Environmental Improvements

Roupell Park is committed to making environmental improvements on the estate and has made this a priority in our business plan. Following the great success of the first phase—our new sports pitch—we are now focusing on enhancing our green spaces as part of the next phase.

In autumn 2022, we secured our first funding from the Brockwell Live Community Fund to run a series of biodiversity-themed workshops. These workshops were delivered by our partner, Social Landscapes (sociallandscapes.co.uk), with whom we have successfully collaborated on previous projects. Social Landscapes and  Father Nature  (www.fathernature.org.uk) remain our key delivery partners as we roll out further initiatives under the  "greening" programme.

A small gardening group was formed following the initial workshops and has remained active and connected via a dedicated WhatsApp group ever since. In addition to contributing to communal spaces, residents have had the opportunity to adopt their own planter in front of their block. They’ve been able to decide what to grow—whether it be plants, herbs, vegetables, or flowers. A handful of residents have already embraced this opportunity.

There is something deeply gratifying about watching things grow and bloom firsthand. By giving some of your time, you can not only improve your immediate environment but also lift your spirits in the process—we promise! Research has shown that gardening can improve mood and reduce levels of stress and anxiety. Many of us don’t spend enough time outdoors, so this activity could be both enjoyable and good for you.

In early 2025, we will continue to encourage residents to adopt more planters. If you’re interested in taking part, please express your interest by emailing EChristmas@lambeth.gov.uk.

We also have wider ambitions to work on creating wild gardens and additional pocket gardens, similar to the one next to Hyperion House, which has completely transformed that space. If you’d like to get involved,  we’d like to hear from you!