Lamlash Garden is a reclaimed road, in the heart of the newly created West Square conservation area, north of the Elephant & Castle roundabout. Local residents, led by Hayles TRA, alongside architecture practice what if: projects, transformed this neglected road from a fly-tipping hotspot into a thriving community garden in the space of about two years.

The new public- space includes an urban mini-orchard of plum, apple, pear, cobnut and fig trees, plant beds with meadow-type planting, raised planters for seasonal fruit and vegetables, seating and relaxation spaces. It has become a place to sit and relax, bump into neighbours, have a natter or simply to pass through – in fact, it encourages people to socialise, and the recent street party enjoyed – by far – the largest turnout in the history of the TRA’s 20-year+ existence.

Short film of Lamlash Street Garden, supported by Mayor of London.
Film in support of the castle place crowdfunding.