The GreenSpace project is part of our response to the climate emergency. It aims to help make the borough more resilient to the impact of climate change.

As part of the GreenSpace project, we want to:

  • plant more trees to create shade and reduce heat
  • use specific plants to help absorb rainwater
  • improve biodiversity
  • meet the needs of the local community
  • improve the appearance of green spaces

Consultation

We identified 7 possible locations within the borough. These places are at high risk from climate change and have little access to green areas.

A crucial part of this project is working with the community on design and managing the site.

We surveyed residents to ask them to prioritise the areas and to tell us what features they would like to see. We also asked them whether they would like to get involved further.

Limes Avenue Recreation Ground

Based on the consultation results and feasibility, we decided to deliver this project at the Limes Avenue Recreation Ground in Carshalton (The Wrythe). Our goal is to build a space that offers shade, boosts biodiversity, and prevents local flooding. 

Options for the area include:

  • planting trees
  • improving wildlife habitats and biodiversity
  • landscaping plants
  • adding seating

You can find out more about the plans on the Groundworks website.

Other locations

We are unable to progress other sites at the moment. We will consider developing other sites if funding becomes available.

Contact us

Email sustainability@sutton.gov.uk to get involved with creating or maintaining the site.

This might involve:

  • setting up or being part of a local voluntary group which maintains Limes Avenue Recreation Ground
  • hearing about the Council's Volunteer Gardening Advisor scheme (currently based in Beddington Park)
  • becoming an Environment Champion

If you offered to help when you completed the survey, we'll contact you when we need you.