Secret Garden
The Secret Garden Project in Welwyn Garden City
About the Project
We are developing plans to transform the green space beneath the central roundabout near the John Lewis subway in the heart of Welwyn Garden City into an exciting new public space known as the Secret Garden.
The project aims to turn this underused area into a welcoming destination where residents and visitors can relax, connect with nature, attend events and spend time together.
What Could the Secret Garden Include?
Early proposals for the Secret Garden feature:
- An outdoor amphitheatre for performances and community events
- Flexible pop-up kiosks for food, drink and local traders
- A community garden
- Public art installations
- Creative lighting
- Extensive planting to support biodiversity and create a greener town centre
Why Are We Creating the Secret Garden?
The Secret Garden project will:
- Demolish the disused toilet block located within the roundabout
- Breathe new life into an underused town centre space
- Create a welcoming environment for people of all ages
- Provide opportunities for community events and activities
- Enhance biodiversity and increase greenery
- Encourage more people to visit and spend time in the town centre
Have Your Say
We want to hear your views on the proposed Secret Garden project. Take a look at the proposals and share your thoughts, ideas and feedback with us. Your comments will help shape the future of this exciting new public space in the heart of Welwyn Garden City.
Feedback from the consultation will help shape the final designs for this ambitious project.
Consultation event:
You can also join us at our next drop-in consultation event where you will be able to view the plans, speak to the project team and share your feedback.
Date: Thursday 28 May
Time: 6pm to 8pm
Location: Humphrey's Cafe in Campus West, Welwyn Garden City