Local developments

West Barnes Gasholders - Redevelopment

Some of our members are wondering about the future of the obsolete gasholders, near Motspur Park Station. These are situated in the Kingston constituency, but are scheduled for demolition, in line with Ofgem strategy. Redevelopment of the site would also affect residents in the West Barnes area in terms of access and construction works. Members are been keeping an eye on the proposals and we understand that, although architects’ plans have been drawn up, there has not yet been a recent planning application submitted to Kingston Council. 

However, there was a broad application made in 2017 and Scotia Gas Network (SGN) also notified Merton Planning in 2018 about the need for a protected access route to the site from West Barnes Lane. Further details as soon as we have them.