About Nature Neighbourhoods

Nature plays an important role in all our lives. From local parks and rivers to woodlands and green spaces, these places help us stay healthy, connect with others, and enjoy the outdoors. The Nature Neighbourhood Project is working with residents across Lewisham to understand how these spaces are used and how they can better meet the needs of local communities.

The project will help shape Lewisham's new Parks, Rivers and Open Spaces Strategy, a long-term plan for protecting, improving, and caring for the borough's green and blue spaces. The strategy will help guide future decisions so that these places can be enjoyed by residents now and for years to come.

We know that people experience parks and open spaces in different ways. Some residents may face barriers that make it harder to access, use, or feel welcome in these spaces. These barriers can include accessibility, safety, awareness, cultural needs, or practical challenges. We want to better understand these experiences so that everyone's needs are considered.

A key part of the project is hearing from a wide range of people, especially communities whose voices are not always represented in consultations and decision-making. By listening to residents with different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, we can help create greener, healthier, and more inclusive neighbourhoods across Lewisham.

On this page, you'll find information about the project, updates on our work, opportunities to get involved, and ways to share your views. Whether you regularly use Lewisham's parks and rivers or feel there are barriers that stop you from using them, we want to hear from you.

Together, we can help shape the future of Lewisham's parks, rivers, and open spaces, creating places that are welcoming, accessible, and enjoyable for everyone.