Development & Continuity

As always, an integral part of Coventry’s Bloom campaign is the involvement of local communities, residents and schools. With the long term intention to keep the city safe, clean and environmentally friendly, CV One, The Landscape Group, Whitefriars housing and Coventry City Council continually strive to reinforce this ever relevant issue by providing important resources and aid to local communities with the intention to improve the living conditions of those residents who depend upon the sustainable and resourceful nature of their work.

Continuing their involvement from previous years, The Landscape Group have worked alongside CV One and Coventry City Council to support the local community who work on Allesley Park’s famous walled garden; an authentic kitchen garden which serves as a significant part of Coventry’s rich history. Dating back to the 1700’s, this fantastic heritage site is admired and used by locals regularly with volunteers on hand to maintain and develop the land which is a real green haven in an otherwise urbanised area. The ‘Friends of Allesley Park’, headed up by dedicated chair David Sheppard tend to the left side of the garden whilst the ‘Allesley Park Walled Garden Group’ lovingly take the time to grow delicious fruit and vegetables in the right hand side of the grounds. Keen to build upon their work with volunteers who dedicate their time to managing the garden, working alongside The Landscape Group, paths have been thoroughly weeded to improve the overall look of this charming site for local residents and visitors alike. Work here is on-going with plans to preserve and build upon the hard work which has already been achieved.

Thumbnail : Willenhall Wood : Click image to enlarge

Work on the Severn Trent headquarters here in Coventry is now complete; the modern structure is an eye catching new landmark for the city centre, attracting investors and business workers alike. The Landscape Group work hard to water plants and trees regularly, maintaining the clean, crisp look to the picturesque brick structure with stunning blue and green glass windows. The highly energy efficient building is surrounded by contemporary street furniture, tree lined pathways and well maintained borders. Future plans for the Severn Trent building involve developing their on-site green space to host events and activities for staff and family whilst continuing to establish relationships with The Landscape Group who in turn provide the materials and labour they will need to progress.

Thumbnail : Allesley Park play area : Click image to enlarge

CV One and The Landscape Group continue to support local residents within the Vicroft Court and Starley Road communities by assisting them with the clean up and maintenance of their grounds. By working to help remove litter and debris, the area is kept clean ensuring that the residents are continually proud of their surrounding environment whilst making sure that these city centre locations are properly cleansed and well maintained throughout the year.

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