The site at Cherry Avenue was originally the entrance to the National Stud before being separated by the construction of the M7 motorway. The proposed development aims to transform the 7.4 hectare site into a new public amenity park for Kildare Town. The design restores the historic gates and avenue lined with mature pines and incorporates walking routes, open spaces, and areas for biodiversity and community use within a flowing landscape setting.
Our role on the project was to lead the overall park design and prepare a comprehensive arboricultural assessment to inform the development. A total of 257 trees across 14 groups were surveyed, recorded, and assessed for condition, retention, and protection. The site includes notable features such as the parallel lines of Scots and Corsican Pines along the avenue and a striking line of veteran Beech trees to the east, all of which have been retained and integrated into the park’s design.
The layout of the park has been carefully planned to protect existing trees and ecological habitats, rerouting paths where necessary to safeguard root zones and sensitive species. The scheme promotes biodiversity through retained treelines and hedgerows, new woodland planting, meadows, and pollinator areas, creating a sustainable and engaging green space for the local community.
The project is currently in Phase 1.
