Letchworth Garden City is moving forward with its ongoing efforts to support a sustainable future.

Letchworth Garden City Heritage Foundation is preparing to launch a new strategy that builds on its past work and aligns with global efforts to protect our planet.

Founded in 1903, Letchworth was the first planned garden city. Its designers aimed to combine the best features of urban and rural living, offering residents a lifestyle that blended the vibrancy of the city with the fresh air and open spaces of the countryside.

Today, these founding principles are more relevant than ever, as towns and cities adapt to new environmental, economic, and social realities.

The Heritage Foundation's plan focuses on several key goals that aim to care for the community while improving the environment.

One of the primary objectives is to offer more cultural, leisure, and learning opportunities for everyone.

This means expanding access to events and activities that enrich lives and bring people together.

By working closely with local groups, schools, and businesses, the Heritage Foundation hopes to improve health and well-being in the community, creating a more connected and supportive environment for all residents.

A significant part of the strategy is to reduce the use of fuels that harm the environment and to find ways to use resources more wisely.

For example, using less energy from fossil fuels by removing gas from buildings, and exploring renewable energy sources like solar and wind power.

In addition to reducing emissions, the strategy includes efforts to restore nature. This could involve protecting existing natural areas, creating green spaces, or planting more trees.

By enhancing the local environment, the Heritage Foundation aims to provide habitats for wildlife and improve the quality of life for residents.

The Heritage Foundation is also committed to preserving the unique character of Letchworth as a garden city.

This means supporting its cultural and natural heritage, ensuring that the design principles that have shaped the town for over a century are honoured and standards of appearance maintained.

Importantly, this new strategy is not a fresh start but a continuation of the Heritage Foundation's mission to make Letchworth a great place to live.

By integrating social and environmental considerations into its processes, the Heritage Foundation aims to protect its ability to provide funding for community projects and ensure resilience in the face of future challenges.

As Letchworth Garden City moves forward with this strategy, the Heritage Foundation invites everyone to participate in this journey towards a more sustainable future.

That way Letchworth can remain a vibrant and thriving community for years to come, staying true to the garden city principles that have defined it for generations.