A masterplan for the next phase of the University of Cambridge’s new mixed-used neighbourhood, Eddington, includes 50ha of open space.

This includes parks, play areas, community gardens, sports pitches and routes for walking, cycling and recreation as part of the development in North West Cambridge.

The new masterplan has been created by a multidisciplinary team led by Hawkins Brown, with Grant Associates as landscape architect, AECOM for civil and infrastructure, KMC for transport, and Max Fordham for sustainability.

Eddington is a pioneering development,” says Keith French, director at Grant Associates. “Working closely with the team, our focus has been on shaping a generous nature-based network and a public realm with liveable streets and spaces that support a vibrant, diverse and connected community.”

Around 3,800 homes are proposed alongside new community facilities and active travel routes, all of which will build on the first phase of Eddington which began in 2013 and boasts 79% of trips made by walking, cycling or public transport.

Streets are designed around people rather than cars, with a network of public green spaces, shared gardens and biodiverse corridors to create new habitats for wildlife.