IDEAS
Take a look at some of Our Green Warrington's ideas for a quirkier, greener and more inclusive Warrington. Do get in touch if you would like input or assistance with placemaking, protecting and enhancing green space and our natural habitats, or perhaps you have ideas and suggestions to send to us. Do get in touch!
MAKE WARRINGTON A "NATIONAL PARK TOWN"
There is a movement gaining momentum in its quest to create "national park cities":
" National Park Cities are a way to rethink cities, their futures and how we inhabit them. They will improve the health of their citizens and play their part in stabilising our common climate, and restoring the natural world. Our aim is for there to be at least 25 National Park Cities by 2025."
National Park City Foundation
Why not lead the way for "National Park Towns" as well? There would be a lot of work to do, but (at the moment) Warrington's greatest asset is its access to stunning natural green space.
USE WARRINGTON WATERWAYS
Warrington has an abundance of waterways - from the River Mersey to the Manchester Ship Canal; from Sankey Brook to the Bridgewater Canal. Why not work to develop countryside cycle and walking routes better linking North, South, East and West?
This could be a key to creating a "National Park Town"
Have a look at the Canal & River Trust website and the work they are doing to help create waterfront pathways here
GLAMPING AND OUTDOOR LIVING
With so many (at present) areas of attractive green and blue landscape and Warrington's proximity (at present) to stunning open countryside, we could encourage investment from business in outdoor living and camping destinations, perhaps working with groups like Green Angels to create outdoor experiences for all ages and abilities.
Eco lodges, yurts, outdoor kitchens, woodland cafes and relaxation areas could be added to selected sites for recreation and healthy living
COMMISSION LOCAL ARTISTS TO HELP MAKE OUR PUBLIC REALM MORE INTERESTING
Public art, attractive and quirky street furniture, tiny detailed and creative additions to our buildings in the public realm - can all show us that our shared spaces matter.
Take a look at a wonderful example originating in Sweden
here
CREATE NEW TOWN CENTRE
LANDMARKS
Iconic buildings, popular structures and recognisable landscapes can help to anchor a place, and provide a sense of history and indentity.
It would benefit the town economically, socially and psychologically if Warrington were to move away from generic building design, bland housing developments and unimaginative streetscapes and instead work towards creating a place that is interesting, safe, fun and most importantly - visited!
Find out more about our ideas for creating new landmarks and interesting places in the town centre here
