Carlisle’s £2m city centre road regen completes

Opening this week, Devonshire Street has been upgraded with outdoor seating, street furniture, benches, cycle parking, trees, and plants.

Contractor Eric Wright Civil Engineering has undertaken the government-funded £2m regeneration work in Carlisle.

Construction began in February and was completed in five months while the road remained closed.

At the weekend Cumberland Council held a celebration event to mark the finish of what it describes as a high-quality, welcoming environment for residents, businesses, and visitors.

The Devonshire Street project is part of a broader regeneration drive currently happening in Carlisle.

This includes:

• Carlisle Southern gateway project on English Street. This project aims to regenerate the southern entrance to the city and is scheduled to be completed by spring next year.
• Carlisle Station gateway project. This involves the partial pedestrianisation of Court Square and the creation of enhanced accessibility from George Square. The project is expected to be completed in 2027.
• Market Square and Greenmarket regeneration project. Beginning this summer, the project will create a 6,000-square-metre multifunctional events space and see the war memorial’s relocation with the British Legion’s blessing. This scheme is also to be completed by the spring of next year.

Leader of Cumberland Council, Cllr Mark Fryer, said: “The investment in Carlisle city centre is a testament to Cumberland Council’s commitment to the city’s growth and development.

“We would like to thank our contractor, Eric Wright Civil Engineering, for finalising the work.

“I would also like to thank all the businesses on Devonshire Street and residents of Carlisle for their patience and cooperation during this project.

“The new revitalised area in Carlisle will help to promote positive outcomes for the health and well-being of our entire community while attracting more footfall and boosting economic activity.”