The centre of Dawley could soon boast a new-look High Street, shops, homes and public open space as part of a multi-million pound regeneration project.

And local people will be able to take advantage of the latest computer technology to see how the transformation will look. Next week sees the start of a new round of public consultation by Telford & Wrekin Council.

A series of events will offer people the opportunity to see a vision of Dawley and Malinslee for the future. 

For the first time, people will be able to see a scale model and a computer generated “fly-through” which shows how the 90-acre site covering the centre of Dawley, one of Telford’s oldest market towns, and the Malinslee area could look. 

The scheme is a key part of the council’s Borough Towns Initiative (BTI) to regenerate and improve towns and local centres.

Changes to be made include opening the High Street up to vehicles (one way), replacing street furniture, providing short-stay car parking on the High Street and grants for improvements to shop fronts and buildings. 

Also proposed are a care home, better pedestrian links to Dawley, Malinslee and Telford Town Park, together with improvements and amendments to create a mixed use environment – combining housing, retail, commercial and high quality public open space. 

Councillor Eric Carter, cabinet member for regeneration, said: “The regeneration will breathe new life into this historic town. 

“The first public event will be held at Dawley House, 22 Burton Street, Dawley, on Monday from 5pm to 8pm and I would urge people to attend if at all possible and have their say.” 

Councillor Vic Tonks said: “If people need any help getting to Monday’s event or any of the others planned or just want more details then they should contact the project team on (01952) 384015.”

The detailed planning application will be submitted in April.

By Peter Johnson