5 May 2017 News New arrivals at the zoo include giant rodents A pair of giant rodents have moved into Hanwell Zoo, along with a colourful flock of flamingos. Hydro and Tupi, who you can see …
28 Apr 2017 News Free compost, green living and nature walks A giveaway of free compost will take place at Walpole Park in Ealing as part of a Green Living event. A number of events will …
22 Feb 2017 News Hanwell Zoo: A taste of the wild this spring How many towns can boast they have meerkats, lemurs and bearded dragons in their parks? Well, Hanwell can. And there is lots to do …
4 Nov 2016 News Turning the Piggeries into a silk purse A group of residents, with the help of the council, has been steadily constructing a ‘fruit route’: A waterside trail of fruit trees and …
27 Jun 2016 News Park rangers: Could you help on James’s patch? James Morton is one of the six park rangers who look after our borough’s open spaces, and work to preserve the plants and wildlife …
2 Jun 2016 News Conservation classroom success Being able to educate young people and local residents about nature and conservation has been a priority for the team at the Litten Nature …
31 May 2016 News Empty plot to tranquil spot Allotment gardening can offer an escape from city life, in a quiet spot in your local area. A year-round activity, allotments bring great rewards …
25 May 2016 News Watch out for these caterpillars With the weather warming up and the days getting longer, it is the time of year when most of us get outdoors to enjoy …
4 Mar 2016 News ‘Recycling is a clever thing to do’ When asked who makes recycling happen in their house, Hannah (eight) and Luke (nine) shout: “Mummy! Mummy is the best recycler. We help her …
26 Feb 2016 News Birds of a feather Curlews and puffins have joined other species like cuckoos, house sparrows and turtle doves on the list of birds whose populations are in big …
26 Feb 2016 News The hut made of sticks A piece of living history has appeared under the trees in the beautiful, secluded Litten Nature Reserve in Greenford. A council park ranger and …
11 Feb 2016 News Larger than life art in the park The snipe, barn owl and great bustard have appeared as larger than life art on walls around the capital, including the animal centre in …
25 Apr 2024 Leader's Notes How Living Wage can help drive for good jobs Back in 2022, we set out our priorities for the borough: fighting the climate crisis, tackling inequality, and creating good jobs. And the need …