Should Eastleigh High Street Be Pedestrianised Permanently?
Eastleigh Borough Council is considering options to revitalise the town centre. One proposal is to permanently pedestrianise Eastleigh High Street—making it safer, more accessible, and potentially more attractive to shoppers and visitors.
But is this the right approach?
👉 Read the latest news article:
https://www.eastleighnews.co.uk/2024/10/pedestrianisation-leads-eastleighs-town-centre-revival-plans/
📄 Consultant brief (PDF):
Other ideas being discussed include:
Part-time or weekend-only closures
Shared spaces for pedestrians, cyclists, and vehicles
Public realm improvements: trees, lighting, benches, and more
Public feedback is important.
💬 Should the High Street be fully closed to traffic?
🚗 What impact might that have on local travel and businesses?
🌿 What changes would make the town centre more inviting?
Comments and suggestions welcome. Every perspective counts in shaping the future of Eastleigh.