Lovely to think of roses blooming at this time of year (ie early Spring in the UK), though of course it’s really towards the end of the season in Aus! They are doing well though!
Not through any work on my part – the roses in our front garden have bravely bloomed through the hottest week ever recorded in March. There were even some small beads on the petals from light rain overnight.
The Thames Barrier Park was opened in November 2000 and provides a new focal point for Newham residents and attraction for visitors to south-east London
The riverside area was redeveloped and landscaped with fountains, family areas, flower gardens and tended lawns.
The park has helped to significantly regenerate the area.
The project started in 1995 and was completed in November 2000.
The award-winning Thames Barrier Park is situated in Silvertown on the north bank of the Thames and has stunning views of the flood barrier. Set within 22 acres of greenery, this unique urban oasis features fountains, gardens, wildflower meadows, a children’s play area and a 5-a-side football/basketball court.
In 1995 the London Docklands Development Corporation launched an international competition to create a new riverside park. The winning consortium was architect Patel Taylor in collaboration with Group Signers and engineers Ove Aarum.
Lord Mayor of London, the Rt Hon Richard Nichols planted the first tree in January 1998 and the park was opened by the Mayor of London in November 2000.
One of the park’s most imaginative and attractive features is The Green Dock which was created by renowned horticulturalist Alain Cousseran and Alain Provost.
A 1km circuit of the boundary paths takes you to the Visitor Pavilion Coffee Shop where refreshments are available.
Thames Barrier Park is accessible to those with disabilities.’
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