Esplanade Improvement Scheme

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The southern section of the Esplanade will be enhanced by resurfacing and widening pavements, and introducing new seating. This will complement the northern, seaward-side of the Esplanade which was previously improved. Some of the existing parking bays on the Esplanade will be relocated to Dundas and Bath Street to allow the pavements to be widened. The project will also improve Dundas and Bath Street to help link the High Street and Esplanade.



The southern section of the Esplanade will be enhanced by resurfacing and widening pavements, and introducing new seating. This will complement the northern, seaward-side of the Esplanade which was previously improved. Some of the existing parking bays on the Esplanade will be relocated to Dundas and Bath Street to allow the pavements to be widened. The project will also improve Dundas and Bath Street to help link the High Street and Esplanade.



Esplanade Improvement Scheme Questions

Please feel free to ask the project team any questions about the Esplanade Improvement Scheme. We will aim to respond as soon as we can.

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    How will parking be monitored if you widen the paving? On busy days, the days the esplanade is supposed to be used to its best, it marred by cars illegally parking on the already widest parts of the path. I agree with moving parking, but do businesses? What is being done to preserve regular customers who visit seafront businesses? Will the new parking be free? What about disabled parking? I am a support worker for 2 disabled incidentals, one is wheelchair bound. Will disabled parking be preserved on the front to help access to the community? Do you feel that this is the most effective way to spend part of the redcar fund? I feel you would make more money hiring a member of staff to monitor parking and issue fines during the busy months and that will mean people won't park on the widest parts of the esplanade - that will widen the path and promote income. Why hasn't the improvements of our parks which are all disabled friendly been included as part of the deal? I visited ropner Park in stockton and there was actual workers maintaining the park - couldn't you use the money to improve ecosystems, clean waterways, plant more trees and build better children's areas. By having better parks and better maintained public spaces, it will attract those who wish to move away from cities and live in seafront locations. More houses will be sold and redcar will become a more attractive place. What is being done to stop continued vandalism of the esplanade. You have years old cctv systems, can anything else be done to prevent continued damage? What would be the point in us improving areas if residents keep destroying what you do. Can a deal be made with the police to make individuals guilty of vandalism to contribute towards fixing vandalism and pick up litter? Issuing fines or community orders? There are huge benefits to having better parks and local gardens. Look at what the Japanese do in how they maintain and value their green spaces. Plant blossom trees, maintain ponds, put signs out to discourage over feeding of nature, plant wildflower seeds, work with redcar crematorium and create memorial packages so people can buy a tree and plaque in memory of a loved one which can be planted anywhere in a local green area. The creation of better public places, expanding our green portfolio and better maintenance will promote better mental health, encourage out if area families to move to the area and promote our housing market and businesses. On a last note, empty buildings on the seafront needs renovating and advertising to new prospective business owners - there is no point in having a twice improved esplanade with ugly unused buildings on them.

    Kirstyob asked 3 months ago

    Dear Kirsty,

    Thank you for getting in touch. In response to some of your queries, please see the bullet-points below:

    • As is currently the case, illegal parking along the Esplanade will continue to be enforced. We would advise members of the public to report illegally parked vehicles to our Customer Services Team on 01642 774774 between 9am to 5pm Monday to Friday. You can also log illegally parked vehicles by setting up as a resident and user on our website: https://redcar-cleveland-self.achieveservice.com/en.

       
    • Businesses have been consulted and have been made aware of the proposed changes to parking. Please note that there will be a net gain of parking spaces made available due to the proposed scheme. Alternative accessible bays will be created on Bath Street and Dundas Street. A number of accessible parking spaces will also be available along the Esplanade.

       
    • Unfortunately, we are unable to utilise UK Government Levelling Up funding for revenue schemes, such as creating additional parking wardens. The funding is primarily for capital projects, such as improving Redcar’s townscape and infrastructure.

       
    • We encourage residents and visitors to report vandalism or graffiti in Redcar Town Centre via calling 01642 774774. You can also email us at contactus@redcar-cleveland.gov.uk.

       
    • New trees and greenery will be introduced as part of Redcar Town Deal, along Redcar High Street.

       
    • Our team at Rediscover Redcar (https://redcarcleveland.uk.engagementhq.com/town-centre-management) will soon be rolling out a High Street grant funding scheme, to encourage businesses to invest in our High Street, including potentially taking over derelict properties.


    We would also like to encourage you to visit our Rediscover Redcar shop unit, where one of our friendly team would be more than happy to speak to you about all of the points raised. Please find us at Rediscover Redcar, West Terrace, TS10 1DS (next door to Redcar Contemporary Art Gallery).

    Thank you.

    Best wishes,
     Redcar Town Deal Project Team

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    Why not have a pier as well it would bring in more people to redcar and would look super

    Yvonne asked 9 months ago

    Dear Yvonne,

    Thank you for your question.

    The provision for a pier is not part of the Redcar Town Deal programme.

    Best wishes,
    Redcar Town Deal Project Team

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    Can you tell me why you think it is a good idea to put seating on the shop/building side of the Esplande as it is never in the sun? There is usually a cold wind coming off the north sea so unless it is warm and sunny ( odd weeks we get during the summer months) it wont be used. It would be a good idea to do some nice planting as long as it can withstand the cold north east winds and also the wall/barrier to stop vehicles illegally parking all the way along esplanade as they do currently.

    Lesley Bishop asked 9 months ago

    Dear Lesley,

    Thank you for your comments.

    The introduction of seating is to accommodate the greater number of visitors that will now be able to access this area of the Esplanade due to the increased pavement size. Currently, visitors must cross over the busy road to the other side of the Esplanade to access public seating areas. New seating will alleviate this issue and provide greater opportunity for people to rest if required.

    In terms of greenery, we are introducing trees and other planting to both the High Street and Station Road, as part of the broader works. We are also conscious of parking issues along the Esplanade and will be working closely with Enforcement to ensure that this area is monitored particularly following the completion of the works.

    Best wishes,
    Redcar Town Deal Project Team

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    Will there still be plenty of disabled parking in the dea front?

    Sue asked 9 months ago

    Dear Sue,

    Thank you for your question.

    New accessible parking bays will be provided outside the new Culture and Leisure Anchor Attraction building. As part of the Esplanade Improvement scheme some of the existing bays along the Esplanade will be relocated to Dundas and Bath Street, to allow the pavements along the Esplanade to be widened to improve accessibility.

    Best wishes,
    Town Deal project team.

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    You are wasting money moving parking bays. No one is going to walk miles with heavy shopping. You will make redcar a ghost town if you make it inaccessible to shoppers Spend the money on access and parking close to shops. If you have to walk over 250 metres with shopping back to your car absolutely no one will visit the town centre. The town centre is in competition with Teesside Park and its free parking. Redcar town centre has been in decline. Get off your proverbial soap boxes trying to make people use public transport - it will never happen as you cannot carry shopping or get to your house. Its not going to work. Improve parking and enable people to get to the town centre

    Not happy with council decision making asked over 1 year ago

    The provision of free parking is not within the scope of the Redcar Town Deal Programme. 

    The improvements to the Esplanade involve relocating several Accessible Parking bays to Dundas and Bath Street, which will improve accessibility to the High Street. 

    The aim of the investment is to respond to changes in the way people interact with town centres. This is by increasing leisure uses and creating an environment that visitors and residents want to spend time enjoying. Further details can be found within the Redcar Town Investment Plan that can be downloaded from this website.

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    Why don’t we knock down the” vertical pier” and use the money on a proper pier. Look at Saltburn it attracts visitors (money), it always has people on it, enjoying the views, fishing etc.How is making the pavement better going to attract people? As for the cinema it looks good but I’m afraid it won’t pay it’s way!!

    Keith Gorman asked over 1 year ago

    Dear Keith,

    The Vertical Pier is not within the scope of the Town Deal projects.

    The Regent is reported to be trading well and has received fantastic reviews from both residents and visitors. The cinema has been a successful addition to the leisure offer of Redcar, helping to attract additional visitors and investment. It is also an attraction which is not weather dependent of which Redcar is in need. Further details on the performance of the cinema will be published in due course.

    The improvements will allow more events to be held in the town centre, helping to support the fantastic range of independent businesses within the area. They will also create a pleasant and welcoming environment that will help attract visitors and residents to the area. Improving the pavements and image of the area, helps to attract additional investment and increases pride in the town centre.

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    A majority of people of Redcar are not aware of this questionnaire. Shouldn't households be sent details through post so more people can have their say?

    Julie Simpson asked over 1 year ago

    The Town Deal programme has been subject to extensive public engagement from the initial identification of projects within the Town Investment Plan. 

    A variety of engagement methods have been used including consultation events on the High Street and in the Leisure Centre, 1:1 meetings with businesses and community groups, exhibitions, online surveys and postal surveys. All households in Redcar received a hand delivered survey, which informed the development of the Town Investment Plan.

    Further engagement exercises will be organised as the projects are developed. You can now subscribe to a newsletter on this page to find out about future opportunities. Community engagement activity will also continue to be advertised through social media and press releases.

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    If you lose the parking spaces on the esplanade, it will affect the ice cream businesses detrimentally. A lot of people use of an evening. The parking around the Cinema will be used for the Cinema. Loading bays can they be used of an evening? In my opinion there is a wide pavement the other side of the road. People are inherently lazy if they have to walk a distance they won't and use the amenities.

    Anita asked over 1 year ago

    Parking spaces on the Esplanade are currently either accessible bays or loading bays.  Loading bays are to be retained at the front of the Palace Hub and proposed Anchor building and nine accessible bays are also to be retained on the Esplanade.  Other accessible bays are to be re-provided on either Dundas or Bath Street.  A wider pavement is being provided to the south of the Esplanade to increase capacity.

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    Take a look at Hunstanton in Norfolk for inspiration. A great little seaside town similiar to Redcar.

    Markdighton1@hotmail.com asked over 1 year ago

    Thank you for your suggestion. We will look at Hunstanton.

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    Am I correct in believing that the intention is to restrict vehicle access along the Esplanade? if so then I am in total disagreement with this as it detracts from Redcar as a seaside destination. Parking and toilets are important for visitors especially people with children wishing to visit the beach for the day so could you please advise what provisions there will be.

    duncan asked over 1 year ago

    Vehicle access along the Esplanade is not being restricted, but accessible parking and loading bays along the south side of the Esplanade are being reduced, with some re-located to Dundas and Bath Street.  Accessible parking numbers will remain as they are currently and will be located along Esplanade, Dundas or Bath Street.  Public toilets off Moore Street will still be available and there will also be toilets provided in the new Anchor Building for visitors utilising the facilities within it. 

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