A group responsible for transforming part of Belfast city centre has set its sights on some of the city's most run-down areas.
After the success of their first term introducing improved social spaces such as the Parklet at Pugs and FLAXX on Brunswick Street, MD Chris McCracken, MD told Belfast Live that their work has only begun. "We were also thinking of a butterfly garden in that space and some outdoor games and other activities throughout the year so it means it would be a bit more interesting and enjoyable for those people working in the area."
Linen Quarter BID's current boundary stops at Hope Street and does not cover the lower part of Great Victoria Street or the Dublin Road and Shaftsbury Square. In 2023, if voted for by businesses, they hope to take the area under their wing and begin transformations. Since 2018, the company has seen significant progress in the Linen Quarter that has benefited not only the businesses in the area but the public too - something Chris hopes reflects their determination to reimagine the city.
Start with castle st.
Does this abandoned mess belong to Tribecca ones as well? So many corporate interested bought buildings, aspiring to more hotels, malls, office blocks and little else; now it’s looking like they won’t build much if anything as costs/Brexit ensure spiralling inflation/recession