We are pleased to share our final plans for the programme of improvements at Roxbourne Park.
Following detailed surveys, design work and engagement with park stakeholders, the plans and costings are now complete and we are ready to move into delivery.
The investment will focus on three key areas:
Together, these works will make Roxbourne Park more accessible, better connected and more welcoming, while improving facilities and helping more people enjoy and explore the park throughout the year.
Works are planned to start from late October / early November 2026
Works will be delivered in phases across the park.
Due to the size of Roxbourne Park and the range of improvements being delivered, there may be several work areas and contractor bases operating at different locations as the project progresses. Not all areas will be worked on at the same time, and the order of works may change depending on site conditions, weather and contractor requirements.
Some disruption will unfortunately be unavoidable. At different stages, parts of the park, paths, entrances, car parks and facilities may be temporarily inaccessible, and alternative routes may need to be used. We will keep as much of the park open as possible and use signage to provide advance warning and information where we can.
Community events and activities are expected to continue wherever possible throughout the works. We know the park is an important space for local groups, sports, events and other community activities, particularly during the autumn and spring. We will work closely with park stakeholders and our contractors to understand what is planned and, wherever possible, coordinate the works to accommodate activities taking place in the park.
There may be occasions when works affect particular areas or require temporary changes, but we will aim to provide advance notice and work with those affected to find practical solutions wherever possible.
Contractors, machinery and construction vehicles will also need to move through parts of the park. For everyone’s safety, please follow temporary signs and diversions and do not enter fenced-off work areas.
We appreciate everyone’s patience while the works take place. The temporary disruption will allow us to deliver significant, long-term improvements to the park.
Keep checking this page for the latest updates. We will share key milestones, photographs, access information and progress updates as the works move forward.
You can explore the improvements in more detail below.
Path Network Improvements
We are making significant improvements to the paths across Roxbourne Park, creating a better connected, more accessible network that can be enjoyed throughout the year.
Alongside resurfacing worn existing paths, we will create new all-weather routes where people currently rely on informal ‘desire lines’, which can become muddy and difficult to use in wetter months. The new connections will open up more of the park, make longer walking routes possible and improve links between its different areas.
A combination of surfaces will be used to suit each location. Tarmac will be used for the more heavily used routes, while Type 1 granular paths will provide firm, all-weather routes with a more natural appearance. In sensitive locations, no-dig construction will minimise disturbance to the ground.
The plan below shows the improvements across Roxbourne Park. To make the works easier to understand, we have divided the park into five sections. (you can also download this image via the Documents widget on this page)
Section 1 – Northern Field, Playground and Cricket Pitch
Some of the most extensive resurfacing will take place here, with the main paths around the northern field and football field resurfaced in tarmac.
This will provide smoother, more durable routes and improve connections between the football and cricket pitches, playground, outdoor gym and the wider park.
Section 2 – Cannon Lane, Car Park, Pavilion, Culvert and Orchard
The Cannon Lane car park will be resurfaced and relined, while the route from the car park towards the Pavilion and upper field will be improved to provide a more accessible connection for wheelchair and mobility scooter users, people with reduced mobility and families with pushchairs.
The area immediately in front of the Pavilion will also be levelled and resurfaced in tarmac, replacing the existing uneven tiled paved surface and creating a smoother, more usable space for the many community activities and events held here.
A new Type 1 granular path will create a better connection across the culvert towards the orchard, providing a firm, route between these areas.
example type1 path (colour may vary)
Together, these improvements will make this central part of the park significantly easier to access and move through.
Section 3 – Southern Route and Allotments
New Type 1 granular paths will improve the long route south from the main fields, alongside the allotments and around the model railway fenced area.
These paths will formalise routes that people already use across the grass, making this part of the park easier to explore throughout the year and creating a stronger walking connection between the northern and southern areas.
Section 4 – Field End and Model Railway
At the southern end of the park, the Field End Road car park will be resurfaced and relined, alongside improvements to the surrounding path connections.
The works will improve this important entrance to the park and create better links between Field End Road, the model railway and routes leading north through Roxbourne Park.
Section 5 – Lower Football Field and Woodlands Avenue
We will formalise the well-used routes from Woodlands Avenue into Roxbourne Park and to the kissing gate entering the Roxbourne Rough.
We know this area can become particularly boggy in wet weather, despite being a popular and attractive part of the park to explore. A no-dig Type 1 granular path will provide a firmer, year-round route while retaining the more natural character of this part of the park.
The children’s playground is one of the park’s most popular facilities and will receive a full upgrade, creating a more exciting, inclusive and engaging place to play.
The playground will be slightly expanded to create a dedicated area for toddlers and younger children, alongside new play equipment and experiences for a range of ages and abilities.
New safety surfacing and fencing will also be installed, creating a refreshed and safer environment for children and families.
As part of the Council’s Strategic Playground Signage Project, new emergency and information signage will be installed once the playground is complete. This will provide clear information about what to do in an emergency and how to report any issues requiring Council attention.
See the new playground plan below. A copy is also available in the Documents section.
Park Entrance Improvements
The entrances to Roxbourne Park create the first impression of the park. We want them to feel welcoming, attractive and easy to recognise, while continuing to protect the park and the people using it.
We will enhance the park’s main entrances, opening them up where possible and improving their appearance, while retaining appropriate measures to prevent unauthorised vehicle access and protect the park’s open spaces.
New entrance signs will also help create a clearer identity for Roxbourne Park.
The signs will include maps and useful visitor information, alongside information about the park’s community, heritage and natural environment. They are designed not only to help people find their way around, but also to tell the story of the park and encourage a greater sense of identity and pride in this important local space.
Examples of the new style of park entrance signs, recently installed at other parks, are shown below.
Example entrance board with map and narrative in Bridge Street Gardens
Example Entrance Board with integrates notice board in West Harrow ParkKeep up to date
This page will continue to be updated throughout the works, so please check back for key milestones, photographs, access information and the latest progress.
We appreciate everyone’s patience while the improvements are delivered and look forward to seeing the plans become a reality – creating a better connected, more accessible and welcoming Roxbourne Park for everyone to enjoy.
Investing in Roxbourne Park
As part of the Council's 2026/27 Parks Capital Programme, we are developing a programme of improvements for Roxbourne Park.
Roxbourne Park is a valued community green space that supports recreation, sport, walking, nature, and community activities throughout the year. The proposed improvements aim to enhance the quality, accessibility, safety, and long-term sustainability of the park while protecting the features that make it a much-loved local destination.
The proposals have been developed following site assessments, condition surveys, accessibility reviews, and ongoing discussions with key park stakeholders, including the Friends of Roxbourne Park, the Harrow and Wembley Society of Model Engineers, local sports clubs, and other groups that regularly use the park.
These assessments have helped identify opportunities to improve ageing infrastructure, address ongoing maintenance issues, enhance accessibility, and invest in facilities that will benefit residents and visitors for years to come.
What Will the Improvements Deliver?
The proposed improvements are designed to enhance the park for current and future generations, creating a safer, more accessible, and more enjoyable environment for everyone.
Key benefits include:
- Improved play facilities for children and families
- Better quality and more accessible footpaths throughout the park
- Enhanced entrances, signage, and wayfinding
- Improved accessibility and connections between different areas of the park
- Increased safety through improved visibility and natural surveillance
- Better drainage and greater resilience to seasonal flooding
- Reduced maintenance requirements through investment in modern infrastructure
- Investment in facilities that support sport, recreation, and community activities
- A more welcoming, attractive, and sustainable park for all users
Together, these improvements will help ensure Roxbourne Park continues to be a valued community asset for years to come.
About the Parks Capital Programme
The Parks Capital Programme is the Council's long-term investment programme for parks and open spaces across the borough.
The programme supports the objectives of the Parks and Open Space Strategy 2025–2030 and aims to create high-quality, welcoming, accessible, and sustainable green spaces that support health and wellbeing, biodiversity, climate resilience, and community use.
More than £6 million will be invested in parks and open spaces across the borough over the next three years, helping to improve facilities, raise quality standards, and ensure parks continue to meet the needs of current and future generations.
Proposed Improvements at Roxbourne Park
The proposed improvement works focus on creating a safer, more accessible, and better connected park while improving its overall appearance, functionality, and long-term resilience.
The programme includes:
- Improvements to the playground
- Upgrades to footpaths and access routes
- Enhanced entrances and signage
- Replacement fencing in selected locations
- Assessment and future improvements to the pavilion building
Playground Improvements
The playground is one of the most popular facilities within Roxbourne Park and is well used by local families and visitors.
The proposals have been developed following an assessment of the existing play equipment, surfacing, layout, safety considerations, and ongoing maintenance requirements. Where practical, existing equipment will be retained and incorporated into the new layout, while ageing infrastructure that has reached the end of its serviceable life will be replaced.
A draft playground concept has been prepared to help guide future investment and create a more modern, accessible, and enjoyable play environment.
Current PlaygroundWhile relocating the playground more centrally within the park was considered, no suitable location was identified that would avoid impacts on existing recreational uses, including football and cricket. Instead, the proposals seek to relocate the playground slightly further into the park and away from the river corridor.
This approach would:
- Improve safety by increasing the distance between the playground and the riverbank
- Improve visibility and natural surveillance around the play area
- Create a more open and welcoming environment
- Support ongoing monitoring and maintenance of the riverbank
- Improve connections to existing and future walking routes through the park
There is also an opportunity to formalise an existing desire-line path along the northern edge of the playground, improving accessibility and movement through the area.
Concept drawing for improvements
Footpath and Access Improvements
Improving the park's footpath network is a key part of the proposed investment programme.
Several paths are showing signs of wear and deterioration, and improvements are required to provide safer, more accessible, and better connected routes throughout the park.
The proposals include:
- Resurfacing significant sections of the footpath network
- Improvements to the car park surfacing and bay markings
- A new link path connecting the riverside walk to the culvert crossing
- Extending existing paths to improve connectivity across the park
- Improvements to routes serving Woodlands Avenue and Roxbourne Rough
The project will also address localised drainage issues affecting parts of the park.
Sustainable drainage features, including swales and other natural flood management measures, are being considered to help manage surface water, reduce flood risk, and support biodiversity.
Footpath surfacing
Worn footpath
Entrances and Signage
The park's entrances play an important role in creating a positive first impression and helping visitors navigate the site.
The proposals include:
- Replacement entrance gates
- New vehicle height barriers
- Replacement bollards and fencing where required
- New park signage and wayfinding
The new signage will follow the Council's borough-wide Green Flag standard and will include maps, wayfinding information, details of park facilities, and information about the park's heritage and local environment.
Entrance Signage
These improvements will help create more welcoming entrances while making it easier for visitors to find their way around the park.
Fencing Improvements
Sections of ageing iron rail fencing are reaching the end of their serviceable life and require ongoing maintenance.
Where appropriate, these sections will be replaced with modern fencing that provides a durable, lower-maintenance, and visually consistent boundary treatment across the site.
Pavilion Improvements
The pavilion is an important part of Roxbourne Park and plays a key role in supporting sports clubs, community activities, events, and park users throughout the year.
To help ensure the building continues to serve the community into the future, the Council is exploring opportunities for improvements that will enhance safety, functionality, and the overall user experience.
A separate capital funding allocation will be used to support future pavilion improvements. These works will focus on ensuring the building remains safe, fit for purpose, and capable of supporting existing users while providing opportunities for wider community use.
The aim is to create a more welcoming, practical, and sustainable facility that complements the wider improvements taking place across the park and helps enhance the overall visitor experience.
Community involvement
Local feedback is important in helping us understand how Roxbourne Park is used and what improvements matter most to residents.
We will continue to engage with park users, local residents, community groups, and stakeholders as the programme develops.
Feedback may help shape priorities within the available project budget and delivery timeline.
Residents and park users can also share comments and suggestions by emailing:
infrastructure@harrow.gov.uk
Please use the subject line: Roxbourne Park Improvement Works
We are pleased to share our final plans for the programme of improvements at Roxbourne Park.
Following detailed surveys, design work and engagement with park stakeholders, the plans and costings are now complete and we are ready to move into delivery.
The investment will focus on three key areas:
Together, these works will make Roxbourne Park more accessible, better connected and more welcoming, while improving facilities and helping more people enjoy and explore the park throughout the year.
Works are planned to start from late October / early November 2026
Works will be delivered in phases across the park.
Due to the size of Roxbourne Park and the range of improvements being delivered, there may be several work areas and contractor bases operating at different locations as the project progresses. Not all areas will be worked on at the same time, and the order of works may change depending on site conditions, weather and contractor requirements.
Some disruption will unfortunately be unavoidable. At different stages, parts of the park, paths, entrances, car parks and facilities may be temporarily inaccessible, and alternative routes may need to be used. We will keep as much of the park open as possible and use signage to provide advance warning and information where we can.
Community events and activities are expected to continue wherever possible throughout the works. We know the park is an important space for local groups, sports, events and other community activities, particularly during the autumn and spring. We will work closely with park stakeholders and our contractors to understand what is planned and, wherever possible, coordinate the works to accommodate activities taking place in the park.
There may be occasions when works affect particular areas or require temporary changes, but we will aim to provide advance notice and work with those affected to find practical solutions wherever possible.
Contractors, machinery and construction vehicles will also need to move through parts of the park. For everyone’s safety, please follow temporary signs and diversions and do not enter fenced-off work areas.
We appreciate everyone’s patience while the works take place. The temporary disruption will allow us to deliver significant, long-term improvements to the park.
Keep checking this page for the latest updates. We will share key milestones, photographs, access information and progress updates as the works move forward.
You can explore the improvements in more detail below.
Path Network Improvements
We are making significant improvements to the paths across Roxbourne Park, creating a better connected, more accessible network that can be enjoyed throughout the year.
Alongside resurfacing worn existing paths, we will create new all-weather routes where people currently rely on informal ‘desire lines’, which can become muddy and difficult to use in wetter months. The new connections will open up more of the park, make longer walking routes possible and improve links between its different areas.
A combination of surfaces will be used to suit each location. Tarmac will be used for the more heavily used routes, while Type 1 granular paths will provide firm, all-weather routes with a more natural appearance. In sensitive locations, no-dig construction will minimise disturbance to the ground.
The plan below shows the improvements across Roxbourne Park. To make the works easier to understand, we have divided the park into five sections. (you can also download this image via the Documents widget on this page)
Section 1 – Northern Field, Playground and Cricket Pitch
Some of the most extensive resurfacing will take place here, with the main paths around the northern field and football field resurfaced in tarmac.
This will provide smoother, more durable routes and improve connections between the football and cricket pitches, playground, outdoor gym and the wider park.
Section 2 – Cannon Lane, Car Park, Pavilion, Culvert and Orchard
The Cannon Lane car park will be resurfaced and relined, while the route from the car park towards the Pavilion and upper field will be improved to provide a more accessible connection for wheelchair and mobility scooter users, people with reduced mobility and families with pushchairs.
The area immediately in front of the Pavilion will also be levelled and resurfaced in tarmac, replacing the existing uneven tiled paved surface and creating a smoother, more usable space for the many community activities and events held here.
A new Type 1 granular path will create a better connection across the culvert towards the orchard, providing a firm, route between these areas.
example type1 path (colour may vary)
On the eastern field, a new tarmac path will follow an existing desire line, turning a well-used informal route into an all-weather path that reconnects with the existing riverside tarmac path that starts at Walpole Entrance and leads back to the playground. Together, these improvements will make this central part of the park significantly easier to access and move through.
Section 3 – Southern Route and Allotments
New Type 1 granular paths will improve the long route south from the main fields, alongside the allotments and around the model railway fenced area.
These paths will formalise routes that people already use across the grass, making this part of the park easier to explore throughout the year and creating a stronger walking connection between the northern and southern areas.
Section 4 – Field End and Model Railway
At the southern end of the park, the Field End Road car park will be resurfaced and relined, alongside improvements to the surrounding path connections.
The works will improve this important entrance to the park and create better links between Field End Road, the model railway and routes leading north through Roxbourne Park.
Section 5 – Lower Football Field and Woodlands Avenue
We will formalise the well-used routes from Woodlands Avenue into Roxbourne Park and to the kissing gate entering the Roxbourne Rough.
We know this area can become particularly boggy in wet weather, despite being a popular and attractive part of the park to explore. A no-dig Type 1 granular path will provide a firmer, year-round route while retaining the more natural character of this part of the park.
The children’s playground is one of the park’s most popular facilities and will receive a full upgrade, creating a more exciting, inclusive and engaging place to play.
The playground will be slightly expanded to create a dedicated area for toddlers and younger children, alongside new play equipment and experiences for a range of ages and abilities.
New safety surfacing and fencing will also be installed, creating a refreshed and safer environment for children and families.
As part of the Council’s Strategic Playground Signage Project, new emergency and information signage will be installed once the playground is complete. This will provide clear information about what to do in an emergency and how to report any issues requiring Council attention.
See the new playground plan below. A copy is also available in the Documents section.
Park Entrance Improvements
The entrances to Roxbourne Park create the first impression of the park. We want them to feel welcoming, attractive and easy to recognise, while continuing to protect the park and the people using it.
We will enhance the park’s main entrances, opening them up where possible and improving their appearance, while retaining appropriate measures to prevent unauthorised vehicle access and protect the park’s open spaces.
New entrance signs will also help create a clearer identity for Roxbourne Park.
The signs will include maps and useful visitor information, alongside information about the park’s community, heritage and natural environment. They are designed not only to help people find their way around, but also to tell the story of the park and encourage a greater sense of identity and pride in this important local space.
Examples of the new style of park entrance signs, recently installed at other parks, are shown below.
Example entrance board with map and narrative in Bridge Street Gardens Example Entrance Board with integrates notice board in West Harrow ParkKeep up to date
This page will continue to be updated throughout the works, so please check back for key milestones, photographs, access information and the latest progress.
We appreciate everyone’s patience while the improvements are delivered and look forward to seeing the plans become a reality – creating a better connected, more accessible and welcoming Roxbourne Park for everyone to enjoy.
Investing in Roxbourne Park
As part of the Council's 2026/27 Parks Capital Programme, we are developing a programme of improvements for Roxbourne Park.
Roxbourne Park is a valued community green space that supports recreation, sport, walking, nature, and community activities throughout the year. The proposed improvements aim to enhance the quality, accessibility, safety, and long-term sustainability of the park while protecting the features that make it a much-loved local destination.
The proposals have been developed following site assessments, condition surveys, accessibility reviews, and ongoing discussions with key park stakeholders, including the Friends of Roxbourne Park, the Harrow and Wembley Society of Model Engineers, local sports clubs, and other groups that regularly use the park.
These assessments have helped identify opportunities to improve ageing infrastructure, address ongoing maintenance issues, enhance accessibility, and invest in facilities that will benefit residents and visitors for years to come.
What Will the Improvements Deliver?
The proposed improvements are designed to enhance the park for current and future generations, creating a safer, more accessible, and more enjoyable environment for everyone.
Key benefits include:
- Improved play facilities for children and families
- Better quality and more accessible footpaths throughout the park
- Enhanced entrances, signage, and wayfinding
- Improved accessibility and connections between different areas of the park
- Increased safety through improved visibility and natural surveillance
- Better drainage and greater resilience to seasonal flooding
- Reduced maintenance requirements through investment in modern infrastructure
- Investment in facilities that support sport, recreation, and community activities
- A more welcoming, attractive, and sustainable park for all users
Together, these improvements will help ensure Roxbourne Park continues to be a valued community asset for years to come.
About the Parks Capital Programme
The Parks Capital Programme is the Council's long-term investment programme for parks and open spaces across the borough.
The programme supports the objectives of the Parks and Open Space Strategy 2025–2030 and aims to create high-quality, welcoming, accessible, and sustainable green spaces that support health and wellbeing, biodiversity, climate resilience, and community use.
More than £6 million will be invested in parks and open spaces across the borough over the next three years, helping to improve facilities, raise quality standards, and ensure parks continue to meet the needs of current and future generations.
Proposed Improvements at Roxbourne Park
The proposed improvement works focus on creating a safer, more accessible, and better connected park while improving its overall appearance, functionality, and long-term resilience.
The programme includes:
- Improvements to the playground
- Upgrades to footpaths and access routes
- Enhanced entrances and signage
- Replacement fencing in selected locations
- Assessment and future improvements to the pavilion building
Playground Improvements
The playground is one of the most popular facilities within Roxbourne Park and is well used by local families and visitors.
The proposals have been developed following an assessment of the existing play equipment, surfacing, layout, safety considerations, and ongoing maintenance requirements. Where practical, existing equipment will be retained and incorporated into the new layout, while ageing infrastructure that has reached the end of its serviceable life will be replaced.
A draft playground concept has been prepared to help guide future investment and create a more modern, accessible, and enjoyable play environment.
Current PlaygroundWhile relocating the playground more centrally within the park was considered, no suitable location was identified that would avoid impacts on existing recreational uses, including football and cricket. Instead, the proposals seek to relocate the playground slightly further into the park and away from the river corridor.
This approach would:
- Improve safety by increasing the distance between the playground and the riverbank
- Improve visibility and natural surveillance around the play area
- Create a more open and welcoming environment
- Support ongoing monitoring and maintenance of the riverbank
- Improve connections to existing and future walking routes through the park
There is also an opportunity to formalise an existing desire-line path along the northern edge of the playground, improving accessibility and movement through the area.
Concept drawing for improvements
Footpath and Access Improvements
Improving the park's footpath network is a key part of the proposed investment programme.
Several paths are showing signs of wear and deterioration, and improvements are required to provide safer, more accessible, and better connected routes throughout the park.
The proposals include:
- Resurfacing significant sections of the footpath network
- Improvements to the car park surfacing and bay markings
- A new link path connecting the riverside walk to the culvert crossing
- Extending existing paths to improve connectivity across the park
- Improvements to routes serving Woodlands Avenue and Roxbourne Rough
The project will also address localised drainage issues affecting parts of the park.
Sustainable drainage features, including swales and other natural flood management measures, are being considered to help manage surface water, reduce flood risk, and support biodiversity.
Footpath surfacingWorn footpath
Entrances and Signage
The park's entrances play an important role in creating a positive first impression and helping visitors navigate the site.
The proposals include:
- Replacement entrance gates
- New vehicle height barriers
- Replacement bollards and fencing where required
- New park signage and wayfinding
The new signage will follow the Council's borough-wide Green Flag standard and will include maps, wayfinding information, details of park facilities, and information about the park's heritage and local environment.
Entrance Signage
These improvements will help create more welcoming entrances while making it easier for visitors to find their way around the park.
Fencing Improvements
Sections of ageing iron rail fencing are reaching the end of their serviceable life and require ongoing maintenance.
Where appropriate, these sections will be replaced with modern fencing that provides a durable, lower-maintenance, and visually consistent boundary treatment across the site.
Pavilion Improvements
The pavilion is an important part of Roxbourne Park and plays a key role in supporting sports clubs, community activities, events, and park users throughout the year.
To help ensure the building continues to serve the community into the future, the Council is exploring opportunities for improvements that will enhance safety, functionality, and the overall user experience.
A separate capital funding allocation will be used to support future pavilion improvements. These works will focus on ensuring the building remains safe, fit for purpose, and capable of supporting existing users while providing opportunities for wider community use.
The aim is to create a more welcoming, practical, and sustainable facility that complements the wider improvements taking place across the park and helps enhance the overall visitor experience.
Community involvement
Local feedback is important in helping us understand how Roxbourne Park is used and what improvements matter most to residents.
We will continue to engage with park users, local residents, community groups, and stakeholders as the programme develops.
Feedback may help shape priorities within the available project budget and delivery timeline.
Residents and park users can also share comments and suggestions by emailing:
infrastructure@harrow.gov.uk
Please use the subject line: Roxbourne Park Improvement Works
