Leixlip and Celbridge Town Renewal Plan

The Leixlip and Celbridge Town Renewal Plans provide a shared vision for the future development of two of Kildare’s most important historic towns. Developed through extensive community engagement and collaboration with Kildare County Council, the plans identify a series of achievable projects that will enhance public spaces, improve connectivity, and support sustainable growth.

The strategies place pedestrians and cyclists at their heart, creating more attractive, accessible and vibrant town centres while celebrating each town’s unique heritage and natural assets. Individual projects can be delivered independently, while collectively contributing to a long-term regeneration vision.

In Leixlip, key initiatives include enhancements to Main Street and key civic spaces, restoration and adaptive reuse of the Wonderful Barn, improvements to the River Liffey heritage trail, new play interventions, and expanded walking and cycling connections throughout the town.

In Celbridge, the plan focuses on transforming Main Street through public realm improvements and greater priority for active travel, enhancing the Mill area and surrounding amenities, and strengthening connections along the River Liffey through new routes, wayfinding and heritage-focused interventions.

Together, the plans establish a practical roadmap for delivering thriving, connected and sustainable town centres that support local communities, businesses and visitors alike.

Team: AECOM (Landscape, QS, Civil Engineering, M&E, Structural Engineering), MacCabe Durney Barnes (Planning)

Status: Ongoing