This report provides a summary of the responses received from the consultation on proposed improvements to West Reservoir, including creating access to new green space as well as upgrading some elements of the West Reservoir Centre facilities.
The consultation ran for eight weeks, from 6 April to 31 May 2023 and we received 794 responses.
As an inner London borough, we think it’s important to give residents as much access to green and blue space and opportunities for physical activity as possible. We are committed to working with communities to create more welcoming spaces and to be more environmentally sustainable.
The West Reservoir Centre is located on 23 acres of water in a 30 acre site and, along with the West Reservoir itself, is one of the most significant leisure and natural resources in London. It provides both adults and children the opportunity to take part in a variety of watersports and open water swimming, surrounded by green space and nature.
We are proposing some improvements to increase the accessibility of West Reservoir, including creating access to new green space as well as upgrading some elements of the West Reservoir Centre facilities. These improvements are a significant opportunity to deliver inclusive facilities that enable more people to experience the site.
We held three community engagement events in September/October 2018, with the aim of engaging local residents, community groups and existing site users, and gathering ideas and suggestions as to how the site could be improved.
People told us that they wanted to see:
We listened to what people told us and their ideas and feedback helped to guide and shape our design proposals for the West Reservoir.
The New River Path on the west side of the West Reservoir needs upgrading. It is currently in poor condition and will continue to deteriorate if not addressed soon, so we will be undertaking some resurfacing works throughout spring 2023.
These upgrades will provide a more accessible cycling and walking route around the New River path.
We’d love to hear what you think of the designs and whether you think we have created a facility that works for everyone. We’re especially interested in hearing from local residents who don’t currently use the facilities, to understand why that is.
We are proposing a number of changes to the green space surrounding the reservoir:
Please take time to view the design:
We are proposing a number of improvements to the West Reservoir Centre, with the aims of updating the facilities, making them more accessible and inclusive, to encourage a broader range of users:
Please take time to view the design:
As well as the online survey, we will be holding public drop-in sessions to hear people’s views, which are detailed at the bottom of this page.
If you need any information on this website in a different format please email consultation@hackney.gov.uk We’ll consider your request and get back to you within 5 working days.
Drop in at any time to the social area to view the proposals and speak to members of the project and design teams.
Redmond Community Centre, Kayani Ave, Woodberry Down, N4 2HF
Drop in at any time to the Tower Room (main hall) to view the proposals and speak to members of the project and design teams.
West Reservoir Centre, Green Lanes, Woodberry Down, N4 2HA
Drop in at any time to the Tower Room (main hall) to view the proposals and speak to members of the project and design teams.
West Reservoir Centre, Green Lanes, Woodberry Down, N4 2HA
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