Residents are being asked to give their views on the council’s latest vision for a new regional park which could ‘transform west London for generations to come.’
The regional park concept plan has been developed in partnership with internationally-renowned architects Prior and Partners. The company was involved in the creation of the site for the 2012 London Olympic Games, the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park in east London.
Feedback and ideas from more than 6,000 residents have helped to shape the new plan for the regional park, along with views from community groups and other stakeholders, gathered during a public consultation held at the end of 2023. The results of that consultation showed 77% of respondents supported the idea of the park.
The plan sets out a vision of a park that could have 8 kilometres of linked green spaces following the course of the River Brent from Horsenden Hill in the north of the borough through to Warren Farm in the south. In the future, it could also have the potential to expand into neighbouring boroughs to create a must-visit destination for west London.
Council leader Peter Mason said: “The regional park could transform the health and wellbeing of people across west London for generations to come. It will act as a green lung for London and tackle the impact of climate change by improving air quality, protecting the borough from flooding and providing habitat for wildlife.”
‘More than a day out’
As well as the environmental benefits the regional park could bring, the plan also sets out how it could provide a boost for culture and sport, too.
Councillor Blerina Hashani, the council’s cabinet member for thriving communities, said: “We want the regional park to be more than a day out and offer something for lovers of nature, culture and play. The concept plan includes exciting ideas ranging from a sports hub at Warren Farm, cycle trails and yoga to play areas and an amphitheatre for cultural events. But we want to hear your views on the regional park and the concept plan.”
Take part
The regional park concept plan consultation opened on Monday 10 March with an online consultation for residents. You can give your views there until the closing date of Sunday 6 April.
