Is Cornwall’s newest high street an inspiring model, or a threat to nearby Newquay?
Nansledan, a new development in Cornwall, is being positioned as a model for community-focused retail. However, there are concerns that it may negatively impact the nearby town of Newquay. The project includes affordable housing and aims to create a vibrant community, but its effects on local businesses remain to be seen.
- ▪Prince William recently visited the Nansledan development, which is designed to support small businesses and affordable services.
- ▪The project includes 30% affordable housing and aims to create a walkable, mixed-use community.
- ▪Concerns have been raised that Nansledan could drain life from Newquay's aging shopping street.
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Prince William makes handprints at a new development in Nansledan on Thursday. Photograph: Jonny Weeks/The GuardianView image in fullscreenPrince William makes handprints at a new development in Nansledan on Thursday. Photograph: Jonny Weeks/The GuardianCommunitiesIs Cornwall’s newest high street an inspiring model, or a threat to nearby Newquay? Some locals fear Nansledan, touted as a blueprint for community-focused retail, is draining life from the town next doorSarah ButlerSat 23 May 2026 09.00 EDTLast modified on Sat 23 May 2026 09.01 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleA buzzard soars above wildflower meadows glinting with buttercups, as a giant construction vehicle whirs across a concrete pad where a new Tesco and a market hall are under construction.The development could be seen…
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