Union Park South Lawns Maintenance Works

A section of Union Park is undergoing essential maintenance to improve the quality of the grass. The park itself is not closing. The current grass surface struggles to grow in even the best conditions due to the high sand content (75:25 sand to soil ratio), making it difficult for the grass to retain moisture and nutrients. The new works aim to make the lawn more resilient and sustainable.

Works are scheduled to take place between mid-March and the end of April 2025. The preferred start date is 10th March. The initial work is expected to take 7-10 working days, with Heras fencing remaining in place for a further 2-4 weeks to allow the newly laid turf to establish properly.

The timing has been carefully planned to ensure optimal conditions for the new turf to establish. Starting in mid-March avoids the winter frosts that would make ground preparation difficult as frozen soil cannot be properly worked. However, the work needs to begin before the drier spring and summer months to give the new grass the best chance to establish with natural rainfall. Additionally, this timing allows over 3,000 daffodil bulbs planted in the lawn to complete their flowering cycle. While they will not flower before the works start, they should return in 2026 if the lawn remains protected.

No. Only 750m² of the lawn on Union Park South (marked in red on the attached map) will be fenced off. The rest of Union Park will remain open, including other green spaces

Everyone who lives, works, or visits Wembley Park may experience some disruption when using Union Park. Residents of Eastern Lands, including Canada Gardens, The Robinson, Madison, Lexington, and Bowery, are likely to be most affected due to their proximity to the park.

The existing surface will be stripped. 50mm of nutrient-rich topsoil will be added to enhance moisture and nutrient retention.

A new turf (Lindum LT8 Festival Plus) will be installed, which is hardwearing, more drought-tolerant, and ideal for high-footfall areas like Union Park.

Yes. Several parks are available in the area:

Parks and Green Areas in Wembley Park:

• Elvin Gardens - Features green grass, leafy trees, a children's playground, and a purpose-built dog run. Walking: 3 minutes.
• Zig-a-Zag Allée - A ‘pocket park’ on Wembley Park Boulevard with benches, shrubs, and flowerbeds offering views of the Stadium Arch. Walking: 3 minutes.

Parks in the Wider Wembley Area:

• Fryent Country Park - A designated nature reserve with open fields, woods, and stunning views of Wembley Stadium. Walking: 30 minutes (1.5 miles), Bus: Multiple routes available, Driving: 7-10 minutes.
• Northwick Park - Equipped with playing grounds for various sports with flat terrain. Walking: 50 minutes (2.5 miles), Bus: Direct routes available, Driving: 10-15 minutes.
• One Tree Hill Recreation Ground - A large grassy area offering great views over Wembley, Harrow on the Hill, and central London. Walking: 25 minutes, Bus: Multiple routes on Bridgewater Road, Driving: 8-10 minutes.
• Barham Park - Features raised terraces with good pathways that are easy to walk along. Walking: 35 minutes, Bus: Accessible via local routes, Driving: 10-12 minutes.

To help preserve the new lawn and ensure its longevity for everyone to enjoy, we kindly ask that organised sports activities such as football not be played on this area. Even with the more durable turf being installed, these high-intensity activities can still cause damage to the grass and lead to soil compaction over time. Union Park is designed as a communal green space for relaxation and casual enjoyment. For sports and organised games, we encourage residents to utilise the excellent dedicated facilities near Wembley Park and throughout the borough, specifically designed to accommodate such activities.

There are football pitches available to hire in 13 of Brent's parks, open spaces, and recreation grounds. These can be hired for single matches or for seasonal lettings.

For further opportunities, the Football Association (FA) offers various community outreach programmes:

• FA Wembley Community Club
• FA in the Community
• Wembley Stadium Local Community

Close Proximity (Under 1.5 miles)

• King Edward VII Park, Wembley - Approximately 0.9 miles - 56 The Dene, Wembley HA9 7QS
• Gibbons Recreation Ground - Approximately 1.1 miles - Church End & Roundwood, London NW10 9BX
• GEC Sports Ground (Pellatt Road) - Approximately 1.1 miles - Pellatt Rd, London HA9 8FB (AFC Wembley)

Mid-Range (1.5 to 2 miles)

• Tokyngton Recreation Ground (One Tree Hill Recreation Ground) - Approximately 1.5 miles - 108 Norton Rd, Wembley HA0 4QS
• John Billam Sports Ground - Approximately 1.6 miles - Woodcock Hill, Harrow HA3 0PJ
• Vale Farm Sports Ground - Approximately 1.7 miles - Watford Rd, North Wembley, Wembley HA0 3HG
• Silver Jubilee Park - Approximately 1.8 miles - 12 Northgate Dr, Kingsbury Green, London NW9 7RD
• Gladstone Park - Approximately 1.6-2 miles - Neasden, London NW2 6HT (Multiple access points)
• Roe Green Park - Approximately 2 miles - Roe Grn, London HA7 3PP
• Alperton Sports Ground - Approximately 2 miles - Alperton Ln, Wembley HA0 1ER
• Tenterden Sports Ground - Approximately 1.7 miles - Brent Nalgo Sports & Social Club, Harrow HA3 0QQ

Further Away (Over 2 miles)

• Northwick Park - Approximately 1.9-2.3 miles - Northwick Ave, Harrow HA3 0AT (Multiple addresses)
• King Edward VII Recreation Ground, Willesden - Approximately 2.4 miles - London NW10 3SQ

Brent also has a large number of Multi-Use Games Areas (MUGAs) across the borough. These can be used free of charge and there is no need to book.

To book or for more information on football pitches and facilities in the area, please visit Brent Council's dedicated page: Brent Council Football Pitches.

The works are managed by the Wembley Park Estate team, with landscaping carried out by Goddards (Landscape Contractor) Ltd.

For any queries, please contact development@quintain.co.uk