A popular green space in King Street is being extended with two new rain gardens – and support from local green investors.
The pavement along King Street – between Beavor Lane and Standish Road – has had a facelift with planting support from green-fingered residents at HCGA.
Now, two more rain gardens will be added to better protect homes and businesses from flooding and boost biodiversity.
The project is funded by £100,000 from H&F's Green Investment scheme. Local resident investors have now helped us raise more than £3.25million for vital green improvements – more than any other council in Britain.
Cllr Rowan Ree, H&F Cabinet Member for Finance and Reform, said:
This is a perfect example of how residents can see what their investment is delivering on their doorstep.
The rain gardens they've helped fund are protecting our neighbourhood from flooding while creating beautiful green spaces for everyone to enjoy."
Flower power coming to local primary schools
The works will also see tarmac removed from around trees in the area to further improve drainage and help them thrive.
The rain gardens allow water to absorb naturally into the ground and prevent Victorian sewers from being overwhelmed during heavy rainfall. They also create an attractive barrier between shops and the road.
Next, our Green Investment scheme will help bring flood protection schemes to local primary schools. Eco-friendly downpipe planters that capture rainwater from school roofs are set to be installed at Old Oak, Holy Cross, Flora Gardens and Wormholt Park.
The planters use special soil and natural mineral wool to store rainwater for longer. They'll also create colourful new spaces where children can learn about nature and food growing.
A stronger, safer and kinder high street
The new rain gardens are part of our wider work to breathe new life into Hammersmith's biggest high street.
New pavements are being installed outside our Civic Campus between Cromwell Avenue and Unity Square. Paid for by the developer, they will help make the area safer and more welcoming for pedestrians and cyclists.
Meanwhile, our ever-popular Hammersmith Winter Festival is set to return on Saturday 15 November with live music, 100 market stalls, and entertainment for all the family.
Together, these improvements are transforming King Street into a destination for residents, workers and visitors alike as we're working to make H&F stronger, safer and kinder.
