New pocket parks open across Merton
New pocket parks have been opening across the borough, providing local areas to relax, connect and enjoy the outdoors. From pocket parks to planters, these small but impactful spaces are […]
Category Archives: Parks and green spaces
Residents invited to help plant trees at Morden Park
Merton Council is inviting local residents to a community tree-planting session at Morden Park on Saturday 17 January, from 10am to 1pm. Everyone is welcome to take part, and no […]
Service information for the festive period 2025/26
As we approach Christmas, we have rounded up key information about changes and close downs of council and partner services over the period. Waste and Recycling For information about changes […]
We are making it easier to report neighbourhood issues in your street
Have you noticed a pothole, come across graffiti, or spotted a fly-tip? Reporting issues in your neighbourhood is now quicker and easier than ever with the launch of our […]
Merton celebrates tenth Green Flag Award as Holland Garden and Haydons Road Rec join the list
Merton’s parks and green spaces are the envy of London, and we are proud to now be home to ten Green Flag Award-winning parks. This is the highest number the […]
Councillor Stuart Neaverson joins Merton’s Cabinet
The Leader of Merton Council, Councillor Ross Garrod, has announced a new appointment to his top team to lead on what residents have told is a top priority for them: […]
More information on the permanent premises licence application for Morden Park
24 April Update: A Licensing Sub-Committee was held on 22 April to determine the application. The recording is available here. The application was granted with a number of conditions applied […]
Merton Council planting 500 trees to increase tree cover
Merton Council is planting 500 new trees as part of its ongoing efforts to increase the borough’s tree canopy, while replacing felled trees and filling empty tree pits. The tree […]
Christmas period service information in Merton
As we approach Christmas, we have rounded up key information about changes and close downs of council and partner services over the period. Waste and Recycling Revised rubbish and recycling […]
The Canons House & Grounds becomes Merton’s eighth Green Flag Award winner
There are now eight Green Flag accredited sites in the London Borough of Merton, including the newest addition, Canons House & Grounds in Mitcham. Mitcham’s Canons House & Grounds has […]