Islington Greener Together

Islington Greener Together aims to create good quality green spaces across the borough, by encouraging community participation, inviting residents, businesses and community groups to submit ideas for greening projects in their neighbourhoods.

The first round of Greener Together projects have now been built and are being looked after by residents.  

The second round of Greener Together projects being taken forward for feasibility are: 

• Health on Hazellville
• Wharfdale Road Pavement Greening  
• Marriott Road and Stonest Street Greener Together  
• Noel Road Green space  
• LIFTing the Street  
• Ronalds Road – Highbury Roundhouse  
• Linton Street parklet development 

Feasible projects are due to be rolled out in 2025.

Islington Greener Together projects

Islington Greener Together projects may include:

Parklet

A parklet is a public green space or rest area that transforms kerbside road space into public open space. They provide opportunities to activate streets, create more vibrant neighbourhoods, and improve air quality. Parklets include features such as seating, planting, games, and information boards and can significantly impact the surrounding environment despite their small size. Community parklets are designed and installed by the council, and residents maintain them but serve as a public space accessible to all.

Pocket Park

A pocket park is a small park that is open to the public. These parks come in different shapes and sizes and are used for various purposes. However, the defining feature of a pocket park is that it is small in size.

Rainwater Garden

Rainwater gardens are beautiful vegetation plots specifically designed to slow down surface runoff. They capture water and prevent it from entering the drainage system too quickly, reducing the risk of flooding. These gardens are typically shallow depressions and are often planted with flowers and other plants to enhance their visual appeal.

Trees

Planting trees is valued very highly by Islington council and its residents. We strive to retain as many healthy trees as possible in the borough while encouraging planting new ones.  

Islington Greener Together Champions

Led by our partners Groundwork London, the Islington Greener Together Champions (IGTC) programme works with residents to provide training, resources and support to help to look after green spaces across the borough. Come and volunteer, learn new skills, and meet local people who are dedicated to making Islington a more attractive, sustainable and environmentally friendly place. 

Find out more on Groundwork's website.

Contact

To find out more about how you can get involved in the Islington Greener Together Champions, email IGT.Champions@groundwork.org.uk

For more information about applying for funding for Islington Greener Together, email environment@islington.gov.uk.