Bristol Harbourside

• What does regeneration mean?

  Refers to strategies used to improve an area
• Why did Bristol Harbourside fall into decline?

  The boats for trade grew in size, so they couldn't fit down the river, so went to Avonmouth or Royal Portbury ports instead.

  Bristol Harbourside was predominantly based off secondary sector employment, so when the boats couldn't fit, people couldn't work there anymore, and the area transitioned to tertiary, so the harbour fell into dereliction.
• 3 features of the regeneration project

  • University of Bristol’s new campus: The establishment of a new campus focused on digital and business technologies. It includes Brunel’s Engine Shed, home to a range of high-tech and creative businesses. Boxworks, a collection of 20 custom-designed shipping containers as workspaces, is located next to Engine Shed.
  • Green infrastructure: Emphasis was placed on creating green spaces and promoting sustainable and energy-efficient construction.
  • Mixed-use development: The project included a blend of residential, commercial, and public spaces.
• 3 failures of the project

  • Homes have been gentrified so families can't afford them
  • Sense of displacement for local communities from long term residents
  • Increased traffic congestion in the city centre