wet basins and rain gardens, to manage surface water while supporting wildlife and pollinators.
Retained and enhanced hedgerows forming a strong green network for people and wildlife.
Wildflower meadows and grassland areas to increase biodiversity and seasonal interest.
Enhanced planting along boundaries to screen views and strengthen the transition between the development, existing homes and the rural landscape.
Example attentuation features
Example of a green corridor
Find out more about the proposals:
If you have any questions, please contact Avril Baker Consultancy, consultation coordinators
E-mail: froglane@abc-pr.co.uk
Phone: 0117 977 2002
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