Exeter Quay and Water Lane Walking Tour

This event will take place on the 25 June or 2 July. 
Booking will be opening soon, in the meantime please register your interest to [email protected]

Core CPD Framework:

- Placemaking & Design

- Development and Infrastructure Planning

- Climate Change and Environmental Planning

- 1 1/2 CPD Hours

Event Description

Water Lane is an exciting and unique development site in Exeter. It is located adjacent to the River Exe, historic Ship Canal and Quay which are cherished destinations within the City.  The area has an incredibly rich history which is central to its appeal and continues to help shape development and re-use of surrounding areas. Exeter City Council have recently adopted the Liveable Water Lane Supplementary Planning Document (SPD) to guide future development at Water Lane. The SPD sets out how development will transform a challenging, under-used brownfield site into a vibrant, low-carbon, waterside neighbourhood, setting a new standard for urban regeneration in Exeter and beyond. Join us for talks from  Exeter City Council, Avalon Heritage and Planning and LDA for an informative tour of the area. The event will provide insight on the history and existing qualities of Exeter Quay and the influences shaping future plans for the transformation of Water Lane.

Programme 

• 1530-15.45 Registration / Tea & Coffee at Custom House

• 15.45-1630: Presentations

• • Strategic Update from Ian Collinson Strategic Director for Place at Exeter City Council
    
    
  • A Heritage Perspective from Bryher Mason, Associate Director of Heritage at Avalon Planning and Heritage
    Bryher will give a brief introduction to the history of Exeter Quay and Ship Canal, including the Grade I Listed Custom House, the venue for the event. She will also introduce the history of the Exeter Canal and Quay Trust who were responsible for the regeneration and revival of many of the historic buildings on the quayside.
    
    On the walking tour we will have a look at the row of listed buildings close to the Custom House which include the Grade I Quay House and a number of GII* buildings, including the Harbour Master’s Office. On the other side of the river, we can look at the revival of the canal basin and reuse of listed warehouses. 
    
    
  • An overview of the Liveable Exeter initiative and Water Lane Design Code from David Wesselingh at LDA Design.
    Liveable Exeter is a growth and city-making initiative that ensures that Exeter grows its success is sustained. The initiative is captured in the emerging Local Plan through seven placemaking principles which will strengthen and reinvigorate existing communities and repurpose and transform other parts of the city which need to change. David will provide a brief overview of this initiative and how it has guided the vision, masterplan and design proposals for development at Water Lane. On the walking tour we will highlight the main placemaking elements of the scheme as well as the opportunities and challenges presented by this unique location.

• 1630-1745: Guided River loop walk
  
  
• 17.45: Drinks at Topsham Brewery for those that would like to continue networking 

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Accessibility

Exeter Custom House is at the heart of the relaxed Quayside and Canal area and the venue has the following facilities:

• Step-free access to ground floor.
• Lift to the first floor (ask at reception for access).
• Accessible ground floor toilet.
• Registered assistance dogs are welcome anywhere on site.
• You will find details of the nearest carparks and public transport here.
• The walking tour may have some uneven surfaces. 

The RTPI is committed to delivering inclusive events; to make sure that everyone can have the best possible experience. To help work towards being able to do this an event organiser will contact all booked participants to discuss any access needs or requirements that they might have. Contact Charlotte Daborn to discuss any questions or concerns you may have.