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November 2004
Accessibility
in Marple
Following on from the recent improvements to the Memorial Park entrance, the major refurbishment to Market Street/Derby Way and the improvements to Derby Street car park, the Council is now keen to make further improvements to the walking environment in the District Centre, to the infrastructure for public transport and to the car parks.
The proposed improvements include improvements to footpaths, pedestrian crossing facilities, bus stop improvements and improvements to Chadwick Street car park including access to the car park from Stockport Road.
The Council is keen to receive your views on the proposals.
The plans
are on display in the Marple library, Memorial Park, and staff from Traffic Services and Transport Policy
were in attendance between 10:00am AND 4:00pm, on THURSDAY 11th, Friday 12th and SATURDAY 13th NOVEMBER.
A questionnaire is available for your comments and should be returned by 26th NOVEMBER 2004.
A copy of the plan and the questionnaire are available by clicking on the
links below:
Accessibility
Consultancy Plan (PDF)
Accessibility
Questionnaire (PDF)
Derby
Street Car Park Improvements
Following on from the completion of the major refurbishment of Market Street and Derby Way, the existing car park on Derby Street has been drastically improved, not only to improve traffic circulation and
parking but also to provide a safe and accessible environment for pedestrians.
The main aspects of the improvements are:
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A new pedestrian crossing links Derby Way to the pedestrian access to the car park.
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The existing exit relocated to provide segregation for pedestrians and vehicles. Including pedestrian areas and routes.
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Rationalisation
of the parking bays to provide parking for disabled persons and safe pedestrian areas at the entrances and exits.
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A ramp providing an
accessible link from the car park to Hibbert Lane, and associated bus stops.
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Improvements to surrounding footpaths including dropped kerbs and tactile paving.
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Market
Street/Derby Way Refurbishment
The major refurbishment of the main pedestrianised shopping street in Marple is now complete.
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The drainage system renewed and upgraded.
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The uneven and unsightly paving replaced with high quality block paving materials in a rational and distinctive pattern.
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The unsightly brick planters removed and new trees planted centrally along both Market Street and Derby Way.
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The uncoordinated and street furniture removed and new seating and litter bins provided.
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Installation of new bollards to prevent
unauthorised vehicles gaining access to the pedestrian areas.
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Improvements to pedestrian crossing facilities and links to adjacent areas.
Memorial Park Entrance Improvements
 The improvements to the park entrance were primarily aimed at improving access especially for pedestrians and to enhance the safety, visibility and appearance of the area.
The entrance was realigned to give better and safer access for vehicles from Stockport Road, combined with improved pedestrian facilities. Traffic speeds are controlled with raised tables with rumble strips at the entrance.
The materials used include a mix of high quality block paving and street furniture that is to become characteristic of the District Centre.
A number of trees were removed to improve visibility and replaced with new specimen trees planted within the paved area.
New street lighting was included to the entrance complimenting the new street lights along Stockport Road.
A more recent addition has been the location of a new entrance sign and notice board within the park.
Further improvements are to take place to improve walking and cycling facilities through the Park, with the aim to
strengthen the link between the main shopping centre with the Marple railway station.
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