Survey launched for residents to help shape Watford parks

The consultation, now open, invites people to share how they use their local greenspace, what they value the most and how the “vital community assets” could be improved.
Oxhey Park. (Image: Watford Borough Council) It forms part of Watford Borough Council’s new 10-year "Greenspace Strategy", which will decide the direction and management of the town’s parks and open spaces until 2035.

Cheslyn House and Gardens. (Image: Watford Borough Council) The council said the town’s parks are consistently highlighted as a “top priority” by residents, adding: “The feedback gathered from the survey will play a crucial role in shaping the new Greenspace Strategy, ensuring that it reflects the needs and desires of the community.”

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​It comes after Watford greenspaces received the 17 commendations at Green Flag awards last month, the most in Hertfordshire for the ninth year running.

Watford has received Green Flag awards for 17 of its parks and green spaces. (Image: Watford Borough Council) Residents will be able to share their views in person at two consultation events at the Cedar Cafe in Cassiobury Park from 10am to 6pm on September 5, and at the Watford Market on September 14 from 10am to 3pm.

The public survey is also available on the Watford Borough Council website and will run for four weeks until September 14.