Link-up boost to town’s appeal

A vision to transform the historic Stornoway waterfront could become a reality after being shortlisted in Scotland’s Future Towns Design Competition.

Plans submitted by Comhairle nan Eilean Siar for the town’s “greatest asset” outline proposals to build a waterfront walk. Rory Kellet, director of ThreeSixty Architecture, said: “Stornoway’s unique waterfront both physically and culturally defines the town, and was the obvious driver for realising CNES’ vision for Stornoway.

“Through key strategies we have produced proposals that enhance and reinforce connections to the waterfront, coherently connecting all of the distinct neighbourhoods of Stornoway and its surroundings from Arnish to Goat Island.

“Celebrating the waterfront and these con-

“The walkway would connect the waterfront to the town”

nections creates a ribbon of pedestrian and cycle connectivity that is punctuated by activities, shelters and viewing points.”

Under the plans the walkway would connect the waterfront to the town along with viewing platforms, cycle and pedestrian areas.

It is hoped the development will bring a sense of place and identity, making Stornoway more accessible to pedestrians and cyclists, as well as providing positive opportunities for visitors, residents and businesses.

Councillor Donald Crichton, chairman of the Sustainable Development Committee at Comhairle nan Eilean Siar, said he welcomed the proposed development of his local constituency.

He said: “We are delighted that Stornoway has been shortlisted in this competition. This is a great platform from which to promote our positive vision for the development of the town.”