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- Roads & Driving · West London
North Verbena Gardens: Hammersmith pocket park's 70-year history
North Verbena Gardens in Hammersmith, a pocket park established around 70 years ago, owes its existence to the construction of the Great West Road (A4). The road's development in the late 1950s led to the demolition of housing and the renaming of a street.
West London2 min readTrust 30 · Craft 55 · Hype 20 
Projects · East LondonLeyton Orient plans multi-billion pound stadium in Waltham Forest
Leyton Orient is exploring options for a new multi-sport campus and stadium within Waltham Forest, with a project cost estimated in the billions of pounds. The club aims to relocate by 2031, creating thousands of jobs and keeping ticket prices affordable.
East London3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 61 · Hype 20
Projects · WestminsterNew Mayfair Alley Offers Pedestrian Route Away From Piccadilly
A new alley, Ashburton Place, was created in Mayfair in 2014 as part of a redevelopment project. The passageway offers a pedestrian route that bypasses the busy Piccadilly road and features gates, bollards, and distinctive brick paving.
Westminster2 min readTrust 30 · Craft 55 · Hype 20
Tube & Rail · All LondonTransport for London praised for outcome-focused rail strategy
Transport for London (TfL) is highlighted as an example of successful rail infrastructure delivery through strategic planning and long-term investment aligned with clear outcomes. This approach is crucial for unlocking economic prosperity and meeting environmental goals.
All London4 min readTrust 30 · Craft 60 · Hype 20