Other areas

There are other areas – smaller or less significant – that should not be overlooked. Collectively they can work to provide attractive “green spots” in the street scene. The following areas should be considered for attention :

• All of LCC’s grass verges – These are already covered by a mowing schedule but it is important that the quality of workmanship is kept up, otherwise these areas can quickly look unkempt and messy. Vehicles should be encouraged not to park on verges and preventive measures put in place if necessary and appropriate (as on Round Bank). Areas should be seeded in spring when necessary
• Outside Library (GreenHill) – An opportunity here to provide formalised flower beds in front of the library entrance. Ownership and approval for planting needs to be established.
• Verge (top of Wide Lane/A6) – A roadside triangular area that could be improved and possibly incorporate a small tree. Permission from LCC is required
• Large verge (bottom of Wide St) – Potentially an opportunity to incorporate a planting scheme – flowering cherry or crab apple trees would provide focal point and colour with low maintenance requirements. A Permission to Cultivate would be required from LCC.
• Nell’s View (The Stints) - This is now a successful semi-formalised and established planting scheme. It is currently covered by the Council’s grounds maintenance schedule and should continue to be so.
• Area to RHS of Hathern School entrance ( Pasture Lane) – Although LCC land an HPC planting scheme is planned. Will need to be included in maintenance schedule.
• Verge (RHS Green Hill Rise) – Another opportunity to incorporate a planting scheme – flowering cherry or crab apple trees would provide focal point and colour with low maintenance requirements. A Permission to Cultivate would be required from LCC.