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Gloucester City Council unveils 25-year masterplan featuring new music venue and heritage trails
Overview
Gloucester City Council has released a provisional 25-year masterplan aimed at shaping the future of the city through regeneration, sustainable growth, and housing. The blueprint proposes redeveloping key areas such as Eastgate Shopping Centre and The Fleece, introducing a new music venue to boost nightlife, and creating heritage treasure trails. Residents and businesses can share their views in a consultation running until 23 November.
Key points
- Gloucester City Council has shared a 25-year masterplan to guide future planning, housing, and regeneration decisions.
- Provisional proposals include redeveloping Eastgate Shopping Centre, Lower Eastgate Street, and The Fleece.
- The blueprint calls for a new music or entertainment venue to improve the city's nightlife.
- Residents have expressed a desire for Heritage 'Treasure Trails' to showcase the city's history and attract more visitors.
- A public consultation on the masterplan is open until 23 November.
