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Public to be given access to 'forgotten' river

A regeneration scheme in Ilford will improve access to the River Roding with a new bridge, park, and rewilding project.

This Is the No. 1 City in the World for Green Space-and It Has Tropical Weather, Tree-lined Corridors, and Giant Urban Parks

Medellín, known as the 'City of Eternal Spring,' boasts a remarkable 92 percent satisfaction rate from locals regarding its green spaces, according to a recent global survey.

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fromLondon On The Inside

1 week ago

Discover Canada Water - London's Most Exciting New Town Centre

Canada Water is transforming into a dynamic urban center with extensive new housing, amenities, and recreational facilities.

fromCbsnews

1 week ago

Williamsburg-Greenpoint Rezoning has complicated legacy 20 years later

The Williamsburg and Greenpoint rezoning has transformed the northern Brooklyn waterfront over 20 years, enhancing green space but increasing resident density.

The biggest new London park since 2012 has opened in the southwest

Springfield Park, covering 32 acres, is the largest park to open in London since the 2012 Olympics, transforming previously underused NHS land into a green space.

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#bexley

London politics

'Bexley's green belt is under threat from Labour's planning reforms'

London politics

Why Bexley ISN'T the unhappiest place to live in south east London

London politics

'Bexley's green belt is under threat from Labour's planning reforms'

London politics

Why Bexley ISN'T the unhappiest place to live in south east London

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London politics

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Wimbledon expansion battle: 'You could not have a more protected piece of land,' High Court told

Campaigners challenged the GLA's approval for building new tennis courts and a stadium on protected land at Wimbledon Park.

#bromley

London

Bromley named the happiest place to live in south east London

London food

Bromley ranked one of the best places to raise a family in London

London

Bromley named the happiest place to live in south east London

London food

Bromley ranked one of the best places to raise a family in London

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Which areas in London are at most risk of wildfires?

Wildfires in London are on the rise due to climate change and high temperatures, prompting warnings for public safety in green spaces.

Top-rated Barking and Dagenham attractions that make people happy

Barking and Dagenham ranked lowest in London for happiness based on Rightmove's study, but it offers attractions that highlight the borough's rich history and green spaces.

London politics

#urban-development

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NYC politics

The Elizabeth Street Garden Battle Should Never Have Happened

London startup

BIG Presents Masterplan to Turn the Jebel Ali Racecourse in Dubai into a Green Walkable District

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Peek inside the plan for an NYC park that would reshape Midtown waterfront

Freedom Plaza aims to transform a vacant area into a vibrant waterfront park, enhancing urban community access to green spaces.

fromCurbed

NYC politics

The Elizabeth Street Garden Battle Should Never Have Happened

London startup

BIG Presents Masterplan to Turn the Jebel Ali Racecourse in Dubai into a Green Walkable District

fromNew York Post

Peek inside the plan for an NYC park that would reshape Midtown waterfront

Freedom Plaza aims to transform a vacant area into a vibrant waterfront park, enhancing urban community access to green spaces.

more#urban-development

fromFast Company

Innovative parks aren't just bold urban design-they lower the temperature in cities

Urban parks significantly benefit community health and offer essential cooling effects, which are crucial as urban areas face rising heat levels.

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A Mini Forest Blooms in Brooklyn's Williamsburg

A mini forest has been established in Brooklyn, enhancing the local ecosystem and community space with mature plantings.

London politics

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Green spaces to be protected from development with village green status

Two green spaces in Havering are set to receive village green status for permanent protection from development.

Best Dispensary Near Inwood Hill Park That Carries Silly Nice Weed Products | stupidDOPE | Est. 2008

Inwood Hill Park pairs beautifully with high-quality cannabis products from Silly Nice, enhancing the relaxation experience for visitors.

fromwww.harrowtimes.co.uk

Strategic Green Spaces: How to Make the Most of their Cooling Effects

Simply increasing 'green coverage' without considering the relative location of green spaces cannot effectively reduce the problem of urban warming.

Public health

6m plan to make parks 'cleaner, greener and more welcoming'

Harrow Council plans to invest in local parks, enhancing facilities and community engagement over the next three years.

#urban-design

London food

Grosvenor Square to be turned into wildlife haven

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Pedestrian paradise: $400M 5th Avenue redesign to begin in 2028 | amNewYork

Fifth Avenue will be redesigned into a more pedestrian-friendly space with expanded sidewalks, more greenery, and reduced vehicle lanes starting in early 2028.

London food

Grosvenor Square to be turned into wildlife haven

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Pedestrian paradise: $400M 5th Avenue redesign to begin in 2028 | amNewYork

Fifth Avenue will be redesigned into a more pedestrian-friendly space with expanded sidewalks, more greenery, and reduced vehicle lanes starting in early 2028.

more#urban-design

fromFast Company

As Trump boosts fossil fuels, Cleveland's mayor is making climate action personal. It's working

Justin Bibb aims to enhance Cleveland's urban green spaces and reduce dependency on cars, influencing climate action at a city level.

fromwww.standard.co.uk

Finsbury Circus Gardens: City of London's largest green space officially reopens to the public

For most of the last 10 years Finsbury Circus Gardens has been closed to the public while it was used by Crossrail to build the nearby Liverpool Street Elizabeth Line station.

London food

Green Makeover Coming to Brooklyn Blocks

Mayor Eric Adams announces '$30 million Vital Parks for All' initiative to create green spaces in under-served neighborhoods.

fromBrooklyn Eagle

NYC politics

Mayoral candidate Lander releases plan to repair parks, plant a million trees

fromCardplayer

Developers Release Plans For Manhattan Casino Project

The Soloviev Group unveiled plans for Freedom Plaza, a mixed-use casino project in Manhattan emphasizing green spaces and community engagement.

Green Makeover Coming to Brooklyn Blocks

Mayor Eric Adams announces '$30 million Vital Parks for All' initiative to create green spaces in under-served neighborhoods.

fromBrooklyn Eagle

Mayoral candidate Lander releases plan to repair parks, plant a million trees

Brad Lander proposes a comprehensive plan to rejuvenate NYC parks with significant investment and improvements.

fromCardplayer

Developers Release Plans For Manhattan Casino Project

The Soloviev Group unveiled plans for Freedom Plaza, a mixed-use casino project in Manhattan emphasizing green spaces and community engagement.

London food

London is officially one of the best cities in the world for green spaces

fromCN Traveller

5 years ago

London food

The best parks in London right now

London food

London's 10 best gardens, according to the Telegraph

London is officially the second-greenest city in the world

London has a rich array of green spaces, ranking second globally behind Tokyo.

London food

London is officially one of the best cities in the world for green spaces

fromCN Traveller

5 years ago

London food

The best parks in London right now

London food

London's 10 best gardens, according to the Telegraph

London is officially the second-greenest city in the world

London has a rich array of green spaces, ranking second globally behind Tokyo.

more#london

How to Design Residential Urban Terraces: Strategies for Living Well in High Places

Terraces are evolving from overlooked spaces to vital urban areas that enhance community and reconnect city dwellers with nature.

Help Develop NYC's First Urban Forest Plan

New York City is launching an Urban Forest Plan to enhance tree management and community involvement.

London food

fromLondon On The Inside

1 year ago

A Load of Secret London Gardens Are Opening to the Public This Weekend

London Open Gardens spotlights hidden green spaces, allowing public access to over 100 normally private areas for its 25th anniversary.

fromwww.guardian-series.co.uk

London mayor to 'explore' building on green belt

Sadiq Khan to consider building on London's green belt to tackle the housing crisis amid rising homelessness and rents.

'I spent a day in the place named best to live in London - and I can see why'

Walthamstow is praised for its greenery, community assets like the newly redeveloped Soho Theatre, and excellent transport links.

#housing-development

fromwww.theguardian.com

Environment

Planning bill could allow developers to build without replacing local nature

fromwww.hamhigh.co.uk

8 months ago

London

Pictures reveal latest designs for O2 Centre redevelopment

Environment

fromwww.theguardian.com

Planning bill could allow developers to build without replacing local nature

Housing developers can now build on protected green spaces without local nature offsets, raising concerns about environmental impacts and community access.

fromwww.hamhigh.co.uk

8 months ago

London

Pictures reveal latest designs for O2 Centre redevelopment

more#housing-development

Brooklyn Council Member, Advocates Call For Full Restoration of NYC Parks Funding

City leaders urge for increased funding for NYC Parks Department to address staffing shortages and deteriorating conditions.

fromwww.yourlocalguardian.co.uk

fromwww.yourlocalguardian.co.uk

Why this leafy Surrey market town has been named one of the best places to leave

Epsom ranks as the second most desirable place to live in the UK, known for its balance of suburban calm and city access.

Why this quaint Surrey village has been voted one of the best places to live

Ewell ranks eighth as a desirable living space, combining quiet charm with convenient access to services and nature.

This popular south London park is getting a 1.5 million makeover

Ashburton Park received a Â£1.5 million grant for renovations to enhance its historical features and ecological sustainability.

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Tickets Alert: The ballot to visit 10 Downing Street's garden has opened

10 Downing Street gardens open for public tours, with tickets available through a ballot until May 2025.

fromianVisits

London's Pocket Parks: Westfield Park, SW10

The park opened in 1981, transforming bomb-damaged land into a green space after nearly 30 years of planning and local opposition.

#paris

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Paris food

Paris to increase car-free zones after city vote DW 03/24/2025

Paris will convert 500 streets into pedestrian zones, enhancing green spaces and accessibility.

fromThe Local France

Paris food

Paris votes in favour of more 'garden streets' and pedestrianised areas

Parisians voted 66% in favor of 500 new pedestrianized 'garden streets', despite an extremely low turnout of just 4%.

The proposal aims to enhance green spaces and pedestrian areas throughout Paris.

Paris food

fromwww.dw.com

Paris to increase car-free zones after city vote DW 03/24/2025

Paris will convert 500 streets into pedestrian zones, enhancing green spaces and accessibility.

Paris food

fromThe Local France

Paris votes in favour of more 'garden streets' and pedestrianised areas

Parisians voted 66% in favor of 500 new pedestrianized 'garden streets', despite an extremely low turnout of just 4%.

The proposal aims to enhance green spaces and pedestrian areas throughout Paris.

French Word of the Day: Vegetalisation

fromwww.yourlocalguardian.co.uk

The best and most beautiful walks in south east London to try this spring

South East London offers numerous scenic walking routes, perfect for enjoying nature and springtime blooms.

London food

5 months ago

Croydon named as one of London's most family-friendly boroughs

Croydon ranks third in family-friendly boroughs due to low childcare costs and ample green spaces.