Waltham Cross Regeneration
As part of the wider Renaissance programme, the Council successfully bid for UK Government Funding to help towards major improvements in and around Waltham Cross. The town centre was a major part of the programme with its own Regeneration Project that aimed to restore a sense of pride in the community while addressing social, environmental, and economic needs.
Following just over a year of transformative work, the Regeneration Project was officially completed on Monday 1 December 2025. The improvements are a visual contrast to the former town centre and in addition to the attractiveness of the area being significantly enhanced, the town centre now benefits from better accessibility with new pedestrian crossings at Monarchs Way and a new shared cycle path. New features also include landscaped areas and greenery with sustainable drainage, more social spaces for visitors to enjoy (pocket parks), bicycle stands, new lighting and street furniture. There is now one-way vehicle access running through the town centre, along with additional on-street parking spaces.
The changes are expected to encourage more visitors, generate new employment opportunities, promote private sector investment, and contribute to the reduction of crime and anti-social behaviour.
Local businesses will be able to enjoy a more vibrant and inviting environment, while residents will be able to have better quality of life, with access to more health and leisure opportunities.
The Regeneration Project was designed in conjunction with members of the public and local businesses, and the support and patience of these stakeholders was pivotal to the success of the project and greatly appreciated.
The Waltham Cross High Street Car Park which was suspended at the start of the project is expected to reopen in early 2026 following essential resurfacing works. Alternative parking is available at Eleanor Cross Road Car Park and Pavilions Car Park.
Weekly markets (held every Wednesday, Friday and Sunday) will also be relocated back to their original location in the High Street in early 2026.
An official opening event for the new town centre is planned for the New Year, where members of the public, local dignitaries and project partners will come together to celebrate the completion of the Regeneration Project. Further details about the event will be communicated on the Council’s poster and digital boards, website and social media platforms closer to the time.
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