Lots Road open space
We’re planning a new green space on Lots Road, which will be open to visitors and local residents. The site won’t be a conventional park, as part of it sits on top of the Thames Tideway Tunnel, which will need clearing at times for tunnel maintenance.
The new space will have:
- planting, including seasonal plants beneficial for wildlife
- seating
- play
- informal sports – subject to Thames Water granting permission as part of phase 2
- drinking fountain
- ornamental entrance gates on Lots Road
Our selected design
First consultation
Our first consultation with residents and organisations in the Chelsea Riverside ward ended in April 2025. It led to a designer being selected to finalise a proposal.
Second consultation
We held a second consultation in June and July with residents. They helped to finalise the design by attending drop-in sessions.
The key themes from the second consultation were:
- support for more greening and planting
- additional seats and quiet areas
- shade and support for informal sports
The sports area is subject to land use agreements with Thames Water and may form phase 2 of the project.
All these elements were added to the updated design.
Planning application
We’ve now put in a planning application for the new Lots Road Open Space. This is due to go to a Planning Committee in January.
