WORK to develop a futuristic play area featuring a seven-story-high “rope factory,” an area for events, and an amphitheater at Aberdeen beach is set to begin next week.
Meanwhile, the Beach Leisure Centre is expected to be stripped of its assets as plans to demolish the structure move forward. This is a key part of the local authority’s multi-million-pound scheme to make the city’s waterfront a world-class destination for residents and visitors.
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Council leaders say this will be the” biggest beach redevelopment in 35 years”.
Following several months of initial preparations, construction crews are now ready to begin excavation at three primary sites as the £50 million project kicks off.
The project could eventually see the addition of a new boardwalk extending into the ocean, an improved Beach Ballroom, and possibly a new football stadium. However, the second phase of the renovation is likely to be delayed until additional funding is secured.
The play area will be segmented into four distinct zones – sport, adventure, woodland, and coastal – each offering various activities for children.
Broadhill will also receive enhancements, including viewing platforms and additional seating, along with the creation of new cycling lanes and paths.
Both of these areas will be fenced off starting next week.
Links Road, and the area between Beach Boulevard and Queens Link Retail Park have been closed since the start of summer to facilitate a major overhaul of underground gas pipes, broadband services, and utilities. Council leaders say these upgrades have been completed. Nonetheless, certain road closures will persist for several months as crews continue to work on the beach and events parks.
The Beach Boulevard will be temporarily closed between Links Road and the Esplanade from the beginning of October, with clear signage directing traffic to alternative routes. It remains unclear when the traffic restrictions at the beach will be lifted.
A revitalised Broadhill is expected to be accessible to residents by next summer, with the beach and events parks opening the following year.
