Stroud town centre has seen a significant improvement with the completion of resurfacing works on King Street and King’s Parade, delivering a safer, more accessible and more attractive environment in one of the area’s busiest locations.
The works, delivered by Gloucestershire County Council with support from Stroud Town Council and Stroud District Council, have transformed one of the town’s busiest routes outside the Five Valleys Shopping Centre.
The new surfacing improves the visual appearance of the area while enhancing accessibility and safety for residents, visitors, and businesses.
Local stakeholders, including representatives from the Farmers’ Market, Chamber of Commerce, and town council, have been meeting regularly to coordinate wider improvements to the town centre and support its long-term regeneration.
Mark Dransfield, Chairman of Dransfield Properties, said: “It is refreshing to see projects coming together in the community where key stakeholders are all working collaboratively.
“Collectively this has drawn together works to the external paving and local public transport which residents and visitors to the town will benefit from. We are all working together to bring forward further town centre enhancement projects which will be announced shortly.”
The resurfacing replaces a previously worn and uneven surface on King Street, creating a safer and more attractive environment for pedestrians.
Further improvements are also planned for the area, including the installation of new event columns by Stroud Town Council later this month.
Cllr Chloe Turner, Leader of Stroud District Council, said: “It’s fantastic to see continued investment in Stroud town centre, and the completion of these improvements on King Street and King’s Parade is a clear example of partners working together to deliver real benefits for our community. A more accessible, attractive and safer environment supports our local businesses and makes the town an even more welcoming place for residents and visitors. We’re committed to building on this momentum and ensuring Stroud continues to thrive.”
The works form part of wider recent improvements to Stroud’s transport infrastructure, including upgrades to both the bus and railway stations.
Stakeholders say the project reflects strong collaboration across the town and a shared commitment to making Stroud an even more welcoming and vibrant place to live, visit, shop, and do business.
