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Make Neighbourhoods Green

Here you can find case studies of how to develop neighbourhoods that support communities to access high quality green space

Leeds Liverpool Canal #wigan

Leeds and Liverpool Canal, Gathurst Bridge cc-by-sa/2.0 - © David Dixon - geograph.org.uk/p/4716937 – cropped from original

Redisher Wood #Bury

Redisher Wood cc-by-sa/2.0 - © Carroll Pierce - geograph.org.uk/p/3995271

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There is now overwhelming evidence that regular physical activity, such as walking, is one of the best things anyone can do to keep healthy.  There is also increasing evidence that spending time in green spaces such as parks and gardens is good for our mental health, as well as our physical health.

Mab Lane Community Woodland, Liverpool

Bring derelict land into use through innovative funding arrangements and community engagement

The 25-hectare site that is now Mab Lane Community Woodland was previously derelict land and playing fields, plagued with problems of flooding, neglect and vandalism, and many local people avoided it. Now it is a much-loved and well-used green space that has become a popular route to local shops and facilities and a desirable destination in its own right.

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Old Kent Road Development Area, London

Set clear requirements for development and collaborate with neighbouring areas

Southwark’s ‘Old Kent Road Area Action Plan’, sets out how the London Borough will over time create a ‘Greener Belt’ to link up Southwark’s existing parks with those in neighbouring Boroughs and creating new green spaces and linear routes.

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Building with Nature, Cornwall

Set high quality standards

Building with Nature provides a framework of quality standards, an assessment and accreditation service, and national awards recognising the design and delivery of high-quality green infrastructure. The standards are free to use and can assist with the planning and development of new places and communities

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