Alexandra Millennium Green in Surbiton, Surrey, is one of the larger Greens and if you count it as a London Green, it is bigger than all the other London Greens put together.
Location[]
Alexandra Dr, Surbiton, Greater London KT5 9AG.
Size[]
One source says its 10 acres, another 12, but the Trust confirms it is 12 acres.
History of the Green[]
It was part of Tolworth Main Allotments which Kingston Council planned to sell for development in 1990 (PS68). After much public opposition, and a planning enquiry the plans were rejected. Local people formed the Alexandra Millennium Green Trust (a registered charity) and went on to create the green, which is London's largest.
Millennium Feature[]
In the landscaped and contoured area of grassland There is a very large amphitheatre suitable for concerts.
Other Features[]
Trees[]
Over 183 young trees were planted during construction with more having been added since. Not all have survived with a number having been damaged by fighting type dogs.
Pond[]
It also has a large pond.
Nature & Wildlife[]
There are many types of wildflowers to be found, and the pond which has become overgrown, is a haven for many creatures- ducks, occasionally swans, and moorhens just to name a few.
Events[]
Many events have taken place on the Green, but there are none presently planned, as of July 2014.
Finance[]
The Green is managed by 'The Alexandra Millennium Green Trust' a Charity which has very little regular income. Unless this can be addressed, it will close. You can become a 'friend of the Green' for as little as £10 a year and we presently have around 30 members. If we had 300, the Green would be secure for the remainder of our lease - about 970 years! If we fail, it will have to close and revert to the local authority.
Awards[]
Alexandra has won a local award- The Kingston in Bloom Mary Rollinson Community Award.
Nearest Millennium Greens[]
- Woodcote Surrey
- Cricklewood London
- Albion London
- Chalvey Berkshire