Love Parks Week

Love Parks Week is a chance for all of us to appreciate our open green spaces and make sure that we, as responsible communities, look after them.


This year, perhaps more than ever we’ve needed our parks to bring a bit of calm and peace into our lives. To mark the occasion, we take a look into just how the great outdoors benefits our health and overall wellbeing.


Parks aren’t just for children. Granted, playgrounds are probably enjoyed more by swing-and-slide-seeking youngsters, than parents. However, leafy commons, open meadows and in-city green spaces are beneficial to us all – it’s official.

But not everyone has plentiful green space on their doorstep. According to the United Nations, half the world’s population is living in a city where populations are rising, yet green spaces are in decline.

London is no different, but Elephant Park is bucking the trend. At the heart of a major transformation in Elephant & Castle is a two-acre park – a much-needed green space for the community, the first half of which opened to the public last year.

There is a strong focus on nature and creating habitat for wildlife, with the ongoing aim for a host of animals and insects to make the park their home.

But not everyone has plentiful green space on their doorstep. According to the United Nations, half the world’s population is living in a city where populations are rising, yet green spaces are in decline.


London is no different, but Elephant Park is bucking the trend. At the heart of a major transformation in Elephant & Castle is a two-acre park – a much-needed green space for the community, the first half of which opened to the public last year.


There is a strong focus on nature and creating habitat for wildlife, with the ongoing aim for a host of animals and insects to make the park their home.


The open space has retained existing mature trees, as well as planting more new ones, a modern children’s play area and a performance space – a haven to relax and enjoy life in the middle of the city.

So, if you want to make small changes to boost your wellbeing, visit your local park or simply head out to your nearest green space and take a walk – and while you’re there, make sure to tidy up after yourself and keep our parks nice and tidy!

For more information on Love Parks Week, visit our recent blog post.