Contractors appointed to start work on Gosport's new 'People's Park'
Landscaping for a new 2,000sqm public park in Gosport will start in late Spring this year after contractors were appointed by the Council.
Local contractors PMC Construction & Development Services will in the coming months begin working on landscaping the new park - which is due to open in Summer 2025.
The park will allow more people to enjoy views across Portsmouth Harbour, and make the most of the location to draw more residents and visitors into the town centre.
The second phase for the development of the new park will include:
- a new performance structure to host live events on the waterfront
- a new concessions building within the park for cafes and bars
Planning applications for these will be published in due course, and the local community will be invited to have their say via the planning process. This second phase of the project is due to be completed by Summer 2026.
New and improved public toilets - including an accessible 'Changing Places' facility - and a new ticket kiosk for the Gosport Ferry will also be built as part of the redevelopment.
This area will become a revitalised and sustainable gateway to Gosport's town centre for residents and visitors to enjoy alike - whether they arrive at the nearby ferry port or bus interchange.
Councillor Peter Chegwyn, Leader of Gosport Borough Council said: "This is great news for Gosport. A new 'People's Park' will open up Gosport's waterfront for greater public use and provide an attractive open space to complement the adjacent Falkland Gardens.
"New hospitality units will allow residents and visitors to enjoy facilities like new bars, restaurants and bistros in an attractive waterfront setting while listening to live music on the new bandstand.
"The development will create new jobs and boost Gosport's economy as well as providing a catalyst for improving the nearby High Street and town centre. It's an exciting time for Gosport as the Council delivers this important town centre regeneration scheme."
The decision to appoint contractors was taken at the Council's Policy & Organisation Board meeting on Thursday 2 January.
Published 17 February 2025
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