New Ross Town Centre First Regeneration
The New Ross Town Centre First Regeneration was a collaborative project that aimed to revitalise New Ross town centre, transforming it into a vibrant and attractive hub for living, working, and visiting, while also serving as a central point for community, social, cultural, and recreational activities. This ambitious plan, which outlined a strategic vision for the next 15-20 years, was developed by Cunnane Stratton Reynolds Ltd, in partnership with Wexford County Council and A Playful City, who led the community engagement efforts.
To gather comprehensive insights and inform the plan, A Playful City conducted extensive consultation activities. These included a Community Survey that garnered 180 responses, a Youth Survey with 72 responses from local students and youth groups, and two Walk and Talk workshops with 21 key community stakeholders representing diverse interests such as local businesses, heritage, cultural groups, and accessibility. Prior to this, the Design Team also held initial meetings with various Wexford County Council departments and the New Ross Town Team.
The feedback collected through these activities was instrumental in shaping six key themes of engagement that reflected the community's thoughts and feelings towards the town's changing identity and revitalization. These themes covered Young People, Uniqueness and Character, Business, Entrepreneurship and Tourism, Inclusivity and Accessibility, Diaspora (Old/New), and Future Use and Living. The insights gained from all consultation activities directly informed the ongoing work and strategic direction of the New Ross Town Centre First Initiative.
The "New Ross Town Centre First Plan," is a collaborative effort to revitalise the town of New Ross, Wexford, focusing on sustainable development, community engagement and urban regeneration. Prepared by a multidisciplinary team for Wexford County Council, it aims to transform New Ross into a more vibrant, attractive, safe and accessible town for residents and visitors.