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Find out about allotments, parks, ways to save money by making your home more energy effiicient, flooding advice and how to improve our environment for future generations.

• Allotments

  Allotments

  The popularity of allotments has increased in recent years with a growing interest in producing your own cheap, freshly grown food and the opportunity to escape, for a short time, from the stresses of everyday life.

• Climate change

  Climate change

  Described as one of the greatest challenges facing humanity, climate change cannot be ignored.

• Community groups

  Community groups

  Meet new people, learn new skills and take an active role in your community.

• Energy efficiency tips

  Energy efficiency tips

  Follow our top energy saving tips and save money on your household bills.

• Energy monitors

  Energy monitors

  Visit your local library and borrow a free energy monitor.

• Environmental events

  Environmental events

  Check to see if the Environment Services Department are currently holding any events.

• Flooding and land drainage

  Flooding and land drainage

  Find out if your property is at risk from flooding or if you are responsible for a blocked drain.

• Highway verges

  Highway verges

  Grounds maintenance, grass cutting, parks and open spaces.

• Horticultural standards

  Horticultural standards

  Summary of core standards within the Grounds Maintenance Contract

• Parks and open spaces

  Parks and open spaces

  With over 750 acres of parks and open spaces, including several miles of riverside walks, Spelthorne is a very attractive place to live and work.

• Spelthorne Biodiversity action plan

  Biodiversity action plan

  The Spelthorne Biodiversity action plan is our commitment to conserve and enhance biodiversity in the Borough.

• Staines Moor

  Staines Moor

  This is a designated Site of Special Scientific Interest because of its importance to nature conservation.

• Sustainable development

  Sustainable development

  The goal of sustainable development is to allow everyone to enjoy a better quality of life but without sacrificing the needs of future generations.

• Trees

  Trees

  Trees create a green and calming environment for our residents by contributing to the appearance and character of our Borough.

• Community Toilet Scheme

  Community Toilet Scheme

  A Community Toilet Scheme will shortly be launched in Shepperton High Street.

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• Published 19 April 2013, 2.20PM
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