Public and environmental bodies have partnered to transform west London with a new regional park backed by nearly £2.5m, pledging a once-in-a-generation green space bringing nature to 2million people.
A new partnership of leading public and environmental bodies has come together to transform west London with a bold vision for the capital’s newest regional park, backed by an almost £2.5 million investment.
Hounslow Council, Ealing Council, the Mayor of London, the National Trust, the Environment Agency and the Canal & River Trust officially signed up to deliver the project during an event at the National Trust’s Osterley House, Monday 2 March.
The partnership highlights the importance of collaboration with local communities and stakeholders and signals its commitment to work together to create a once-in-a-generation regional park for west London, that will bring the benefits of nature to two million Londoners.
Support and funding of almost £1,500,000 from the Mayor of London will help kick start delivery of the park. This is in addition to a grant of £999,595 to Ealing Council last summer from The National Lottery Heritage Fund as part of Nature Towns and Cities programme. This is being used to develop plans for the park including how it can help improve residents’ health. The Nature Towns and Cities programme helps urban communities enjoy nature and green space close to home.
Covering a corridor of land and waterways of over 500 hectares across the boroughs of Hounslow and Ealing, the emerging West London Regional Park aims to restore habitats for wildlife, improve access to high quality green spaces and waterways, support nature and wildlife and unlock new opportunities for sport, play, culture, heritage, health and wellbeing.
The park could eventually stretch from the highest point in Ealing (Horsenden Hill in Greenford), through Osterley Park and Hounslow to the River Thames in Brentford.
Plans for the park could include:
- An extended 13-kilometre walking and cycling trail linking parks, waterways, art and landmarks from Horsenden Hill in Greenford to the Thames in Brentford
- New sports and wellbeing spaces
- Improved access and signage
- Enhanced wildlife habitats
- Outdoor venues for cultural events
The partnership will lead the development of a shared vision and long-term strategy for the park. In its initial phase, the group will map existing assets, identify opportunities for nature recovery and habitat creation, and engage with local people, businesses and community groups to shape priorities for the years ahead and deliver early improvements on the ground.
Councillor Salman Shaheen, Cabinet Member for Culture, Leisure and Public Spaces, Hounslow Council: “Hounslow is already one of London's greenest boroughs. Through this new partnership, the Regional Park will connect our borough to a network of green spaces and waterways, creating opportunities for active travel, health and wellbeing, and community life, while celebrating our area's rich heritage and securing a home and ‘highway’ to London’s burgeoning wildlife.”
Leader of Ealing Council, Councillor Peter Mason: “What began as a simple but powerful idea by Ealing Council, to connect our green spaces into a regional park for our residents, has grown into something far larger than any one borough. By joining forces with our neighbours and partners, we now have a shared ambition to create a truly transformative West London Regional Park for millions to enjoy.”
Mete Coban, Deputy Mayor for Environment & Energy: “Every Londoner should be able to access green and blue spaces and benefit from nature. The Mayor and I are delighted to invest in the West London Regional Park Partnership, delivering a bold vision for a new regional park in the capital. This park will provide space across West London for communities to enjoy, including walking trails, waterways, and space for outdoor cultural events, hugely benefitting the local area. I’m excited to see how this project takes shape as we continue to build a greener, fairer London for all.”
John Orna-Ornstein, Executive Director of Access and Conservation for the National Trust: “Creating a West London Regional Park is an extraordinary opportunity for organisations and communities across west London to build a lasting legacy where people and nature thrive for generations. With our mission to protect special places for everyone, forever, the Park will play a vital role in our ambition to end unequal access to nature, beauty and history. We’re thrilled to be supporting places across the UK to give urban communities the chance to enjoy nature through Nature Towns and Cities.”
Ros Daniels, Director, London and South East, Canal & River Trust: “We’re thrilled to be part of this partnership. For over 200 years, our waterways have been vital connectors for nature and people, and a source of recreation, learning, and placemaking, contributing to people’s wellbeing – the West London Regional Park will help unlock their full potential.”
Chris Wilson, Area Manager for the Environment Agency: “We’re delighted to be a part of this partnership. The River Brent is an incredible asset for the park and restoring its natural function where possible will be vital for reducing flood risk, tackling climate change, and supporting species recovery. The Park is a bold step towards a landscape that works for the River Brent, communities, and wildlife alike.”
Next steps
The partnership will now start work on a shared plan and is inviting local community groups, businesses, residents and other stakeholders who want to get more involved in the West London Regional Park to visit www.westlondonregionalpark.com
Further updates on progress, vision development and opportunities to get involved will be shared throughout 2026.
