Hello & Welcome

What’s happened so far? What’s the purpose of today’s event?

This event marks the start of consultation about Since we started consultation on the Understanding the site and its design proposals for Phase 3 of the High Path regeneration of High Path we have received opportunities and challenges Regeneration. outline planning permission from the for development Borough of . We want to work with you to create a vibrant place for residents and visitors to High Path. In addition we:

In this phase we will be building: Creating a vision for High Path Phase 3

Have detailed planning 378 new homes for private approval for Phase 1 and sale and private rent construction will begin soon Collecting your feedback on how Phase 3 could benefit you

Submitted a detailed Commercial spaces planning application for Phase 2 in May 2019

Are in the process of preparing A community centre the detailed planning application for Phase 3

A replacement ball court Existing Site

Merton High Street

Abbey Road

Hudson Court Gilbert Becket Ball Close Nelson Grove Road

Close Court Hayward Close

Ryder House May Road Pincott Court Road Priory Close

High Path

Merton Abbey Primary School High Path Phase 3

Phase 3 forms part of the approved High Path masterplan. It includes new housing for private rent and sale. The aim is to introduce a range of commercial and community uses as well as vibrant open spaces for the benefit of the local community.

Merton High Street

Abbey Road Abbey Pincott Road Pincott

Phase One Phase Two Under Construction In Planning

Rodney Place Morden Road Morden

Phase Two

In Planning Phase One

Under Construction

High Path

Key N Phase 3 site boundary line Phase 1 site boundary line Phase 2 site boundary line

High Path Phase 3 within the regeneration masterplan Vision for Phase 3

A vision for Phase 3 has been developed that offers:

• New homes for private sale and private rent • Work spaces • Ground floor commercial space along Merton High Street • A community centre

Merton High Street

Morden Road

Please tell us your thoughts? Vision for Phase 3

THE BENEFITS FOR HIGH PATH RESIDENTS & NEIGHBOURS 4 1. 1 New Uses A community centre, opportunities 5 for small businesses and start-ups, and improved facilities along Merton High Street

2.2 Celebrating Heritage Retain and take inspiration from the local heritage and history

3.3 Connecting Neighbourhoods Improved routes integrating with the surrounding network 4 3 1 4.4 Open Space & Play An accessible public park for all

5.5 Community Centre Merton High Street 1 A multi-use space for the local 3 community 2

Morden Road

Please tell us your thoughts? Phase 3 Development Opportunities

Roof Terrace Indicative image of the view towards Morden Road

Private Rental Sector

RH edit - 08/11/2018 Lobbies

Please tell us your thoughts? Phase 3 Development Opportunities

Phase 3 presents a number of exciting opportunities, bringing noticeable change to High Path. The site’s main development opportunities are:

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New homes for sale and rent

Merton High Street 2 2 Improved streets connecting High 3 5 Path to the underground station 3 1 4 1

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Shops and work spaces Hudson

3 Court Pincott Road Pincott

pm am 1 1 1 Key N 4 2 2 Phase 3 Site Boundary Line

Ryder Community Centre A community centre to bring House Shops and Work Spaces on ground local residents together floor with residential above Priory Close Improved Connections Improved links to 1 Neighbouring Streets 5 Re-invigorating Merton High Street Potential Future Tram Link Entrances and routes Park and play area’s for everyone Neighbourhood Park Potential Improvement Links to Morden Road Morden High Path Underground Station

Please tell us your thoughts? Phase 3 Development Challenges

The Phase 3 site runs along Merton High Street and wraps around South Wimbledon underground station. The site presents a range of challenges to development.

Merton High Street 2

Relocating the existing ball court 1 3 The ball court between Gilbert Close and Becket Close will need to be relocated. 4

Hudson 2 Court 2

Building next to a main road 1 Road Pincott Hayward Close Hayward

Ryder May House Court

3 Priory Close Building over the underground Road Morden 4

Key N Phase 3 Site Boundary Line Existing Ball Court Utilities High Path 4 Existing Mature Tree Underground cables and an Existing Substation Main Road existing sub-station impact where High Voltage Electricity Cables new buildings can be located. Underground Tunnels Noise Existing Bus Stop Celebrating Heritage

Understanding the local history and character plays Key listed and historic buildings around a key role in creating a well rounded approach to High Path: 1. South - Grade II the design of the new buildings and spaces. 5 listed building Merton High Street 2. St. John The Divine Church - locally listed Merton and South Wimbledon have a rich and Abbey Road 3. Rodney Place - locally listed 1 4. 25 Abbey Road - Former Princess diverse architectural heritage, with varied roofscapes Royal Public House and contrasting palette of materials. 5. The Nelson Arms PH

An interesting fact is during World War Two, South Wimbledon Station was used as an air raid shelter, 4 and several high explosive bombs were dropped on

the area during The Blitz. Road Morden 3

Key N High Path Phase 3 Site Boundary Line

2 Approximate location of Lord Nelson House

Bomb map showing bombs dropped around South Illustration of Merton Place, Construction of South Shelter beds dismantled Wimbledon during the Blitz, 1940-1 1803 Wimbledon Station, 1924 following the air raids, 1940s

Please tell us your thoughts? Celebrating Heritage

LOCAL ELEMENTS OF HISTORIC CHARACTER PROPOSED DESIGN FEATURES TO BE INFORMED BY LOCAL HERITAGE

Rodney Place Building Materials & Architecture Built in 1924, this terrace of Certain elements of material and 16 houses arranged in a architectural detailing found in horseshoe offers a quiet, South Wimbledon will be used to suburban environment with influence the designs for Phase 3. a strong rhythm to the door Archways and glazed brick are and window detailing. popular features of the area and may be included in the emerging designs.

South Wimbledon Station Public Spaces

Designed by Charles Holden Public open spaces will be and opened in 1926, the designed to bring people station forms part of a together and encourage family of stations along the everyone to spend more time northern line and is a Grade outside. The design for these II listed building. spaces will take inspiration from classic London squares.

Conservation Areas Public Art Located to the north-west of Sculptures and interactive High path and dating from artwork can help animate public the 1880s, this collection of spaces and offer opportunities houses boast an array of to celebrate local people and repetitive elements including the community by capturing the arched windows and legacy and identity of the places. doors and projecting bay windows.

Please tell us your thoughts? Connected Neighbourhood

We’re focussing on connecting High Path to the surrounding neighbourhood to improve movement and accessibility for all. New tree-lined streets and activated shopping arcades will invite people to Merton High Street walk through the neighbourhood to easily reach key destinations. Community Entrance to Centre Park Streets and footpaths will be designed to promote walking and cycling. 5 2

4 Road Pincott Hudson 3 Court Key N Phase 3 Site Boundary Line Main Public Open Space

Morden Road Main Public Realm 3 Hayward Close Community Centre Existing Designated Cycle Route 1 Ryder House Proposed Designated Cycle Route Existing Pedestrian Routes Enhanced Priory Close Proposed Pedestrian Routes

1. Connecting streets 2. Park access 3. Shopping arcades 4. Shared surface link to station 5. Mews with workshops

Please tell us your thoughts? Open Space & Play

Phase 3 is an opportunity to build the first part of the neighbourhood park. This will include play equipment and space for outdoor activities.

Merton High Street

Entrance to Park

Community Centre

Proposed entrance to park view Pincott Road Pincott

Hudson Court

Morden Road Hayward Close Hayward

N Key Phase 3 Site Boundary Line Main Public Open Space Community Centre Dedicated Play Area Incidental Play Area

Please tell us your thoughts? What happens next?

Please complete the feedback form to provide comments on the High Path Phase 3

TIMELINE OF FUTURE EVENTS:

We are here 2019 2020

MAY JUNE JULY AUGUST SEPTEMBER OCTOBER NOVEMBER DECEMBER JANUARY

Pre-Application Community Stakeholder Community Stakeholder Stakeholder Final Community Meeting #1 Consultation Workshop A Consultation Workshop B Workshop C Exhibition with Merton #1 ‘Land Uses’ #2 ‘History & ‘Neighbourhood Council Heritage’ Park’