RUBBISH and fly-tipping are set to be cleared at an underused piece of land in Langley as Slough Council plans to transform it into a nature haven.
Trees and flowers have been planted at the Hawker Hill field and recreation area in front of Linden House, where the council is working with housing association Abri, and behind Foxborough Primary School to create a new walkway.
The council also hinted at installing multi-generational playground equipment as well as a memorial to the site to mark the historical significance of Hawker Hill.
Residents who have any knowledge to share about the connection of Hawker Hill and Langley which might be fitting for the memorial to mark the historical context, are being asked to get in touch.
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The tree planting scheme was created as part of the Slough Urban Forest, which aims to plant thousands of trees across the borough with the help of £500,000 from the Forestry Commission secured more than a year ago.
This was match-funded by the council creating a £1 million fund.
So far, a plethora of trees, such as birch, oak, pine, etc, have been planted in 31 locations across 13 wards, which will reach a total of 9,051 over four years.
Trees and plants are set to be planted in Hawker Hill
The project will lead to collaborations with community groups and residents with planting days along with climate change workshops and digital monitoring of what will be known as Urban Forest sectors.
The main aim of the forest is to improve air quality, improve carbon capture, provide education and training opportunities and increase biodiversity.
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Cllr Rob Anderson, lead member for sustainable transport and the environment, said: “Taking an area which has seen better days and turning it into a place where people can spend time is a great way to get maximum benefit from the Urban Forest.
“This is not only going to look better but the benefits from planting these trees will be felt for generations to come.
“If we can get a memorial and people sharing their knowledge of the area that is even better.”
To share history any memories of Hawker Hill for a memorial please email utcf@slough.gov.uk or call Rebecca Curley on 07523936077
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