Green Park Access Improvements
Project Overview
This high-profile project improved one of London’s busiest pedestrian routes linking Green Park Station and Buckingham Palace. Delivered under archaeological supervision and with strict operational constraints, the works enhance long-term access, drainage and visitor safety.
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The Royal Parks
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Subcontractor to Ground Control – Hard & Soft Landscaping
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Royal Parks Infrastructure
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£650,000 (PVR Labour & Management £300,000)
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January 2024 – May 2024
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Main access corridor between Green Park Station and Canada Gate
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Green Park, City of Westminster, London
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Royal Park · Heritage Assets · Archaeological Oversight
Scope of Works
Path widening, resurfacing and edging
Installation of new attenuation drains
Drainage upgrades along the route
Relocation of historic gas lamp (with Cadent Gas and archaeological oversight)
Highlights & Key Benefits
Significant uplift in visitor access and safety
Improved drainage performance in a high-use area
Heritage-sensitive public realm improvements
Delivery within strict ceremonial and operational constraints
Project Delivery Challenges & Solutions
Changing of the Guard & Royal events: Daily programme adaptations
High public footfall: Managed routes and safe segregation
Archaeology: Watching brief throughout
Community Engagement
Public notices and wayfinding signage
Coordination with Royal Parks operations and event teams
