Prince William's latest project will try to save 'unrecognisable' high streets
Prince William is attempting to save the UK high street by building a new town worth hundreds of millions of pounds. Nansledan, on the outskirts of Newquay in Cornwall, is a new town that started construction more than a decade ago.
TL;DR
- Prince William is leading the development of Nansledan, a new town in Cornwall, aimed at revitalizing the UK high street.
- The Duchy of Cornwall is developing Nansledan, which will eventually house 8,000 residents.
- The town incorporates an innovative architectural approach with adaptable shop floors on a single level, allowing businesses to expand.
- Nansledan will include a Tesco supermarket and a market hall, inspired by the successful regeneration of Altrincham Market.
- King Charles has previous experience in new town development with Poundbury, started 30 years ago.
- The project aligns with government commitments to building new towns and Prime Minister Andy Burnham's priority to regenerate high streets.