Tag Archives: Parks and open spaces

Wildfire risk rated as ‘extreme’ as Brigade issues public advice

London is facing an “extreme” wildfire risk this weekend, with more days of hot and sunny weather following the prolonged dry spell. That’s according to the London Fire Brigade, who have been handling record numbers of call-outs during the latest … Continue reading →

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Ashen Grove is up for auction again – as site for 27 houses

Alarm bells are sounding among concerned residents in Selsdon, after a patch of public open space that sold at auction last month for more than five times its guide price has now been put straight back on the market – … Continue reading →

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Selsdon woodland open space offered for sale at just £20,000

A small patch of woodland in Selsdon, used as a public open space for decades, has been put up for sale for just £20,000 – and the local Tory councillor says that there is nothing Mayor Jason Perry or his … Continue reading →

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Green Flags for Coulsdon, Riddlesdown and Farthing Downs

Six outstanding open spaces in Croydon and Bromley – Coulsdon Common; Farthing Downs and New Hill; Kenley Common; Riddlesdown; Spring Park and West Wickham Common – have all retained their prestigious Green Flag status, recognising them as some of the … Continue reading →

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