TORYGLEN ACCESS DIAGRAM

LEGEND

3m core path - cycle and pedestrian route 2m secondary path Gravel woodland path

Improved pedestrian and cycling crossings

Existing cycle routes

Gateways

4 Strategic Access Vision

This diagram illustrates the proposals for access infrastructure developments and improvements aimed at increasing and 1 facilitating active travel through Toryglen and connections to surrounding areas.

This strategic plan illustrates the intention to deliver a comprehensive network of active travel routes for cyclists , pedestrians and other wheeled users. It defines a hierarchy of routes the majority of which run through green spaces and ‘off- road’ making them ideal for shared use.

The routes highlighted as Shared use/ cycle routes are considered to be the priority routes and linkages for cycle access 2 and are proposed to be 3m wide. Secondary and tertiary routes will extend the pedestrian access network and create new connections and circuits for pedestrians 3 within the open spaces and between the local amenities and the adjacent housing developments.

Legend Partners Current Path Analysis Gateway - interpretive design areas 3m Core Path - Cycle and Pedestrian 1 2 3 4 Improved Pedestrian/Cyclist Crossing 2m Secondary Path Existing Cycle and Pedestrian route Gravel Woodland Path

TORYGLEN PARK PROSPECTHILL CIRCUS SOUTH OF MALLS MIRE FROM JESSIE STREET

The Core Path that runs from Road to The road is c. 6m wide with asphalt footways on both The path which runs along the southern boundary of Another metalled path runs from Jessie Street on the Prospecthill Circus is a well-used route for cyclists and sides. A number of subsidiary roads connect with the Malls Mire, linking Toryglen to , is well used northern edge of the project area, to the northern area pedestrians at present. It is straight, metalled, lit and circus from both sides, and these provide access to the but of poor quality. of Toryglen (and Prospecthill Circus). provides a direct link to Holyrood Catholic Secondary core areas of the housing scheme. School from Toryglen. At present this path is an informal dirt track which This path is surfaced in tarmac and connects with gravel Prospecthill Circus is lightly trafficked and could often becomes waterlogged during periods of sustained paths which run towards Malls Mire and Toryglen Park. There are however, a number of limitations with consequently accommodate cyclists without new cycle rainfall, due to the surface runoff from the embankment Adjustments to this path are being made to create a this route. It is currently 2.5m wide; too narrow to infrastructure, but there is also an opportunity to to the south. This route could provide an important connection through the ongoing housing development, accommodate both cyclists and pedestrians required. introduce a one-way system around the Circus which active travel connection towards NCR 756 in the east, and these include widening to 3m. The existing street lighting is old and defective, and the could allow the introduction of a designated two- but will require a significant upgrade to width, surface, path is fenced on both sides, unnecessarily restricting way cycle lane within the carriageway. This has been drainage and lighting. access into the adjacent Toryglen Park. This path is tree considered as an option for further examination. lined, but several of the trees on its southern side have been lost, and are in decline. Key

Proposed shared cycle and pedestrain core route

Proposed pedestrian route

Existing pedestrian route

Proposed woodland path

Exisiting woodland path

Roads within the site and direction of traffic TORYGLEN MASTERPLAN Exisiting grassland Exisiting woodland

Improved pedestrian/cycle crossings ACCESS OPTION Toryglen Road to Mill Street

LEGEND

Core path - cycle and pedestrian route Secondary route Toryglen Road National Cycle Route 756

At the eastern end of the project area, it is recognised that there would be advantages in extending the active travel route along Toryglen Road to connect with the NCR 756 on Road.

This would require development of the route within South and discussions are ongoing regarding the feasibility of extending outside the boundary.

250m ACCESS OPTION DIAGRAM ACCESS OPTION ROAD DESIGN Prospecthill Cycle Lane Prospecthill Cycle Lane

LEGEND The masterplan has considered the potential introduction of a cycle route around Prospecthill Circus. This option would involve the introduction of a one-way traffic system ( anti-clockwise) around the inside of the circus , thereby enabling the outer part of the carriageway to be converted to a two way cycle lane.

This option may not be fully justified due to the low level of traffic around the circus , and will be subject to further consideration and feasibility testing.

1.8m 3m 3.5m 1.8m

LEGEND

Two-way cycle lane One-way road around Prospecthill Core path - cycle and pedestrian route

Secondary routes

Woodland paths

Gateways

Key TORYGLEN PARK DETAILED AREA

Example Layout Toryglen Park - flexible use amenity areas, paths and cycle lanes with stopping points.

TORYGLEN TODAY Metalled Path Secondary Path

Visualisation of Toryglen Park

EXAMPLES OF PLAY

Drapers Field - Kinnear Landscape Thetford Forest Pump Track - UK Architects / London, 2014

Terrain morphology shaped to enhance Course woven between the existing trees. the experience of play. Cycle courses Suitable for many abilities and ages. and adventure play equipment intertwined with natural play elements.

100m WETLAND CORRIDOR DETAILED AREA

Typical Gateway Area Across the Site

TORYGLEN TODAY Metalled Path Secondary Path

Visual of the SUDs Viewing Platform

WATERSIDE DESIGNS

Houtan Park - Turenscape Landscape Architecture, China, 2010 A boardwalk weaves the water line, creating an intimacy between the community and the waterscape habitat. Composition of vertical and horizontal timber elements create opportunities for relating with the landscape, framing view or providing shelter.

100m MALLS MIRE DETAILED AREA

Example Core Route to the South of Malls Mire Flexible use amenity areas, paths and cycle lanes with stopping points.

TORYGLEN TODAY Metalled Path Secondary Path

Visual of Community Garden Area

WOODLAND DESIGNS

Visual of Community Garden Area

Strandskogen Arninge Ullna Topia landskapsarkitekter, Sweden, 2014 Elevated walkway through a forest- protecting the delicate understory - allowing access across wetlands, ultimately leading to viewpoints or sheltered spaces.

Exhibition in the Forest hochC Landscape Architects, Berlin, 2017 Simple creative interventions in the landscape can bring a new perspective to the natural space - painted elements incite a sense of curiosity. Raised viewpoints and shelters create focal points and promote interest to explore the woodland environment.

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