Space from the city

A new public park, which is set to be one of the largest public spaces to be created in greater London in more than a century, has been given the green light. The landscape masterplan by London practice Carmody Groarke transforms 110 acres of disused farmland close to Heathrow Airport into an undulating green space. The southern half will feature open parkland and meadows while the northern section will incorporate children’s play areas, sports pitches, cricket nets, football goals, tennis courts, a landscaped amphitheatre and a running track. Work is due to start in 2019. rectory-farm.com