About the project
Together with Joining Communities CIC, Places for People and Camden Council we aim to transform the garden at Athlone Community Hall into a welcoming space for both people and wildlife. The project is designed to help local people:
- Spend more time outdoors and in nature
- Enjoy and care for the space
- Feel a sense of ownership of the garden
- Take positive action to protect the planet
A key part of the project has been working with residents, volunteers and community champions to help design the space and shape how it will be used and cared for in the future.
Location of the garden
Athlone Community Hall
35 Athlone Street
London NW5 4LL
What have we done so far?
We've gathered feedback from residents through surveys, workshops, feedback charts and suggestion boxes.
The feedback showed that residents would like the following features included in the garden:
- Wildflower area
- Flower garden
- Places to sit
- Wildlife habitats and feeders
- Shade
- Lighting
Residents also shared their thoughts on the nature-based activities they would like to take part in at the garden, including:
- Relaxation and meditative activities
- Creating signs for the garden
- Building homes and feeders for wildlife
- Growing herbs and making herbal teas
- Identifying and counting plants, birds and other wildlife
- Nature based art sessions
This feedback has informed the development of the proposed garden design:
Next Steps
Residents were invited to a final workshop to feedback on the design of the garden. We are now reviewing all feedback and finalising the programme of activities. Residents and volunteers will be invited to take part in a series of activities that will help bring the space to life throughout Winter and Spring. Updates will be shared by email from Places for People and through flyers and posters in Athlone Estate and Athlone Community Hall.
For more information or to share your thoughts Contact the Waste Prevention Team