Visitor Information Plan & Walk Trail Review – Castle Archdale and Scrabo Country Parks
Client: Northern Ireland Environment Agency (Strategic Partner)
The Challenge
To undertake a strategic review of the visitor information provision and current walk trail system within Castle Archdale Country Park and Scrabo Country Park.
The Role
To:
Visitor Information
- Undertake an assessment of the current position of visitor flow and visitor information through site inspection and consultation with Park Management and staff
- Prepare spatial plan identifying optimal visitor flow and information (signage) required to facilitate this. This is based on a Spatial Plan Map with commentary and database of required actions and signage.
- Ensure the plan provides a rationale for all actions required to ensure a positive visitor flow and experience for visitors engaging in the visitor hub and further encourage them to explore the wider Park
Walk Trails
- Undertake an Audit of the existing walk trail system within the context of:
- Develop a Concept Plan for a revised/ new walk trail system based on:
- Develop GIS mapping of all existing trail infrastructure to be removed and the location of all new trail infrastructure to be installed. This will be supplemented by a database identifying the exact infrastructure required at each location taking into account the new brand guidelines for the park. Trail infrastructure includes e.g waymarkers, signs, trailhead panels, seating, safety signage etc.
- Prepare estimated design costs for any new built sections /upgrading.