A town will be getting a new modern and vibrant green space.

The Paddock, which is the town centre area between Waterfront bus station and the Pentagon shopping centre in Chatham, will be undergoing improvement works starting early next year.

Planned improvement includes new seating, planted areas and more accessibility.

These works are expected to benefit shoppers, bus and railway commuters, visitors to the area and residents.

The aim is to create a wildlife-friendly peaceful space away from loud and busy areas.

The changes are expected to be completed in 2023, and the project, believed to be worth more than £2 million, is being funded by the government’s Future High Streets Fund.

As well as lawns and planted areas, proposals include a central open space for "events, markets and food stalls" which would also include a water feature.

The council received £9,497,720 of funding from the government's Future High Streets Fund for a number of projects, including the Paddock.

Medway Council leader Cllr Alan Jarrett, said: "We carried out a public consultation so residents could have their say on what they would like to see in this area and this has helped form the final design for the area.

"I look forward to seeing the garden area come to shape after works start next year, providing a great place for people to rest after shopping or even after a walk along the nearby riverfront.

"Chatham remains a key area where improvement works are being carried out and the town is vital to Medway’s economy, which has grown significantly and quickly over the past decade.

"We are committed to doing all we can to help Chatham and Medway’s other town centres thrive to sustainably continue this positive trend."