Block Naming - The results are in!
Thank you to everyone who took part in voting for the block names on Site A. It was really good to hear your thoughts and contributions both at our engagement and online.
After the initial six themes were presented to the Church Street Regeneration Community Group, it was then down to the three most popular. The team is
pleased to announce that the theme of ‘Nature Linked to the Local Community’ has been selected to name the new blocks. This theme won with over half of the votes cast by you, our Church Street residents.
What happens next?
We now need to come up with a shortlist that will include trees, shrubs and botanicals reflecting the diversity of the local community. The finalised list will also be shared with essential services to approve these names. We will of course keep you updated in future editions of this newsletter.
To find out more about all the projects on Church Street, you can visit the website at www.churchstreet.org
Community Engagement Update
Throughout July, the Church Street Engagement team has been out and about holding and attending a series of community events, meeting and talking with residents about the on-going projects on Church Street including Site A Block naming, Site B & C co-design and the Lisson Grove Regeneration Programme
Events and activities included 134 residents engaged in consultations, nine events or street stalls and three newsletters. We attended, the Antiques Fair, KSA coffee mornings and Summer Church Street Market community stall as well as hosting two pop-up stalls on the Triangle and at the market.
Thank you to everyone who stopped by to talk to us and contributed, we really like hearing your thoughts about the proposed plans.
To find out more about the Site B & C co-design, please visit: https://www.churchstreet.org/site_b_c to find out more about the Lisson Grove Project, visit: https://www.churchstreet.org/lisson_grove
Green Spine Update
You may have seen our ground maintenance team planting new shrubs and flowers as well as making some changes to the Green Spine. This includes:
Infrastructure
• Knee rail installed on Lisson Street
• Temporary fencing was removed to make areas tidy
Planting and Grounds Maintenance
• Mulching and planting in rain gardens completed in spring – some of the plants disappeared soon after
• Watering coordinated with antecedents and our maintenance contractor Krinkles
• Krinkels continues to carry out it’s duties – litter collection, grass cutting, weeding, path sweeping, leaf collection, and more, with the number of staff available.
The Church Street Masquerade
The much-loved Church Street Masquerade returns this August – and it’s completely free to take part! Dendê Collective invites local residents of all ages to help create giant papier-mâché masks, vibrant costumes, and take part in a joyful street performance.
Penfold Community Hub & Church Street Market Final performance: Friday 30 August (in and around the Church Street Market)
Summer Programme at The Showroom
Make-Room: Summer Programme for Young People 2 to 27 August: Collage and drawing workshops, gallery exploration activities and more.
For more information on events at the showroom, you can visit: https://theshowroom.org/
Strut the Triangle
Arbeit Studios and artist Vedi Roy are bringing a fashion show to Church Street Triangle this August.
The fashion show will take place on the Triangle at Church Street between 2pm to 4pm on Saturday 30 August.
Summer in Westminster - Inside Out
Inside Out is back for 2025 – and it’s bigger, bolder and more creative than ever! Step outside and dive into a world of free outdoor arts, from jaw-dropping dance performances to magical storytelling and iconic characters.
We’ve teamed up with amazing arts partners to bring galleries to the streets for everyone to enjoy. Discover what’s on and book your free event now:
Discover Your Purpose at Lilestone Street Community Hub
Looking for a fresh start, new direction or a boost of inspiration? Join The Common Room – a series of free, welcoming workshops at Lilestone Street Community Hub. Whether you’re considering a career change, entering a new chapter, or simply feeling stuck, these sessions will help you reflect, reset and take the next step with confidence. Expect guided activities, cross-generational insight and your own personalised Purpose Plan.
4 Lilestone Street, NW8 8SR
Book your place: www.lifeworklab. com/the-common-room
Everyone’s welcome.
PPCR
Dates for your Diary
- CHWW Coffee, Nibbles and Health Chat, Thursdays until 28 August, 11am to 1pm, Lilestone Street Community Hub
- Flourish Community Design Workshops, Fridays until 29 August, 2pm to 4pm,
Lilestone Street Community Hub - Co-design Community Drop in, Pop in for a coffee and a chat about all things Hub design at the Lilestone Street Community Hub, Tuesday's, 10.30 to 11.30 until 26 August
FIND OUT MORE
You can keep track of the latest news on all Church Street projects on the Church Street website at churchstreet.org.
Please email us at [email protected] or call us on 020 7641 2968
