First Parklet In Belfast Officially Opens

The first parklet in Belfast city centre has officially opened by Linen Quarter BID, in conjunction with Belfast City Council, the Department for Communities and the Department for Infrastructure.

The ten metre parklet, located on the corner of Linenhall Street and Clarence Street, was officially launched today by Belfast Lord Mayor Councillor Kate Nicholl, DFI Minister Nichola Mallon MLA, Director of BBC Northern Ireland Peter Johnston and Managing Director of Linen Quarter BID Chris McCracken.

The parklet is a green oasis in the heart of the city, offering tremendous views of City Hall. The development provides an enjoyable social space and promotes the contemporary city environment that citizens have come to demand.


Lord Mayor of Belfast Councillor Kate Nicholl, commented: "It's more important than ever that we think about how we use our outdoor spaces; this parklet is a great example of how an area can be reimagined and the aesthetic changed to create a welcoming, vibrant space in the heart of the city centre for those who work and live here, and for those visiting the city.

"We're working with Department for Infrastructure and Department for Communities to roll out the next phase of A Bolder Vision - a wide-reaching vision that will significantly transform Belfast city centre. The parklet is a great example of that vision in action, reflecting the values and goals of A Bolder Vision, re-thinking how the city’s streets and places are used offering new opportunities to connect. We look forward to collaborating with Linen Quarter BID on the innovative developments it will introduce throughout the year."