Littlehampton Seafront Greens, Promenade,
and Surrounding Spaces Improvements Survey
(March 2017)
Please take a few minutes to let us know what you think about the proposals for improvements to the Littlehampton seafront greens, promenade, and surrounding streets and spaces.  Please fill in our survey for the chance to win £50*.  The survey closes on 29th March and the draw will take place on 31st March.

Whilst completing this survey you will find it helpful to view the exhibition boards outlining the design ideas for the seafront.  The order of the questions follows the order of these boards.  Click on a link embedded in this survey to view to the specific board that a particular question refers to.
* The prize draw is not open to ADC councillors, staff or members of their immediate families.
Part one: Your views
INTRODUCTION: [BOARD 1]  
We recommend you view exhibition board 1 first as it explains the reasons for the project and highlights the proposed study area  
THE VISION AND OVERARCHING PRINCIPLES: [BOARD 2]  

Q1 Do you agree or disagree with the following underlying proposals to "keep the greens green" (shown on board 2)?
  Agree Disagree Undecided
  Retain a similar amount of informal and flexible open green space as part of the green’s defining character.

  New planting will supply the structure and the setting of the place; planting will contain the greens and make the place feel more comfortable.

  Distinctive planting will be chosen to reinforce the coastal and maritime context, complementing the recently completed East Bank riverside walkway.

  Planting chosen to suit the local climate and the local context will ensure minimal maintenance and greatest success.

Q2
OVERARCHING PRINCIPLES: [BOARD 3]  

Q3 Do you agree or disagree with the following underlying proposals to "lessen the impact of vehicles" (shown at the top of board 3)?
  Agree Disagree Undecided
  A strategy to maintain similar parking numbers on a more efficient car park footprint and layout.

  Parking to be separated by beautiful planting contributing to the character of the seafront greens. An attractive asset, not an ugly necessity.

  Planting to soften the visual impact of car parking.

  Safe and accessible connecting paths that separate vehicles and pedestrians.

  Removal of the unattractive Banjo Road coach park which commands a prominent location in the centre of the greens, disrupts positive active uses, and diminishes the quality and success of neighbouring assets.

  Coach drop off points to replace Banjo Road; coaches to park elsewhere while customers are enjoying the greens and seafront.

  New parking and coach drop off points providing an enhanced and exciting arrival experience for all.

Q4

Q5 Do you agree or disagree with the following underlying proposals to design a "connected place" (shown at the foot of board 3)?
  Agree Disagree Undecided
  Maintain informal open access to the greens allowing people to freely roam and explore.

  Improve wider connections forming cohesive and intuitive with the East Bank riverside walkway, Pier Road, and the town centre.

  Re-establish and re-connect links between the Oyster Pond and the rest of the greens.

  Promote a variety of experiences through allowing different route choices. ‘Primary Routes’ that are clear wide and direct; ‘Secondary Routes’ that link defined uses; and ‘Tertiary Routes’ that offer alternative meandering, slow paced enjoyment. i.e. a journey through gardens.

  Ensure links between the promenade and greens are provided via shallow accessible ramps.

Q6
OVERARCHING PRINCIPLES: [BOARD 4]  

Q7 Do you agree or disagree with the following underlying proposals to provide "comfort and sanctuary" (shown at the top of board 4)?
  Agree Disagree Undecided
  Structures to provide safe and comfortable shelter.

  Natural shelter from prevailing wind through landscaping.

  A stunning night time environment (e.g. low level lighting in paving and planting; lighting integrated with furniture; lighting associated with concession buildings; some dark areas).

Q8

Q9 Do you agree or disagree with the following underlying proposals to provide a "defined identity" (shown at the foot of board 4)?
  Agree Disagree Undecided
  A powerful sense of place demonstrated through materials used, distinctive planting and the relationship between the two.

  A pleasurable place that is fun and entertaining for the whole family.

  A valuable place focussed on leisure for both the local community and visitors.

Q10
OVERARCHING PRINCIPLES: [BOARD 5]  

Q11 Do you agree or disagree with the following underlying proposals to "maximise use and functionality" (shown on board 5)?
  Agree Disagree Undecided
  Retain and enhance popular uses.

  An exciting place that is attractive to tourists and an environment that locals will cherish.

  Flexible uses which allow the place to adapt as required and cope with seasonal pressures.

Q12
THE CONCEPT: [BOARD 6]  

Q13 Do you agree or disagree with the following concept for the overall seafront greens and promenade (shown on board 6)?
  Agree Disagree Undecided
  Pier Road : reduced road width to single carriageway, allowing cafe spill out and alfresco dining experiences.

  Beach Road : continuation of the ‘Grand Procession’ connecting the War Memorial with the greens.

  Social Pine Grove : hammock garden and bbq/picnic facilities.

  New shelters/structures.

  Proposed new Foreshore Station.

  Planting to screen existing less attractive buildings.

Q14
THE CONCEPT: [BOARD 7]  

Q15 Do you agree or disagree with the following concept for the 'Social Hub' (shown first on board 7)?
  Agree Disagree Undecided
  A series of social spaces cut into the natural topography; splash pad, sand play, French boules and games area.

  New concession building raised on a plinth with wide steps and accessible ramps allowing views over new social spaces and maintaining views out to sea.  Including public toilets.

  Beach shower facilities.

  Stronger connection between Harbour Park Amusements and the promenade.

  Location for new shelter structure.

Q16

Q17 Do you agree or disagree with the following concept for the 'Grand Procession' (shown second on board 7)?
  Agree Disagree Undecided
  A high quality link comprising planting, seating and other small interventions such as informal play features; stepping stones, musical chimes, boom tubes and drums.

  Car parking areas interspersed with distinctive planting to remove the impression of an excessive area of surface level parking and create a positive link with the greens.

  Strengthened links across the car park connecting the Oyster Pond and Harbour Park with the greens.

  Western coach drop off point.

Q18

Q19 Do you agree or disagree with the following concept for the 'Performance Space' (shown third on board 7)?
  Agree Disagree Undecided
  Seating integrated with planting forming the backdrop to seats, improving comfort, relaxation and security.

  A formalised spectator space in a garden setting.

  A place to maximise the potential for enjoying and celebrating performance.

  Provision for new concessions.

Q20
THE CONCEPT: [BOARD 8]  

Q21 Do you agree or disagree with the following concept for the 'Coastal Gardens' (shown first on board 8)?
  Agree Disagree Undecided
  Landscaping supporting sheltered terraced seating facing the greens.

  Landscaping supporting lounging lawns facing out to sea.

  Accessible shallow gradient footpaths allowing a comfortable transition between the promenade and greens.

  Alternative meandering, slow paced paths allowing discovery and the experience of moving through the gardens.

  Sloping lounging lawns facing in towards the greens.

Q22

Q23 Do you agree or disagree with the following concept for the 'Active Hub' (shown second on board 8)?
  Agree Disagree Undecided
  Including activities such as basketball, volleyball, 5-a-side football.

  Informal seating (pebble seats) scattered around active areas; a welcoming place encouraging people to dwell reducing the feeling of seclusion and stimulating natural surveillance.

  Expansion of children’s play offer.

  Fitness trail extending through the 'Coastal Gardens’.

  Eastern coach drop off point.

  Location for new shelter structure.

Q24

Q25 Do you agree or disagree that there should be more opportunities for temporary/seasonal concessions on the seafront?
 

Q26 The wide open expanse of seafront greens provides an ideal setting for large events and activities which attract visitors to the area and enhances the local economy.  Events offer a variety of fun opportunities and entertainment for all ages, raising community spirit and inclusion.  Currently there is a maximum of five organised events on the seafront greens each year (e.g. ‘Screen on the Green’, ‘The Littlehampton Bonfire Celebrations’, and 'Armed Forces Day').  In future would you like to see?

Q27

Q28
Part two: About you

Q29 Are you?

Q30 What is your age?
 

Q31

Q32 Did you attend the exhibition?

Q33 If you would like to enter the free prize draw, please provide your name and contact details below: [this information will only be used to inform the prizewinner]
   
   
   

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