Slaithwaite: Village Centre Enhancement Study

Village Centre Enhancement Study: Slaithwaite November 2009

The Marsden & Slaithwaite Renaissance Towns Team Yorkshire Forward and Kirklees Council

Bauman Lyons Architects Ltd. Camlin Lonsdale Landscape Architects JMP Consultants and The Simon Fenton Partnership

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Huddersfield Narrow Canal, approaching Slaithwaite in front of Globe Mill

Village Centre Enhancement : Slaithwaite : Introduction 3

Contents Executive Summary

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Part One: The Existing Condition

Introduction to Slaithwaite

Village Centre & Conservation Area

Architectural Audit

Land & Building Use

Area Character Analysis

Character Analysis - Public Realm

Key Movement Routes

Significant Ownerships

Current Planning Applications

Traffic & Car Parking Analysis

Existing Signage

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Part Two: Consultation

Picture & Story

Shopkeepers Consultation

Spaceshaper

Public Consultations & Questionnaires

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Part Three: Development Options Appraisal

Priority 1 Projects

Priority 2 Projects

Priority 3 Projects

Key Improvements to Public Realm: Lighting & Signage

Key Improvements to Public Realm: Shop Front Improvements

Schedule of Small Projects

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Part Four: The Implementation Strategy

Priority Project

Design Approach

Slaithwaite Traffic Improvements

Carr Lane Public Realm Improvements

Cost Indication

Recommendations

Recommended Timescales & Phasing

Recommended Actions for the Client

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Appendices

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CD Slaithwaite - Architectural Use Survey Slaithwaite - Character & SWOT Analysis Slaithwaite - Under-used Buildings Map Slaithwaite - Photographic Documentary Marsden and Slaithwaite - Traffic & Parking Report Slaithwaite - Consultation Report Slaithwaite - Suggested Location of Link to Spa Fields Slaithwaite - Cost Estimate for Carr Lane Proposal

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Slaithwaite

Marsden & Slaithwaite The two villages of Marsden and Slaithwaite lie in the Colne Valley to the West of Huddersfield, in the Metropolitan Borough of Kirklees, West Yorkshire.

Although these settlements

are large enough to qualify as `towns’, their character, ethos, and community structures are more typical of `villages’. Both villages have been heavily shaped in terms of their location, layout, and access, by the valley and the River Colne; the topography of the land naturally channelling services such as the A62, the TransPennine rail link, and the Huddersfield Narrow Canal, very close to both village centres.

At one time or another each of these links has been key to the development of the villages.

Today an hourly service on the TransPennine

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railway offers connections to Manchester to the west, and both Huddersfield and Leeds to the east. This service is taken advantage of daily by hundreds of commuters who live in the villages. The A62 provides good vehicle connections to the surrounding areas, and good bus services are available connecting the two villages with each other and several other areas of Huddersfield.

Since its recent refurbishment The Huddersfield Narrow

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connection between the two villages, bringing increased activity such as walking and cycling to the village centres. Both villages are keen to develop this potential tourist market to help boost their local economy.

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Executive Summary This is one of two reports that make up the outcome of The

Part One: The Existing Condition: explores the existing

Marsden & Slaithwaite Town Study jointly commissioned

condition of the village; this detailed understanding

by Yorkshire Forward, Kirklees Council, and the Marsden &

highlights potential opportunities for ongoing evolution

Slaithwaite Renaissance Market Towns Team.

and development. Information on existing conditions has been collated through a combination of desktop research,

The two villages joined the Yorkshire Forward Renaissance

site visits, and consultations.

Market Towns Programme in 2004. A Strategic Development Framework including extensive community consultations

Part Two: Consultation: summarises the process and

resulted in an Action Plan identifying 13 Priority Projects to

outcomes of the extensive consultation undertaken

spearhead the regeneration of Marsden and Slaithwaite.

which identified and prioritised the potential range of

Village centre improvement works were identified as

improvements.

priority projects for both villages.

Part Three: Development Options Appraisal: consists of The overall aim of this study has been to develop these

analysis of projects identified in Parts One & Two. It outlines

priorities through further consultation and consider ways in

a proposed development strategy through exploration of

which to enhance the existing environment. The aspiration

the opportunities and constraints presented by traffic and

set by the commission was to retain the essential heritage

parking, and illustrates a range of improvement options.

and character of the village whilst providing a framework

Also a schedule of smaller initiatives is presented which

for 21st century living and working. There is an opportunity

would immediately benefit the village centres.

for further consultation to take place, if required, as the projects are taken forwards from this point.

Part Four: The Implementation Strategy: presents an implementation strategy and a more detailed resolution of

From the outset, these two settlements have been

the preferred option. Guidance is provided as to how the

appreciated as related but individual and distinct places,

villages should proceed with the knowledge presented by

with differing priorities, opportunities and constraints. The

this study.

reports for each village are therefore presented in separate volumes. Both reports are structured as follows:

The full extent of the research can be found in the Appendices on the accompanying disc.

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Village Centre Enhancement : Slaithwaite : The Existing Condition

Village Centre Enhancement: Marsden and Slaithwaite

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Aerial photograph of Slaithwaite

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Part One: The Existing Condition

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This section of the report explores the existing condition of Slaithwaite. Through this detailed understanding we highlight potential opportunities available in the ongoing evolution and development of the village. Information has been collated through a combination of desktop research, site visits, and consultations.

Slaithwaite Sitting approximately 5 miles to the South West of

The two villages currently have an actively updated website

Huddersfield, Slaithwaite is the first village on the stopping

that can be found at www.marsden-slaithwaitemt.co.uk

service out of Huddersfield Railway Station, and the closer of the two villages in this study to Huddersfield town centre.

One of the key features distinguishing Slaithwaite from the neighbouring village of Marsden is the large scale industrial buildings found along the canal corridor, many of them in frequent use providing a number of jobs for the local community and attracting high levels of activity from industrial vehicles. The largest and most prominent industrial building in the centre of Slaithwaite is Globe Mill which currently sits empty and disused overlooking the high street on Carr Lane. Currently proposals are being developed separately from this study to redevelop Globe Mill. Such a project will have a major impact on the future of Slaithwaite village centre.

Another distinguishing feature instantly noticeable on arrival in Slaithwaite is the proximity of the Huddersfield Narrow Canal to the high street on Carr Lane. Until recently the canal had been closed, its reopening offering Slaithwaite high street the opportunity to capitalise on what is beginning to become a key route for walkers and cyclists in the Colne Valley.

Slaithwaite 1892

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Village Centre & Conservation Area This map shows the main study area used in this report. The area includes the core retail area, the industrial area, the civic facilities and the core residential area.

The majority of Slaithwaite village centre sits inside the Slaithwaite conservation area.

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Architectural Audit An architectural audit was undertaken to understand

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architectural character and the urban form in Slaithwaite. A full photographic record of this

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survey can be found in Appendix A. Architectural Character The combination of large scale industrial buildings and fine scale retail and residential

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buildings gives interest to the urban form of Slaithwaite village centre. The surrounding topography emphasises this change in scale by providing views across the widely varying roof scape. The more notable buildings, like the Globe Textile Mill, 1887, and St. James’ Parish Church, 1789, provide key landmarks and appear to give the village a very strong identity, but without the smaller scale residential and retail buildings stitching them together,

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village centre would be very different. The close proximity and uniformity of architectural expression found between these two greatly differing scales of building is what makes Slaithwaite’s urban form unique.

Condition of Properties In Slaithwaite village centre there are several neglected and disused buildings, the most significant of which is Globe Mill. It is important that these buildings are re-developed to stop

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further deterioration of the village centre.

Small simple improvements to many of the shop fronts around the village centre may also be made to significantly improve its overall appearance.

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Residential Hinterland Map 2 Key - Land Use & Character Areas

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Land & Building Use A high proportion of the land to the east, west, and south of

The station, located to the north and above the village centre,

the village centre is of industrial use, providing employment

is also key in the operation of Slaithwaite with important

for the local people and powering the local economy. It

connections to Manchester, Leeds, & Huddersfield. Many

is also part of the heritage and identity of the village and

commuters live in the village and during peak hours routes

should remain and be protected and encouraged.

to and from the station are busy.

In contrast to the industrial areas of Slaithwaite the retail

There is a lack of urban green space around the village

centre is very small but is equally essential to the operation

centre, a deficiency highlighted in the Unitary Development

of the village. The small 2 storey rows of shops provide

Plan. An attempt to combat this with the provision of

a human scale, while the nearby large industrial scale

planting has been made, but the plants are not thriving.

buildings, some of which are currently empty, provide

The lack of green in the village centre is compensated by

potential for future mixed use development.

the high presence of water in the form of the River Colne and the Huddersfield Narrow Canal. The provision of

The Public Library, located on Britannia Road, The Sports

improved planting and green space could offer potential

Centre and Health Clinic, located on New Street, and

enhancement to the village centre.

the Public Toilets behind the round car park by the canal provide suitable public facilities for a village of this size. All are centrally located, making them accessible to visitors and members of the community, but are dispersed and therefore generate activity and movement across key routes.

The majority of the residential areas in the village currently lie to the north and south of the village centre, on both sides of the valley. This location provides strong visual links to the landmark buildings in the village centre at the bottom of the valley.

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Area Character Analysis - Natural Features Topography The topography of the area allows great views across the village. This is highly noticeable on entrance to the village by train, but is not exploited on other routes and locations around the village centre.

Distinctive topography surrounding Slaithwaite

River The River Colne runs directly through the village centre, the rare glimpsed views show how it is enclosed by the backs of the houses and industrial buildings. Where the river is not surrounded entirely by buildings its banks support riparian vegetation and draw wildlife into Slaithwaite. Although the river runs close to the heart of the village centre and is visible from isolated points on Britannia Road it remains largely inaccessible and hidden from the public. Opportunities, should they arise in the future, should be exploited to maximise The River Colne enclosed by the backs of houses

access to and enjoyment of the river bank.

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Area Character Analysis - Buildings Village Centre Industrial The village’s industrial heritage is apparent throughout Slaithwaite in both the new and the old buildings. The use of stone and the scale of the building blocks are important to the character of the village. Some exceptions to this appear and undermine the architectural integrity of the place.

Larger scale buildings and materials from Slaithwaite’s industrial heritage

Railway Viaduct A very distinctive feature of Slaithwaite is the railway viaduct. Although it is often concealed by trees and buildings, there are

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locations that offer tantalizing views of it snaking through the village.

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View of the railway viaduct snaking through Slaithwaite

The village centre residential areas bring a variety of scales to the centre and animation and activity throughout day and evening time.

Residential Hinterland Housing is predominantly Victorian with an almost universal use of sandstone providing a

Smaller scale residential buildings bring variety to the village centre

very strong vernacular character for Slaithwaite.

The more recently built three storey housing behind the cricket pitch demonstrates the danger of development which is unaware and unsympathetic to Slaithwaite’s architectural character and context. The topography of the area often creates a strong visual link between the residential hinterland and the village centre, however the rail corridor and Manchester Road coupled with the steep hills inhibit pedestrian movement.

The topography often creates a strong visual link between the residential hinterland and the village centre

More recent housing is unsympathetic to Slaithwaite’s character

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Area Character Analysis - Public Realm Huddersfield Narrow Canal The Huddersfield Narrow Canal runs through the centre of Slaithwaite. Carr Lane’s close relationship with the waterway results in a tranquil character without the need for excessive planting and greenery.

Use of heavy stone and black and white painted timber around the canal

Street Signage Traditional style cast iron road signage is found, with a few exceptions, throughout the village.

This style is sympathetic to the existing buildings and materials within the conservation area.

Village Centre Existing street signage within the conservation area

The village centre is highly distinctive due primarily to the juxtaposition of mill and canal on the south side, and the retail section of Carr Lane to the north side. The urban character is hard landscape with no mature trees present within the heart of the village centre. The recent introduction of a planted raised bed and semi-mature trees is overwhelmed by the dominance of the adjacent mill. The trees are not thriving in their elevated growing environment. The healthy mix of residential

The distinctive village centre is created by the juxtaposition of the of the mill, canal and high street.

and retail uses bring animation to the centre throughout the day and evening. The outlying industrial areas bring heavy goods vehicles, which together with the high volume of local and through traffic, compromises the quality of the village centre. Addressing key traffic management issues would enable the centre to be enhanced to make it a more memorable place whilst supporting existing independent businesses by attracting more visitors.

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Area Character Analysis - Transport Links A62 - Manchester Road The gateway to Slaithwaite from the A62 is very understated, the only indication that you are nearing a village is the increase in the number of pubs, and the odd glimpse through the buildings into the valley. Although to many the A62 is seen as a major connector, within Slaithwaite it acts as a major disconnector severing the link between the village centre and the residential hinterland to the south. The standard, heavy handed approach to highways

The A62 acts as a major disconnector severing the link between the village centre and the residential hinterland to the south

engineering encourages this disconnection by restricting pedestrian movement and reinforces the sense of dominance of the car.

Railway The railway provides reasonable connectivity between Manchester and Huddersfield but, as is the case with the A62, the railway is also the cause of local physical disconnection.

The viaduct reduces this to some extent by providing several crossing points beneath the railway. Pedestrian links to and from the station are very poor and car parking is not well used due to fear of car crime. This pushes parking onto nearby residential streets. The

Standard seating, fencing, and lighting on the station create a monotonous and bland character

station also suffers from low quality platform areas with standard seating, fencing and lighting developing a monotonous and bland character. The resolution of issues like these are important if Slaithwaite is to increase its attraction to visitors in the future.

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Some of the finishes are of a surface good quality, however the material use across

the village lacks coherence and hierarchy. It is noteworthy that Carr Lane, the principal retail street within the village centre, has poor quality precast concrete flagged paving slabs

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of the streetscape; In contrast Britannia Road has more recently been re-paved using a new sandstone flag adding vernacular detail and character to the road corridor. A more legible treatment to the pubic realm, respecting the hierarchy of spaces and sympathetic to the consistent use of sandstone in the buildings, would help to reinforce the character and identity of the village.

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Key Movement Routes This map shows the key movement of pedestrians, cars, and HGVs around the study area. Key points to note are: •

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Significant Ownership Generally property in the village is privately owned, the most significant private property owner in Slaithwaite is The Hartley Property Group, owners of Globe Mill. The Hartley Property Group are currently working with Kirklees Council to develop part of the Globe Mill site into an environmental business centre providing parking, new retail and new public space.

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Traffic & Car Parking Analysis Traffic and parking surveys were conducted on Thursday

There is, overall, a plentiful supply of parking, both on and

26th March and Saturday 28th March to examine traffic

off street. There is a large long-stay parking provision for

movements and parking behaviour in Slaithwaite. Two

people coming into the village for work, as well as rail

surveys were conducted, one examining traffic movements

commuters occupying Station Road.

and one examining parking activity. Appendix E provides a full report of these surveys.

However, there is excess parking demand on the main streets of Carr Lane and Britannia Road, the Carr Lane shops

There are high traffic volumes on the main roads which act

car park and Lewisham Road. At the same time, there is

as important distributors into and through the village. Traffic

under-used car parking close to the centre, namely at Old

is busier on the weekday compared to the Saturday.

Bank off-street car park, probably due to its lack of visibility.

The Wharfeside Inn has a parking area right in the heart of

On the weekday, traffic peaks in the am (8-9am) and pm

the village which is privately owned and remains under-

(5-6pm). Overall the village is a net importer of traffic, with

used during the daytime.

more vehicles coming into the village in the morning peak and leaving in the pm peak, although a proportion of this

The volume of short-stay parking on Carr Lane and Britannia

traffic is likely to be through traffic making its way towards

Road is very high. Much of this appears to be people using

the M62. The largest flow is outbound 5-6pm when 647

the shops. The volume of demand for the limited parking

vehicles per hour leave the village, with a combined 2-way

on these roads means that there is a large amount of illegal

flow of 1137 (average 19 per minute). Traffic flows are lighter

car parking, which sometimes obstructs buses reaching the

on Carr Lane, reflecting the fact that Britannia Road acts as

stop on Carr Lane. Despite the large volume of parking on

a feeder into the village and traffic starts to disperse. The

Carr Lane and Britannia Road, pedestrian footfall is also

highest flow is in the evening peak when 469 vehicles travel

very high and it would appear that a significant number of

westbound, with a combined 2-way flow of 775 vehicles (13

village centre users are walking to the centre, or parking

per minute).

elsewhere.

There does not appear to be a significant problem with HGVs rat-running on unsuitable roads. There is a large number of HGVs in the village, but the turning

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suggest that most of this traffic has local origins or destinations, reflecting the continued significance of goods traffic to the village’s economy.

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Existing Signage Map 6 Key 1. Britannia Road; Pennine cycle way

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2. Britannia Road; Highway signage 3. Britannia Road; Art signage and highway signage 4. Britannia Road; Highway signage (Facilities) 5. Carr Lane; Parking restriction signage

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Diagram documenting and categorising the comments and suggestions made in the Picture & Story consultation, Shopkeepers consultation, and Spaceshaper event.

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Part Two : Consultation

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This section of the report reviews the process and outcome of the consultation events which took place throughout the duration of the study.

The consultation process was implemented in four stages carried out in sequence to enable a meaningful consultation with the widest possible range of people, each stage building on previously collected knowledge. Before the final stage of public consultation, initial proposals were drawn up based on the information previously collected. The consultation stages are outlined below and the main findings for each are presented on the following pages.

The diagram opposite is a summary of all the suggestions and proposals that were talked about throughout the consultation process. Full details and results of the consultation process can be found in the consultation report in Appendix F. 1. Picture & Story

3. Spaceshaper

To kick start the process of consultation, which ran throughout

Spaceshaper is a way of consulting with local people

the project, writer Pat Gilbey and photographer Rachel

about changes to individual public spaces. It combines

Codling interviewed a number of people at random to

specially designed software and questionnaires with a

capture a `snap shot’ of views of people using the village

flexible workshop format. Spaceshaper brings together

centre. These pictures and stories were presented on flyers

local people, such as shoppers, local businesses, and local

distributed around the village centre to raise awareness of

residents, with people who are professionally involved in

the study and to invite further comment from locals and

the management of the public spaces, such as park wardens,

visitors alike. The flyers directed readers to comments

street cleaners, and highways maintenance staff.

leaflets available in the Library.

Initial Proposals drawn up

2. Shopkeepers Consultation

4. Public Consultation & Questionnaires

It was crucial to gather the views of the businesses which

This consultation drew together and presented the results

bring so much character and animation to the village

from the consultations so far, offering the chance for people

centre. A questionnaire was devised to gather information

to add, agree, or disagree with the information obtained

on how these important stakeholders’ businesses relate

to date. Initial proposals were also presented in outline

to the existing situation, and the improvements that they

to gauge the public’s reaction to a variety of potential

believed would strengthen their businesses and the wider

strategies that could be considered.

community in the future.

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Picture & Story Key points that emerged from the Picture & Story consultation: • Slaithwaite supports a lot of local businesses • Need to increase the number of people on the streets, more customers • Support local businesses • Canal could be improved around duck feeding area • Need somewhere for children to play • Village centre could be more attractive in the evening • Need to address the empty buildings • There is a lack of signage for visitors

A selection of the Picture & Story flyers

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Shopkeepers Consultation Key points that emerged from the Shopkeepers consultation: • Need to keep the outside of the shops looking good to encourage people to come in • Parking for people nipping in and out • Through traffic is important • Anti-social behaviour (pubs/graffiti) gives a poor image, a real problem for traders • More can be made of connection between village centre and residential hinterland • Maybe only deliveries and busses should be allowed on the main street?

• Badly maintained properties reflect lack of commitment from some owners • Maintenance was second highest priority after community, and the least successfully addressed

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Spaceshaper On Monday 19th May 2009 seventeen members of the local community, residents, and local workers attended a Spaceshaper event at Slaithwaite Civic Hall. The three main activities that were undertaken in the Slaithwaite Spaceshaper workshop were a walking audit of the village, a poster design game, and a Spaceshaper

questionnaire. The results

from these activities have been used in the design process to inform the proposals and Posters were drawn by the participants of the workshop

influence the development of a future vision for Slaithwaite.

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Feedback from the Spaceshaper workshop

A walkabout with local people

Slaithwaite Spaceshaper workshop

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Public Consultation & Questionnaires

Farmers market down the middle of the road would be good

Don’t drive and prefer to use taxi or the subsidised bus

Key points that emerged from the Public

Snow was very good for retail

Bus only runs on Mondays and Wednesdays

Consultation & Questionnaires:

Like to pop in and out

Could improve public transport. Zebra crossing too close to the roundabout – dangerous.

Nice shop fronts are important. Traders suggested improvement grants for shop fronts but warned against standardisation.

Roundabout is chaotic - people hesitate and don’t know where to go – accident waiting to happen.

Need more people on the street - keep it busy

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It was brilliant in the snow- it was buzzing

Empty properties have negative impact

Lorries use the road as a shortcut

Mills could be mixed use, possibly as gallery/heritage museum, and restaurants opening onto canal side to grow the retail offer

Roads too narrow for the lorries - clipped mirrors.

Maybe only deliveries and buses should be allowed on the main street

Canal seems unfinished especially around the duck feeding area

The bus only runs on Mondays and Wednesdays More shops needed – they could go into the Mill?

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Extend the opening hours, especially the cafes

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Duck feeding area needs to be managed with seats and play area?

No play area for children Not enough signage and information for visitors

RETAIL

No signage for long-term parking No information about facilities

Use the car for convenience and like to be able to park close More 20 minute car parking would be good for business Parking is a problembank and chemist the only provision for several miles Car park is always full People abuse the shortterm parking Short-term parking not policed Long-term parking not signposted

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CAR PARKING The comments collected from the consultation so far were gathered together and presented at the public consultation.

It is wonderful during Moonraker festival - no traffic

No welcome signage at the entry to the village Community is the most important issue Keep it as it is - Natural

No request to drive slowly through the village

We want Slaithwaite to be like Marsden

No signage for drivers

Like the sense of community and homeliness

Insufficient amenities Some traders would like to make better use of pavements but this was less so than in Marsden No bicycle racks, bins that protect waste from blowing out, signage for parking

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SIGNAGE

It’s getting better all the time Independent shops There are things to do at night for young people - they don’t need to go into town Anti-social behaviour around pubs /graffiti/ give a very poor image, a real problem for traders

Dog Fouling - pointed out also by many trader

Not everyone participates

Fewer but higher quality materials for surfaces, bus shelters, seats, lighting, railings etc

Connection between the hinterland and the village - more can be made of it.

Lower lighting

Not everyone is catered for: young children/teenagers/seating

IDENTITY

Inappropriate vegetation - needs cutting back - flowers to be introduced?

Duck feeding area needs to be kept clean Badly maintained/bad planting/wasted space Badly maintained properties - reflect lack of commitment from some owners Maintenance given a high priority by residents

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Moonraker Floating Tea Room

Village Centre Enhancement : Slaithwaite : Development Options Appraisal

Part Three: Development Options Appraisal Building on the priorities identified through the audits, surveys, and initial consultations this section of the report outlines the key considerations of the development of Slaithwaite village centre. It shows a range of improvement options developed through the design process. The projects are based on the consultants’ interpretation of the feedback from the consultation events and have been categorised into three priority levels. Priority 1 projects are the most important and should be the first to be considered if any funding becomes available. Although Priority 2 & 3 Projects are not as important as the Priority 1 projects, they will all contribute to the improvement of the village.

It is important to note that these projects are intended as suggested improvements at a strategic level and are not fully worked up schemes.

The ‘Schedule of Small Projects’ is also included at the end of this section. This presents a selection of ongoing small improvements that, when implemented, will accumulate to improve the overall appearance of the village centre.

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Renewed Market Place

£142,000

Pocket park play area

Wider pavements

Enhanced route from Old Bank parking

Improved Old Bank parking - encourage visitor use through signage

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Improved bridge across the canal outside Globe Works

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Station Access Improvements

£100,754

Features:

New stair link between car park and Station Road

New pavement alongside station approach road

Improved crossing points to Station Road

Raised crossing at Lewisham Road

Improved lighting/environment under Crimble Bank bridge

Timetables posted at base of station approach and at base of new stair link

New car park with more spaces / revised bus stop layout

Viewing point, welcome sign and map located at station exit

Encourage development by car park to improve surveillance

Benefits:

Better link between centre and station

More parking (able to take displaced cars from Station Road)

Improved Disabled Access

Better welcome for visitors

Improved security for parked cars

Issues:

Developer interest required

New Street Improvements

£243,064

Features:

Resurfaced footways

Continuous level footway along northern and southern edge to provide feel of continuous route, raised accesses to all junctions/drives except fire station.

Continuous route reinforced by lighting and edge features

Benefits:

Acknowledges important public functions on this street

Provides part of improved link to spa

Station Road Changes

£196,474

Features:

Re-route all through traffic to use this route instead of Carr Lane

Remove parking in areas along Station Road to allow for increase in traffic flow

Benefits:

Improved pedestrian environment

Reduced traffic on Carr Lane

Issues:

Reduced parking capacity needing to be compensated elsewhere (see Station Access Improvements and Parking)

If HGV traffic is to be directed this way improvements will also be required at the Carr Lane / Viaduct Street Junction (see Junction Improvements p35)

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Screening of toilet block

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Key Improvements to Public Realm

Lighting

Signage & Legibility

Three different types of lighting requirements have

Highway Signage

signage. Integrating a number of different pointers

been identified for Slaithwaite.

Consolidation of highway signage onto fewer posts

on the same column will minimise the number of post

would be conducive to de-cluttering the village

required overall.

Lighting for Pedestrians

centre. The ordering of items on signs should also

In order to give an emphasis on pedestrian activity

be considered with regards to the importance of the

Street Signage

over vehicle movement the lighting along the primary

destinations for visitors.

Painted cast iron street signage is a particular vernacular element to Slaithwaite and this should be conserved

streets of Slaithwaite village centre should be smaller

Seasonal high street lighting, Lyme Regis

scale and more frequently placed than standard street

Leisure/Visitor Signage

and built on. There are a number of different styles

lighting. The spillage of lighting from inside retail units

Slaithwaite currently suffers from visual clutter in the

within this typology with varying fonts and finishes

would also add to the ambient light in the space and

public realm, some of which is created by an excessive

depending on the time of production. The older signs

encourage window shopping leading to increased

number of different types of sign. The number of

are particularly prevalent on streets adjoining Royd

evening foot traffic.

posts could be reduced through the use of a simple

Street and Crimble Bank.

hierarchical scheme. Consolidating information onto Lighting for Vehicles

a few boards located at key arrival points around the

Who needs to be involved?

In areas intended for heavy pedestrian traffic

village centre. It would be appropriate for these boards

Effective implementation of the strategy will require

pedestrian orientated lighting should be used as

to include a section for community use. Proposed key

various parties to sign up to an agreed set of principles

a traffic calming measure. This strategy relies on the

locations for these boards are:

with a commitment to working together, these parties

change in brightness and lighting quality as you drive through the village. Key points to highlight are where Integrated pedestrian scale lighting design, Sheffield

the transitions take place from the area lit by standard highway lighting, and the area where lighting is at a pedestrian scale.

Landmark Lighting Consideration should be given to lighting some of the key landmarks, such as Globe Mill, to enhance the experience of the village centre at night.

• The Railway Station • The canals tow path approach from the east arriving opposite Globe Mill • The Junction of Carr Lane and Britannia Road The key boards should include two maps; one of the village centre; and another of the broader valley area showing key footpaths to moorland, and connective routes along the canal between Marsden and Huddersfield. The River Colne Project should be consulted with regards to walking routes along the river bank.

Lighting at key points of activity

Architectural details on Carr Lane could be highlighted with lighting

There is scope for secondary signage supporting the key boards. This could be designed as ‘finger post’

include: • National Trust Signage • British Waterways Signage • Kirklees Leisure Signage • Kirklees Highways Signage • Railway Tunnel Emergency Signage • Railway Related Information Signage • Private/Commercial/Retail Signage Early implementation of these key boards would have an immediate impact on the legibility of the village which would be useful for visitors. It would also begin to reduce clutter in the village centre. For this reason this project has been included in the Schedule of Small Projects (pp38-45)

and connective routes along the Canal between Marsden and another of the broader valley area to show key footpaths to moorland Huddersfield to encourage use of the towpath as a sustainable and connective routes along the Canal between Marsden and movement network. The River Colne Project should also be consulted Huddersfield to encourage use of the towpath as a sustainable with regards to access to and walks along the river bank. movement network. The River Colne Project should also be consulted with regards to access to and walks along the river bank.

There is also scope for secondary signage which supports the key signage at arrival points / hubs. This can be a more playful element in There is also scope for secondary signage which supports the key the public realm and could be bespoke / artist designed `finger posts’ signage at arrival points / hubs. This can be a more playful element in acting as sculptural elements in the streetscape as well as performing a the public realm and could be bespoke / artist designed `finger posts’ practical way-finding function. acting as sculptural elements in the streetscape as well as performing a practical way-finding function.

Other signage initiatives underway in the Colne Valley need to be coordinated at a strategic level to ensure coherence and efficacy.

Other signage initiatives underway in the Colne Valley need to be Currently around Slaithwaite village centre there is a coordinated at a strategic level to ensure coherence and efficacy. wide variety of shop fronts, many of which are poorly Highways signage

Artist designed signage

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Shop Front Improvements

Artist designed signage

Consolidation of highways onto improvement. fewer posts, whereOf possible designed or in needsignage of some the 48 Highways signage would be conducive to de-cluttering the village centre. The ordering of Consolidation of highways signage onto fewer posts, where possible shoponfronts in considered the Architectural items signageincluded should also be with regardsUse to theSurvey would be conducive to de-cluttering the village centre. The ordering of importance of the destinations for visitors the impression of the of (Appendix A)should 28 were toand require some level items on signage also beseen considered with regards to the village centre that it gives as a result. importance of the destinations forthe visitors andfronts the impression of having the improvement.

Several of shop that are village centre that it gives as a result. a negative street signage impact on the appearance of the village

Traditional street signage

centre have been highlighted, recommended Painted cast iron street signage is a particular with vernacular element to street signage slaithwaite and this should be conserved and built on. There are a Painted cast iron street is a particular vernacular element(pp38to improvements, in signage the Schedule of Small Projects number of different styles within this typology; with varying fonts and slaithwaite and this should be conserved and built on. There are a 45). The improvement toproduction. the appearance of shop finishing depending on time of The older signs are fronts number of different styles within this typology; with varying fonts and particularly prevalent on streets adjoining Royd street / Crimble Bank. finishing time ofaproduction.

Thepositive older signsimpact are in the depending area willonhave long term on particularly prevalent on streets adjoining Royd street / Crimble Bank.

Existing bespoke signage elements to build on Existing Existingbespoke bespokesignage signage elements to build on

the appearance of the public realm, and in turn boost

local economy.

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village centre and its surroundings

• The architectural character of the shop front should reflect the original building in its use of colour and material • Any signage and advertising should not inhibit the architectural features of the building, such as decoration or upper storey windows

displays • Lighting from inside the shops should be allowed to spill out onto the streets in the evening to add to the ambient light levels around the village centre.

This will encourage foot traffic and increase window shopping • The use of shutters on shop fronts should be avoided where possible. Where shutters are necessary they

Shop fronts on Carr Lane in need of improvement

should be open in design Permissions, Regulation, & Funding • Any signage and advertising should comply with the guidance set out in the Outdoor Advertisements and Signs Act

(Circular 03/07: Town and Country Planning (Control

of Advertisements) (England) Regulations 2007)

• In order to encourage shop owners to make improvements to their properties advice and guidance should be made available on where to receive professional design assistance, when planning permission is required, meeting building

Shop fronts on Britannia Road that have recently been improved

regulations, and getting conservation area approval • Small grants could also be made available to help fund some of the improvements. Funds would need to be made available from specific funding agents, or could be provided as part of a larger development,

Shop Windows • Views into and

• Shop windows should have well maintained window

out of the shops should be

for example the redevelopment of Globe Mill

encouraged to create a welcoming appearance and allow natural light penetration

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Schedule of Small Projects

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The Schedule of Small Projects was put together to highlight all of the small improvements that could be made around the village centre. The accumulation of these small improvements will add up to make a big difference to the overall quality and appearance of the village. These projects range from the refurbishment of a shop front, to tidying up and weeding. Some of the projects are the responsibility of the local council, and others are the responsibility of individuals or private land owners. The following schedule presents all of the small projects that were identified throughout this study.

The projects are listed in the schedule by their location. They are categorised in terms of the type of work that needs to be done, and they have been evaluated by an implementation level required to give an idea of who has the facility to implement the project

Categorisation

Implementation level

Enhance

Low

Already doing its job, but changes could lead to

The project is very low cost and requires no specific skill

improvements

to carry out. It could be implemented very easily by an individual or community group.

Repair/Replace Having a positive impact, but is damaged or broken. In

Medium

most cases the object should be repaired, if damage is too

The project requires some financial backing or a significant

severe it should be replaced

amount of somebody’s time to implement. It may also require the involvement of a paid contractor.

Remove/Reveal Is having a negative impact on its surroundings and is

High

serving no use, or no suitable replacement is available

To implement the project requires a substantial amount

(Remove). In some cases this could be done to increase

of funding and probably the involvement of a paid

the presence of something else that is not achieving its full

professional consultant.

potential (Reveal).

Conceal Essential to the operation of the village, but should not be visible.

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Enhance No.

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Location - Description

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Back O’Dam - Wall

Existing Condition •

Planting against wall at entrance to village centre giving important first impression to visitors Overgrown and untidy

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Private gardens behind shops Currently wasted space that looks untidy, can be easily seen from Mallard Way, and car park off Britannia Road

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Prominent site at entrance to village centre giving important first impression to visitors Overgrown and untidy

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Site should be tidied up. Cutting back of overgrown vegetation, maybe some new planting

Very untidy site overlooking the village, currently used as a dumping ground

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Site should be tidied up Take advantage of good views overlooking village centre and railway viaduct Could become seating area/ viewpoint

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Britannia Road - Private gardens

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Back O’Dam - Empty site

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Mallard Way - Empty site

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Nabbs Lane/Bank Gate junction - Plot of Land next to Silent Woman

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14 Carr Lane - Shop Fronts - Green Grocers

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4 Carr Lane - Shop Fronts - Marhaba Restaurant

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18 Carr Lane - Shop Fronts - Parfitts Bakery

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Carr Lane - Pedestrian link between shops

Site should be tidied up. Cutting back of overgrown vegetation, maybe some new planting Consider some artists/welcome intervention Gardens should be tidied up and used Possible use as allotments for nearby houses or shops

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Very good use of street space for display No clear signage to shop front

Awning too intrusive, needs to be smaller and higher up Current signage is covered by awning. If above action does not resolve this new signage should be considered

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Very untidy shop front

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Some minor repairs to woodwork Needs repainting Find use for upper floor

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Shop window blocked up with posters and advertising No sign to tell you what the shop is

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Explore possibility of allowing some views in and out of the shop Needs clear signage

Pedestrian link running in between shops from Carr Lane to Lewisham Road

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This route could be enhanced to portray the character of the village.

Pedestrian scale lighting might encourage more people to use the walkway at night.

Repaint railings

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Enhance No.

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Carr Lane - Wharfeside Inn Car Park

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Huddersfield Narrow Canal

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19 Market Place - Shop Fronts - Off Licence

Existing Condition •

Private car park for customers and staff of the Wharfeside Inn

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Make more of existing trees Tidy up and improve landscaping Repaint railing Signage should be more subtle Removal of stone gate adjacent to Co-op loading bay.

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Currently there is only one bench on the Globe Mill side of the canal in the village centre, and this bench is in poor condition

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More seating along canal in village centre should be provided This may be addressed by the development of Globe Mill

Well maintained but poorly designed shop front, not very welcoming to customers No views in and out of shop Empty advertising boards on the walls outside

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Station Car Park

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Britannia Road - Behind The Commercial public house

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Carr Lane - Shop Fronts - Co-operative Supermarket

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Britannia Road - Space outside Healey Dyeing Co.

New Street car park

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Provide windows in shop front to allow views in and out and the penetration of natural light. This will be more welcoming for customers Rationalise signage size and advertising strategy

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Empty building at entrance to station car park Not in use and in poor state of repair

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Should be re-developed. This could improve security in car park by providing some natural surveillance and activity throughout the day

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Empty building behind pub in very poor condition

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Building should be repaired and used

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Building not in use and in poor state of repair

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Building in need of refurbishment Find suitable use, could be a shop/ cafe/restaurant

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Poorly designed shop front, not sympathetic to village character.

Signage and advertising is too strong and intrusive

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Should be refurbished Should provide views in and out of shop Remove intrusive advertising New signage

Currently undefined space used as informal parking

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Public car park close to Slaithwaite village centre

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Considerations for the use of the space (car parking, public space, street furniture Enhancements should be made to more clearly define what the use of this space Improve planting and landscaping Pedestrian scale lighting Enhancements needed to large unsightly back wall. Recommend lighting, painting or art work.

Improve recycling facilities. They are currently very messy

Implementation Level

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Enhance No.

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Manchester Road - Pedestrian underpass

Existing Condition •

Poorly lit and maintained underpass below A62 bridge

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Slaithwaite Spa Park

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Kiln Hill - Industrial area/car park

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Clean up and re-paint all railings Readdress the tunnel lighting and access from main road above Should be more welcoming Clean up rubbish dumped over side of bridge

A beautiful park, well maintained by Friends of Slaithewaite Spa Currently Slaithwaite Spa Park is disconnected from the village centre, accessible only via a poorly signed route through the village’s industrial area

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Understated pedestrian entrance to Slaithwaite village centre Very inactive, currently used as parking for industrial units

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Potential site for future development, increase activity and draw people into village centre

Current visitor signage is not easily legible and in-consistent throughout the village centre

•

Signage boards located at key entrances to the village centre would help visitors to navigate, Should include direction to walking routes in surrounding valley Key locations could be: railway station, public space by canal/ duck feeding area, and Carr Lane/ Britannia Road Junction

•

• •

Simple improvements to signage in the village centre would help increase use of Slaithwaite Spa Park There is future potential to develop the connection between Slaithwaite Spa Park and the village centre. This would involve major changes to land between New Street and the Spa Park, including the site of the existing fire station

Implementation Level

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High

High

High

High

Repair/Replace No.

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Location - Description

B3

Carr Lane/Britannia Road Junction

2

C3

Carr Lane/New Street Junction

3

C2

Crimble Bank - Railway Bridge

4

C3

Globe Mill side of canal - Footpath

1

Existing Condition •

Street name signage worn or damaged

Improvements • •

Street name signs should be replaced Sign style should be consistent throughtout the village

•

Triangular planter next to Wharfeside Inn is in poor condition

•

Renew planting

•

Railway bridge in poor condition

• •

Repaint railway bridge Painting and lighting could be improved under bridge.

•

Damage to footpath along side of canal in front of Globe Mill

•

Consider what might have caused the damage and whether there is a more appropriate surface material Repair/replace material as appropriate Keep a maintenance schedule

• •

Implementation Level Low

Low

Medium

Medium

Image

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Repair/Replace No.

Grid Ref.

Location

5

B3

Carr Lane/Britannia Road Junction - Railings

6

C4

Britannia Road - Railings

7

C4

Manchester Road - Pedestrian Underpass

8

C3

Carr Lane - Pedestrian link between shops

9

B3

Old Bank/Church Street Junction

10

C3

Wharfeside Inn Car Park

11

C4

Kiln Hill - Footway

12

C4

33 Britannia Road - Shop Fronts - A Touch of Beauty

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General - Village centre street furniture

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Notes

Implementation Level

•

Damaged railings at roundabout

•

Repair traffic railings

•

End missing off railings

• •

Repair work to end of traffic railings Clean up and repaint

•

Gutter draining water into river below underpass.

•

Repair gutter

•

Pedestrian link running in between • shops from Carr Lane to Lewisham Road •

Repair stone setts along edge of path Repaint railings

•

Damage to stone wall

•

Repair wall

•

Damaged road surface at entrance to car park

•

Repair road surface

•

Damage to footway on a key route into Slaithwaite village centre

•

Repair damage

•

Good and well maintained ground floor shop front Cladding to upper floor is not appropriate

•

Repair or replace upper floor cladding so it is mare appropriate to the facade of the building

Medium

Worn/damaged street furniture

•

Any retained street furniture and railings should be repaired and repainted where necessary

Medium

•

•

Image

Medium

Medium

Medium

Medium

Medium

Medium

Medium

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Remove/Reveal No.

Grid Ref.

Notes

Location •

1

C4

Manchester Road - Pedestrian underpass

2

C3

Carr Lane - Block of Shops

3

C3

Public Toilets

4

B3

Station

5

C3

45 Bridge Street - Monsoon Indian Restaurant

6

C3

Globe Mill - Footpath

7

C3

Carr Lane - Pedestrian link between shops

8

B3

Station Car Park

9

B3/C2

Station Road

10

C2

Station Road/Carr Lane - Pedestrian link opposite Wharfeside Inn.

Graffiti on walls in subway

Improvements •

Implementation Level

Remove graffiti Low

•

Graffiti on gable end of shops

•

Remove graffiti Low

•

Graffiti inside toilets and damage to paintwork at entrance

• •

Remove graffiti - Internal Repaint walls - Internal

• •

Graffiti on wall opposite platform ...

Graffiti and damage to platform furniture

• •

Remove graffiti Repair damage to platform furniture

•

Weeds growing in between paving slabs next to the Indian restaurant

•

Remove weeds

•

Weeds growing between stone work alongside canal

•

Remove weeds

•

Weeds growing in alleyway between shops

•

Remove weeds

•

Gated access to national rail land is untidy and fence is incomplete.

• •

Remove or replace gate/fence.

Cut back weeds.

Low

•

Planting growing over wall and onto road

•

Reveal stone wall by cutting back undergrowth

Low

•

Pedestrian link currently overgrown and not obvious from Station Road

• •

Cutting back undergrowth Weeding to reveal stone work on ground and walls Reveal route through and view over the village

•

Low

Low

Low

Low

Low

Low

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Remove/Reveal No.

11

Grid Ref.

Location - Description

C2

25 Carr Lane - Shop Fronts - Labour Party Office

Existing Condition •

•

12

13

C3

45 Bridge Street - Shop Fronts - Monsoon Indian Restaurant

C4

2 Kiln Hill - Shop Fronts - Thomas Cook

• •

• • •

Improvements

Bars on windows make the building look un-welcoming and have a negative impact on the surrounding environment Boarded up windows suggest upper floor is not used

• •

Remove bars from windows Find use for upper floor

Good visual link between street and restaurant Signage and advertising too large and overbearing

• •

Remove advertising Replace signage with something more sympathetic to the character of the village centre

Good shop front design Some wear and tear beginning to show Advertising obscuring view into shop and blocking out light

•

Minor repairs and repainting to shop front Remove some advertising to create stronger visual link into shop from street

•

Implementation Level

Image

Low

Low

Low

Conceal No.

Grid Ref.

Location/Item

1

D2

New Street Car Park - Recycling Facilities

2

C3

Monsoon Indian Restaurant

3

C4

Britannia Road - Access to rear of library

Existing Condition

Improvements

• •

Untidy recycling facilities on full display Bottles and cans left littering the pavement instead of in the recycling bins

• •

Improve recycling facilities Construct housing for recycling bins so they are out of sight

•

Air-conditioning units and flues on the rear of the building are on full display

•

Units should be concealed

• • •

Rear access to library is open Looks untidy, bins on display Possible security issue

•

Should be secured and concealed by a gate

Implementation Level

Image

Medium

Medium

Medium

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Village Centre Enhancement : Slaithwaite : The Implementation Strategy

Part Four: The Implementation Strategy The final section of this report concludes the Village Centre Enhancement Study by outlining the preferred priority project with suggested finishes, presenting a cost estimate, and discussing the implementation of this project.

Contents

Priority Public Realm Projects

Design Approach

49

Slaithwaite Traffic Improvements

51

Carr Lane Public Realm Improvements

52

Cost Indication

55

Recommendations

Recommended Timescales & Phasing

56

Recommended Actions for the Client

57

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Priority Public Realm Projects

49

Design Approach The study that led up to the final proposal highlighted several key points about the character and distinctiveness of Slaithwaite. These key points have been used to develop several aims for the priority public realm improvements.

Shared Space, Seven Dials, London

Enhance Character of Village Centre

Enhance Pedestrain Experience

The existing strong character of the village centre

Another issue that was highlighted through the study was

present in many of the historic buildings is not carried

the high level of through traffic in Slaithwaite. The proposal

through into the spaces between the buildings. The

aims to reduce the overall amount of traffic using Carr Lane

poor maintenance and inconsistent use of materials

whilst still allowing good vehicle access for servicing, and

lets down the overall appearance of the village.

convenience for local users. The proposal also aims to

The proposal for Carr Lane aims to unify the use of

increase the pedestrian friendly environment by increasing

materials along the main high street and raise quality.

the area of pedestrian space, the addition of raised crossing surfaces, and the introduction of traffic calming measures.

Establish Hierarchies of Public Space

The increase in pedestrian space will focus on the north

The inconsistent use of materials around the village

side of Carr Lane, providing the opportunity for outdoor

centre leads to an unclear hierarchy in the public

cafe seating on the south facing pavement.

realm. The Carr Lane proposal aims to give priority to

Change of material to delineate bus route, Blackett Street, Newcastle

the main high street, and ensures that its importance

Remove & Reveal

is portrayed through the use of materials. It sets

Currently Carr Lane contains some street furniture, signage

standards and suggestions for the development of a

and planters that are failing along the canal. The study

main village centre public space at the east end of

suggests that these should be removed or rationalised.

Carr Lane

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See p53 for 1:200 drawing

N

Area included in cost indication pp44-45

N

Slaithwaite traffic improvements NTS

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Slaithwaite Traffic Improvements The highway drawing (p50) was developed to set

• Providing pedestrian ‘raised entries’ across Lewisham

out the parameters of the public realm design in the

Road and Carr Lane circular car park entrances to

village centre. A portion of this drawing has been

improve pedestrian connectivity and reduce dominance

worked up into a design for the public realm at 1:200

of highway space

showing surface finishes. This can be found on pages

• Introducing a 20mph speed limit along Carr Lane;

52 & 53.

• Introducing a ‘bus boarder’ for the stop on Carr Lane to

The main changes to Slaithwaite’s public realm have Shared Space, Copenhagen

been focused around Carr Lane. This is seen by the local people as the main part of the village centre and also has the most potential for improvement.

Carr Lane Reduce speed and volume of traffic using Carr Lane to improve public realm and pedestrian experience of village centre. This to be accomplished by: • Narrowing carriageway width on Carr Lane and re-aligning closer to the canal to widen footway on shop side • Encouraging through traffic to use Station Road by

Material joint, Holbeck Urban Village, Leeds

signing through traffic from Britannia Road straight on via Station Road, and by changing the priority at the eastern junction of Carr Lane/Station Road.

• Moving the pedestrian crossing at the junction of Carr Lane/Britannia Road slightly away from the junction and raising it to provide a gateway to the village centre and to improve safety

provide better waiting facilities and to enable additional car parking space to be accommodated • Making over of Carr Lane in different surface materials to reinforce its identify as the village centre and as a key public space, including removal of centre line to reduce visual intrusion • Note that HGVs accessing industrial premises in New Street/Spa Fields area will still use Carr Lane Because of the importance of short-stay parking to the village centre, the design has managed to incorporate additional on-street car parking on Carr Lane.

Parking Several changes are proposed to parking around Slaithwaite village centre. These are outlined below: • New layout to station car park to increase the number of parking spaces, accommodating traffic displaced from Station Road • Increase in number of short stay parking spaces on Carr Lane (with enforced waiting restriction of 20 minutes);

• Introducing a new pedestrian crossing on Carr Lane

• Introduction of one hour waiting restriction on the

at the eastern end of the village centre, adjacent

circular car park on Carr Lane to ensure it is used for

to the Wharfeside Inn, to improve pedestrian

short-stay

access across Carr Lane from the shops on Carr

• Better signing and environmental improvements to

Lane/Lewisham Road to New Street car park and

New Street long-stay car park (see Schedule of Small

community facilities

Projects (pp38-45)) • Improved layout and signing to Old Bank long-stay car park

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Carr Lane Public Realm Improvements Sample of proposal showing suggested finishes.

Yorkshire Stone to pedestrian area around

Granite Setts at joints around Yorkshire

Dimensions (see 1:500 Carr Lane proposal)

Carr Lane/New Street Junction. Stone is

Stone

Road

orientated to create a visual link between

Where Carr Lane is realigned it is built slightly narrower than the existing.

the corners of the streets.

a (existing width)

= 8150mm

b (proposed width) = 8000mm (6000mm minimum excluding parking bays) Extension to pavement in Yorkshire Stone,

Coloured and textured tarmac to denote

Existing concrete paving is replaced with

village centre 20mph speed limit area.

Footway c Proposed pavement width extended from 2150mm to 5050mm

Stone

d Proposed pavement width extended from 1650mm to 5625mm

Granite Setts to all raised crossing surfaces

Position of existing Carr Lane street features

e Pavement width on south side of Carr Lane remains as existing. Realigned road is built in location of existing planter (e = 2750mm).

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5m

10m

15m

20m

25m

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40m

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Round car park and duck feeding area to be re-addressed as part of Globe Mill development Pedestrian scale lighting - appoint professional lighting designer Round Car Park - As Existing Improvements to private property (see Small Projects Schedule (pp38-45))

Duck Feeding Area

A. Improvements to Co-operative supermarket shop front B. Improvements to Landscaping at end of

Hudder sfield Na

The Wharfeside Inn Car Park

rrow Ca

nal

C. Renewal of planting at end of The Wharfeside Inn.

Carr Lane/New Street Junction 1:200

N 0m

2m

4m

6m

8m

10m

12m

14m

16m

18m

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Looking down Britannia road towards the roundabout

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Cost Indication for Carr Lane proposal The cost estimates include the removal of the existing surfaces, new materials and their implementation, the demolition and removal of the existing planter and the realignment of Carr Lane. Provision is also included for planting, lighting and street furniture. Improvements to private properties around the Carr Lane/New Street junction are included as separate items. A full cost breakdown, including the measured areas of each material, can be found in Appendix H.

•

Costs are base dated third quarter 2009 and inflation

Construction Costs

from third quarter 2009 has not been included.

Demolitions •

• • •

•

£38,056

Costs assume competitive tendering to main

New Paving & Surfaces

contractors

Lighting

£30,000

Trees & Planting

£23,750

Contingencies of 10% have been included

Zebra Crossing

£344,583

£75,000

Signage

£3,000

Street Furniture

£10,000

Line Marking

£5,000

sub layer

Preliminaries (12%)

£63,527

Exclusions: VAT, legal fees, professional fees, planning

Contingencies (10%)

£59,292

Total

£652,207

Costs assume a single phased contract for each village.

Costs assume shared surfaces to be laid on concrete

and building regulations fees

New shop front to Co-op Planting area B (see drawing p53) Planting area C (see drawing p53)

£25,000 £3,600 £500

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Recommendations Recommended Timescales & Phasing Priority Projects

of any existing shops or businesses. If the proposal for

Improvements to Carr Lane presented in Part Four of this

Carr lane is implemented, it is important that it includes the

report (pp47-55) should be implemented first, and then other

change in traffic priority at the eastern end of Carr Lane.

priority projects (pp30-37) can be developed and assessed on their individual merit. As part of the main proposal some

Funding

of the actions that require less funding, such as changing

There is no funding identified for public realm improvement

road signage and line painting, can be implemented as

projects. It is important to note, when presenting this

soon as funding can be secured. It is important to note that

proposal to potential funding agents, that improvement to

the lower priority projects outlined on pages 30-37 can be

the public realm will benefit the village centre by attracting

implemented first if funding is not available for the main

visitors, generating income, creating jobs, making local

Carr Lane proposal; however these projects will require

businesses more viable, and enhancing quality of life for

further detail design development.

the residents.

Small Projects - ‘Do it Yourself Manual’

Should the planned refurbishment of Globe Mill proceed,

The small projects schedule (pp 38-45) offers an opportunity

this could present an opportunity for concurrently

for small scale improvements to the village centre to occur

implementing improvements to Carr Lane. This could be

on a rolling programme which can start immediately. The

part funded with section 106 agreements if agreed as part

information in the schedule should be made available to

of the planning application approval for Globe Mill.

the general public as soon as possible in the form of a Do It Yourself Manual. The Town Team could play a vital role in encouraging the use of this DIY Manual.

Phasing of Works Provided funds are available from the go ahead the main Carr Lane proposal presented in this report would require approximately 12-18 months to complete. This includes 5-6 months for detail design and statutory approvals before commencement on site. Any projects that are implemented should be phased so as not to compromise the operation

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Recommended Initial Actions for the Client Following the research, consultation and design stages undertaken the consultant team has drawn together the following list of actions: Improvements to Carr Lane

Development in Context

The Carr Lane proposal should be implemented as a priority

The stakeholders should ensure that proposals made for the

(pp47-55). The change in traffic priority at the eastern end of

Globe Mill site are viewed in the context of the proposals

Carr Lane should be implemented at the same time.

in this report. Any developers making proposals for this site should be encouraged to consider a new pedestrian

Quick Wins

crossing over the canal, and improvements to the duck

Proposed changes to line painting and signage around

feeding area and circular car park on Carr Lane. This will

Slaithwaite presented as part of the main Carr Lane proposal

increase the integration of Globe Mill into the high street

(pp49-55) should be implemented immediately regardless

and increase the level of activity across the canal.

of whether the Carr Lane realignment and improvement project is going ahead.

Integrity of the Proposal Where projects or parts of projects are implemented they

Small Projects - ‘Do It Yourself Manual’

should be done so in line with the initial intentions of the

The Schedule of Small Projects (pp38-45) should be

project.

published separately and made available to the local residents and land owners in the form of a ‘Do It Yourself

The Next Step

Manual of Improvements’. In some cases individuals will

The next step to progress the projects in this report is to

be able to act alone in implementing the improvements, in

gain approval from the relevant statutory bodies. This

other cases the manual should give advice on what kind of

includes; approval on lighting, signage, street layout and

help is required and where it can be found.

materials from Kirklees Highways Authority; statutory services approval for any diversions needed to implement

Lighting & Signage Design

the work; and consultation with the planning department

A specialist lighting designer should be appointed to

and relevant conservation officer where the proposals

develop a new pedestrian orientated lighting strategy for

fall inside the Slaithwaite conservation area. In order to

the village centre.

implement the proposed projects detailed design work will be required. It is recommended that a development

Detailed proposals for improvements to signage should

manager is appointed to assist the Town Team in taking

be developed and implemented as soon as possible.

these projects forward.

(See p36 for guidance on lighting and signage)

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