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Armada Way other spaces

The scheme also has a number of spaces that are flexible for people to use, and pop-up spaces with water and power to host markets, live entertainment and art. 

Armada Way Scheme North Cross to Mayflower Street

What are the ‘pop-up spaces’ in the new scheme? 

There will be a couple of additional places which could be used for concessions, live events or other pop-up activity. These are located at the amphitheatre on the north piazza just down from the restored Phoenix Fountain, and under the solar canopies at ‘Place de Brest’ and near to the Sundial. Importantly these spaces will have power and potentially water supplies. 

How will they be used? 

They could be used in a variety of ways including street traders, theatre companies or musicians.   We gathered feedback with ideas on how these could be used as part of the consultation and will continue to work with our events team, street trading and external partners to ensure the spaces are used successfully 

What will happen to the street traders that are currently on Armada Way? 

Street traders will be able to trade in Armada Way. Some adjustments may have to be made while work takes place. However, we are exploring more power points for traders as part of our improved multi-use spaces. We are keen to have more traders. 

What are the flexible spaces? 

Throughout the scheme there are areas that haven’t been set aside to serve a particular purpose, these are referred to as ‘flexible spaces’.  These are a mix of lawned, seated or hard standing areas. 

How many seats will be included in the new scheme? 

The scheme will include seating for around 500 people, in various styles. 

What style of seating will there be and where will it be placed? 

There will be a mix of high-backed seats with arms, benches, seats with tables, lower seating for children. There will also be seating at the amphitheatre area at the north of Armada Way.   

Will there be any shade from the sun or cover from the rain?  

Many of the 202 trees on Armada Way will grow to have expansive canopies that will provide shelter throughout, as well as the solar panels at Place de Brest. The tops of London Plane trees (outside the area near Oggy Oggy) will join together to form a new umbrella cover for people to sit under.