Project A: Town Centre

The Town Centre Transformation project

Through the Town Investment Plan the aim is to transform Leyland Town Centre creating a new vibrant heart to the town and the creation of two new public spaces for Leyland as a new focus for people and events:

• The Market Square -a civic space that will provide a new focal point within the town centre interfacing with the new Leyland Market and BASE2 business hub projects.
• A Church Place - a new green space just off Hough Lane. 

The proposals also create:

• Public realm improvements including:  shared spaces, shop forecourts, outdoor seating, wayfinding and tree planting
• Commercial development opportunities including commercial units for food and drink and town centre living.

Upgraded and new sustainable connectivity including: new pedestrian and cycle access from the north; car parking upgrades and provision of electric charging points and cycle parking.

• improved walking and cycling facilities
• improved access to strategic employment and leisure hub development sites, unlocking potential developments