A DEVELOPMENT to transform one Glasgow area has reached an important milestone.
A £2.42m grant will create five new parks and open spaces in Hamiltonhill, North Glasgow.
Given to Queens Cross Housing Association from the Green Infrastructure Fund, the development will see the creation of a large community park, garden and play park for children, among others.
The places will be for activity and leisure including a sports pitch as well as tranquil areas and green spaces which will improve the biodiversity of the neighbourhood.
Site work has started and the new outdoor areas are expected to be completed by summer as part of a wider regeneration of Hamiltonhill.
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Shona Stephen, Queens Cross chief executive, said: “The regeneration of the area is a key part of Queens Cross’ vision of providing excellent housing in vibrant communities.
“These five new parks and open spaces will host community events and give local people relaxing areas for exercise and recreational activities, helping to improve their health and wellbeing.”
Martin Faulkner, NatureScot’s green infrastructure project manager, said: “Green Infrastructure projects bring more nature into our cities. We depend on nature for our and the planet’s wellbeing, and these new Hamiltonhill parks and open spaces give much more opportunity for local people to enjoy and appreciate nature.
“With community action and volunteering at the heart of nature conservation, we look forward to seeing the benefits of improved health, wellbeing and economic opportunities for the Hamiltonhill residents and visitors.”
The project is part of a major new £37.5 million Scottish programme of projects to improve the urban environment of larger towns and cities.
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