We also created an interpretation plan for the park that reveals the history of the park using arts, media, exhibition and new programmes. We undertook a detailed audience assessment and created an innovative multi-media trail to encourage people to explore the park and its stories in a different way. Barker Langham also defined the business case to develop an Eastern Hub building, which will provide a new heart to the park with facilities such as exhibition, café and community spaces.

Our approach has been to engage local organisations in the development of the plans to ensure a strong local ownership, and also to support Council employees with our expertise in consultation and project development. In addition, we are monitoring the project through qualitative and quantative data collections so that the social and economic impact of the project can be measured.