Urbanism
Environment
Design
Environment
Design
Bingham Baseline Report
In Stage 1, URBED worked alongside HEB surveyors, conducting in-depth baseline analysis. We looked at a number of factors contributing to a 'health check' of the town, including the current attractions, its retail offer, its catchment, and its urban structure – made up by the transport, built and green infrastructure.
We also undertook a benchmarking exercise through an analysis of a series of Case Studies of Market Towns and Squares to help draw valuable lessons that can inform the vision for Bingham.
Bingham became a chartered market town in 1314. Surrounded by fields, Bingham’s weekly market provided farmers the opportunity to sell their produce, and drew local tradesmen and craftsman. The town gathered at the Market Place for public celebrations, parades and feasts. The Butter Cross in the Market Place was the centre of historic Bingham, and still lies at the heart of this modern, prosperous town.
