A previously unused concrete plot in Pembroke has undergone a major transformation, with 9,000 square metres of land converted into a public garden. The project, carried out by Project Green, aims to provide new green space for local residents and improve environmental sustainability in the area.

Now officially named St David’s Garden by the Pembroke Local Council, the site lies within a development zone and was previously covered in concrete. Today, it offers an accessible, landscaped environment just a ten-minute walk from around 3,600 households.

The garden has been designed with both ecology and community in mind. Three adjacent water reservoirs will supply the garden’s irrigation system, reducing the need for external water sources. In addition, the use of permeable surfacing will allow rainwater to seep into the ground naturally, supporting groundwater recharge and limiting runoff.

Accessibility was also prioritised, with wide walking paths incorporated throughout the garden. The space is now home to approximately 113 newly planted trees and more than 1,000 shrubs, creating a more natural, welcoming environment in what was previously a hard-surfaced zone.

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