Redbridge secures £3m funding from GLA for riverside path

Redbridge Council has been awarded £3m as part of the Greater London Authority’s (GLA) Civic Partnership Programme to transform the walking route between Wanstead Park, Roding Valley and Ilford town centre, delivering new green space and a stunning riverside path.

As one of five boroughs selected for the award, the funding will be used to:

• Improve access from Ilford into Roding Valley by creating a new bridge crossing and pocket park
• Create a riverside path to connect into existing footpaths into Roding Valley and open up access to green space, including rewilding opportunities
• Progress plans for the cycle route running from Newham into Ilford, along with the Ilford Western Gyratory
• Shape transformation plans with the local community

Cllr Kam Rai, Leader of Redbridge Council said “There’s so much to see and do across Redbridge and by improving pedestrian routes we’re connecting Wanstead, Woodford and Ilford making sure people from all parts of the borough can access all we have to offer.

“Redbridge is a growing and changing borough and we’re working with partners including the GLA to make sure our growth works for everyone – creating more public spaces, parks and pathways, in addition to welcoming external investment, new businesses and delivering leisure facilities.”