A long linear park, known as a pocket park, has been created alongside a Lambeth road near Waterloo station. This park features Sustainable Drainage Systems and green spaces, resulting in a narrower road but a more pleasant pavement. Five pockets of park were established, promoting rainwater absorption and reducing heat island effects. Twelve new trees have been added, enhancing local air quality. The project was funded by Lambeth Council and supported by the Mayor of London's environmental funds. A consultation indicated 80% community support for the initiative.
The pocket park is a long row of Sustainable Drainage Systems and green spaces added to the road, creating a narrower road with a nicer pavement.
Five pockets of pocket park were created, allowing rainwater absorption, reducing heat island effects, and improving the local environment with new planting.
Twelve new trees were added alongside the existing vegetation to help maintain water levels and cool the air in the surrounding area.
The project received funding from the Lambeth Council, WeAreWaterloo, South Bank and Waterloo Neighbours, and support from various environmental funds.
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