community use
Councils are progressing plans to upgrade existing facilities and repurpose sites for community use.
Hounslow Council is upgrading the Heston Farm Estate playground, with completion expected by April 2027 and £300,000 allocated. A report to the Heston and Cranford Area Forum in September 2026 noted new lighting will operate on a timer to balance community use. Hammersmith and Fulham Council's Planning and Development Control Committee approved plans in April 2026 to convert the Stuart Building at Sacred Heart High School into a 225-seat theatre.
Richmond upon Thames Council is considering repurposing the former Teddington Police Station site for community use, with medical or health facilities prioritised. A condition for any redevelopment is that community or social infrastructure use must be provided on the site, as discussed at a Council meeting in January 2026.
Key facts
- Heston Farm Estate playground upgrade is on track for completion by April 2027. Source
- £300,000 funding has been allocated for the Heston Farm Estate playground upgrade. Source
- Hammersmith and Fulham Council approved plans for Sacred Heart High School theatre conversion in April 2026. Source
- The converted Stuart Building at Sacred Heart High School will be a 225-seat theatre. Source
- Richmond upon Thames Council discussed repurposing the Teddington Police Station site for community use in January 2026. Source
About this summary
This summary was written automatically from our published stories and the council meeting records they draw on. It describes what councils have discussed and decided; it does not take a view on any decision. Each key fact links to the story it comes from. Updated 30 September 2026. Spotted a mistake? Email community@opencouncil.network.