Policy thoughts – Environment
One thing was clear from our consultation event earlier this year – Crouch Enders love trees. And they want more of them. Some parts of Crouch End possess a high quotient of tree cover, with views of tree lined ridges,
Continue ReadingCrouch End Character Appraisal: Open Space part 2, green space
Crouch End’s leafy verdant quality is a distinctive valued aspect separating it from more urban districts to the south. The S and W sections possess a high quotient of tree cover, with views of tree lined ridges, well-planted large gardens
Continue ReadingCrouch End Character Appraisal: Open Space part 1, development
Open spaces, consisting of green areas and railway land lying approx. 0.5 miles from the centre, are a distinct fringe tissue. Their arrangement, combining with the topography, forms a cordon sanitaire encircling the built area that reinforces the area’s physical
Continue ReadingCrouch End Character Appraisal: Views
Views A district bordered on three sides by the Northern Heights, multiple views make a significant, sensitive contribution to local character – across and beyond the town, and as viewed from the hollow, tree lined ridges. The green environment is
Continue ReadingCrouch End Character Appraisal: Townscape
Townscape The experiential character of the area arises through the 19th c. built form which provides a constant rich visual interest, and the curved and deflected lines of the old routes. Views are frequently terminated by the clock tower: a
Continue ReadingCrouch End Character Appraisal: Physical Character
Location Crouch End is located upon converging N-S routes which form the ‘Broadway’ at the town centre. It lies 5 miles directly north of Trafalgar Square, and a further 6 miles from the edge of the London metropolitan urban area.
Continue ReadingStroud Green trees, a meeting July 7th
We know how interested locals are about the issue of trees, so we’re passing on the following regarding the current campaign in Stroud Green . . . Save Stroud Green’s Street trees! COME and have your say about our street
Continue ReadingThe demise of horse chestnuts on the Town Hall green
(Above: the other horse chestnut, centre, distressed, just prior to felling in 2016. The tree under current discussion is to the right. Credit:google street view) Much local anguish during the last few weeks over the fate of the diseased horse
Continue ReadingGreen space in Park Road under threat
Image: Haringey’s proposal for Park Road. UPDATE: The proposal for flats and houses received planning permission despite many objections (particularly about the loss of trees) in March 2022. To wit: Demolition of garages and removal of parking area and erection
Continue ReadingHaringey – Wake up and smell the café
Are you ready for summer? All roads lead to Haringey, part 3. The remit for Neighbourhood Forums calls for the representation not only of the interests of residents, but local businesses too, and we’re facing a difficult moment for a
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