New 'parklet' plan unveiled for Exeter city centre

A new scheme has been announced to enhance public spaces in Exeter.

The city's business improvement district, InExeter, has unveiled plans to install two "parklets" for the city centre.

The projects have received £50,000 of government funding and will repurpose parking spaces on Fore Street and Musgrave Row.

Councillor Laura Wright said the parklets would be "free, accessible hubs for relaxation and socialising".

The aim of the initiative is to address challenges in areas where narrow or congested pavements limit outdoor seating or where there was a need to expand seating and public space.

A local business has been commissioned to fabricate and install both parklets, which would provide seating and areas for coffee and outdoor dining.

Nicola Wheeler, the CEO of InExeter, said: "There is a growing demand for more spaces for people to dwell in our city which compliments the introduction of green infrastructure, such as parklets, which provide a much-needed resting space from the hustle and bustle of the urban environment, supporting our member businesses as well as benefitting the local community and visitors."

The installation of the parklets is scheduled to commence in February.

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