Meet the team

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Greenwich Park Manager

What does your role involve? 

I lead the team to ensure high standards of management and maintenance and a good visitor experience for visitors.  Communicating with stakeholders - to understand their day-to-day needs is key. And importantly I will be co-ordinating the delivery of Greenwich Park Revealed, on time and on budget.

What is your background?

I joined the GPR team in April 2023.

Having started 25 years ago in the landscape sector, I have spent the last 15 years managing and improving urban parks and open spaces in Kent, Medway and for the National Trust. I’ve worked with local Friends Groups, volunteers, stakeholders, and the National Lottery Heritage Fund, to improve public parks in a way that meets the needs of the community. It’s key to operate sustainability and in a way that will conserve and protect the heritage and cultural importance of those green spaces.

I have worked across the South Downs in Sussex to bring together partnerships to include nature conservation, heritage charities and community groups. These partnerships have supported conservation of chalk grassland and health and well-being projects. Most recently I have project managed the design and planning of approximately 150 hectares of natural greenspaces including wetlands, meadows, woodlands, and scrubland across the Hoo Peninsula.

What excites you about your role?

The Future Gardener scheme that is part of the Greenwich Revealed Project is really exciting. Also, I can’t wait to get involved in the project delivery to ensure its success and secure its legacy, particularly in providing new opportunities for visitors and the local community.

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Greenwich Park Revealed Programme Manager

What does your role involve? 

I have oversight of the build, landscape and activity programmes of work and am responsible for delivering the project on time and to budget. I support and direct the team to ensure that we stay on track.

What is your background?

I have over 15 years project management experience working on cultural heritage sector projects across the UK and in the Middle East.  I have a design background and an interest in sustainability, culture, and heritage. I have spent lots of time working inside museums and so it’s a real treat to now get outside in the fresh air!

What excites you about your role?

The project will leave a legacy which will be enjoyed by international visitors and locals. Not only are we preserving historic landscapes for future generations, but we’re also providing new facilities and activities which can be enjoyed by all.  I’m looking forward to having a coffee at the new café and, seeing the new Learning Centre which will be both beautiful and sustainable, and then taking in the views of the restored Grand Ascent and Parterre Banks.

The project will leave a legacy which will be enjoyed by international visitors and locals. Not only are we preserving historic landscapes for future generations, but we’re also providing new facilities and activities which can be enjoyed by all.The project will leave a legacy which will be enjoyed by international visitors and locals. Not only are we preserving historic landscapes for future generations, but we’re also providing new facilities and activities which can be enjoyed by all.The restoration of the Grand Ascent will be challenging, it requires a careful design approach which balances preserving the past whilst securing its future. 

What do you think will be the biggest challenge?

The restoration of the Grand Ascent will be challenging, it requires a careful design approach which balances preserving the past whilst securing its future. 

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Project Support Officer

What does your role involve?

Providing project administrative and organisational support for the delivery of the Greenwich Park Revealed Project.

What is your background?

I have spent most of my career working in the NHS, most recently in mental health policy - a very different area, although evidence shows that access to high-quality green space improves health outcomes, so there is a connection there! I’ve always had a passion for the outdoors - volunteering on various habitat management and gardening projects. 

What excites you about your role?

As a local, I’ve spent a lot of time in Greenwich Park - what could be better than getting to work in one of your favourite places? I get to work with people in different roles, from landscape architects and archaeologists to volunteer coordinators and builders, and I love hearing all their different ideas! 

What do you think will be the biggest challenge?

Working in this sector is new to me, so it’s a bit like learning a whole new language- I’m really looking forward to getting stuck in!

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Community Archaeologist for the Greenwich Park Revealed project

What does your role involve?

Being the first in-house archaeologist for The Royal Parks! I will develop and deliver community archaeology activities for the Greenwich Park Revealed project, working with the public, schools, volunteers, specialists and contractors, to uncover some of the park’s archaeological secrets.

What is your background?

I’ve worked as a community archaeologist for Kent County Council for more than ten years. We’ve run a series of fun and engaging projects in Kent at country parks, on commons and across Romney Marsh with local schools and even in collaboration with Leicester University, looking for evidence of Caesar’s landing place!

What excites you about your role?

Although digs have taken place in the park before, this will be the first project to look at the archaeology as a whole. There are an amazing collection of sites present, from Roman buildings to Anglo-Saxon burials, huge 17^th landscape features, to buried World War Two archaeology. I love the breadth of archaeology present and the opportunity to explore this historic landscape further.

What do you think will be the biggest challenge?

Making the most of the three years we have to run projects. This is a unique opportunity!

Job title:

Partnership and Community Engagement Officer

What does your role involve?

I’m working with our project partners to create exciting and engaging events, learning sessions and activities for visitors to the park throughout the year. I am also supporting the project team to ensure that events taking place in the park can be made as accessible as possible for all park users, and to invite people to experience the park in new ways – hopefully even visit for the first time!

What is your background?

I have worked in the heritage and museums sector, focusing on communications and heritage advocacy. I’ve a passion for engagement and learning, starting my career as a teacher, and with experience as a learning volunteer – most recently at the Horniman Museum & Gardens (my favourite museum). I’m interested in language, interpretation, and storytelling, and recently worked on an exhibition, which explored the ‘unearthing’ of the hidden history of the St Vincent Botanical Garden in the Caribbean. I have a master’s degree in museum studies and a BA in Classics.

What excites you about your role?

It brings the opportunity to work with, and learn from, a fantastic range of people. I hope that the connections made with volunteers, partners, local groups, and visitors, will continue long after the project. I am excited about the work, to enhance the landscape and bring fantastic new facilities. It will make a real, positive difference to how people can experience the park.

What do you think will be the biggest challenge?

It will be very busy over summer, with lots of exciting events and activities. We’ll deliver the best possible activities for visitors, while keeping everything running smoothly behind the scenes!

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Technical Officer

What does your role involve?

Providing administrative and organisational support when working with landscape maintenance and facilities contractors. Supporting the delivery of the project to reveal and restore the extraordinary heritage of Greenwich Park. 

What is your background and experience?

My background is in horticulture and community engagement. Previously, I was an apprentice gardener at St James’s Park where I was able flourish - and secure the Technical Officer role at Greenwich Park.

I am the chair of my local tenant’s resident’s association and have experience in guerrilla gardening neglected areas. With funding from the Mayor’s Grow Back Greener fund and working with Lambeth and Incredible Edible Lambeth, I created a community garden to address food access, improve and increase biodiversity and build community cohesion.

What excites you about your role in delivering Greenwich Park Revealed?

Working in a park steeped in so much history, from the ancient Saxon burial sites to the incredible old trees. I’m keen to learn as much as I can to deliver the project to a high standard. This project will bring huge benefits to the park and the community and.  I’m looking forward to not only delivering this project, but exceeding expectations.

What do you think will be the biggest challenge?

I’m new to this role, however, I believe I will get the support from colleagues to help ensure I perform to the best of my ability.

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Head of Landscape

What does your role involve?

I lead the Landscape Team to design and deliver landscape projects across all the Royal Parks. I develop strategies such as our park management and operations plans, tree strategies and area masterplans and lead our horticultural apprentice scheme.

What is your background and experience?

I have spent the last five years developing this project. I’m a landscape architect and project manager with a wide-ranging career including a decade working in environmental and social justice in Latin America. I’m a chartered landscape architect, have a master’s degree in environmental management and a BA in Geography.

What excites you about your role in delivering Greenwich Park Revealed?

To welcome a new team and starting work to deliver this awesome project! This is big news in the landscape world, and I can’t wait to recreate Le Notre’s vision. Ensuring the park will be here for another 500 years, improving facilities, creating habitats, and welcoming new and diverse audiences is equally important.

What do you think will be the biggest challenge?

Developing good communication and teamwork with all the challenges the pandemic may throw at us. The scale and scope of the project is a challenge: making sure it delivers benefits for people and communities alongside the physical transformation. I hope that the huge amount we learn will be shared with colleagues and the wider landscape profession.

Job title:

Landscape Project Manager

What does your role involve?

I’m responsible for the landscape project management of the delivery of the landscape elements of Greenwich Park Revealed. This includes contract management, making sure we follow the industry regulations - called ‘CDM’, monitoring progress and ensuring the project is sustainable long-term.

What is your background and experience?

I’m a Chartered Landscape Architect having previously worked in private practice in London and Kent. I’ve extensive on-site experience, notably acting as a Landscape Supervisor during the legacy transformation of the Olympic Park.

What excites you about your role in delivering Greenwich Park Revealed?

The opportunity to be part of this amazing landscape-led project, from reinstating the Grand Ascent and re-commissioning the Victorian drinking fountains to utilising ground water to irrigate new trees. I am also very interested in addressing the emerging threats and effects of arboricultural diseases to the historic tree avenues.

What do you think will be the biggest challenge?

Greenwich Park is much-loved and well-used by the local community. Managing the landscape works to limit disruption as much as possible is a priority. I’m looking forward to talking about the project with the community, as the project progresses.

Job title:

Principal Landscape Architect

What does your role involve?

The detailed design and development for the delivery of the Greenwich Park Revealed projects. The design team is liaising with external consultants to develop and prepare industry standard ‘RIBA Stage 4 then Stage 5’ drawings and documentation to ultimately deliver on the proposed developments.

What is your background and experience?

I am a chartered member of the Landscape Institute. I have worked within local authority and private practices on public realm schemes and high-profile designated landscape projects. I am fortunate to have seen projects right through to completion incorporating attention to detail within beautiful landscape settings.

What excites you about your role in delivering Greenwich Park Revealed?

Projects like this are rare, high-profile projects that focus on put landscape design. The historical context, the sensitivity of the existing flora and fauna, make it challenging, and that excites me. These spaces are not exclusive - they are open for everyone, and this is very important to me.

What do you think will be the biggest challenge?

The greatest challenge is to deliver a sustainable landscape, while delivering on the hopes and expectations of the local community.

Job title:

Landscape Architect

What does your role involve?

I am a landscape architect within the landscape studio in Greenwich Park. I produce and deliver landscape projects for packages under the Greenwich Park Revealed. My responsibilities include ensuring that the projects will positively impact the landscape and guarantee that the park will be enjoyed by visitors for many years to come.

What is your background and experience?

I worked in a British oversea school as a graphic designer and later helped schools in China by designing teaching and learning spaces. I have designed and delivered public spaces and public parks in London. I am on my pathway to Chartership to advance my knowledge and experience in landscape architecture and studied landscape architecture at Greenwich University for BA and master’s degrees.

What excites you about your role in delivering Greenwich Park Revealed?

Being part of a passionate team... It is a great opportunity for a landscape architect to be involved in projects which combine archaeology, natural landscape, public realm, learning and community engagement.

What do you think will be the biggest challenge?

Creating high-quality landscapes that respect the heritage, local communities, and biodiversity, ensuring the park will be loved for many years, positively impacting nature and people’s lives.

Job title:

Volunteer Officer

What does your role involve?

I’ll be working to expand the fantastic Volunteer Ranger Service that was recently introduced at Greenwich Park.

What is your background and experience?

My background is in nature conservation, volunteer management, and environmental education. Most recently, I worked as a Conservation Ranger in east London; leading local volunteers in conservation activities, conducting wildlife surveys, developing, and running school sessions, and hosting nature-inspired walks, talks, training, and community events.

What excites you about your role in delivering Greenwich Park Revealed?

Learning about the park’s rich social and natural history, and then discovering the best ways these can be stories shared with the public.

What do you enjoy about supporting volunteers?

Meeting like-minded individuals who are kind enough to offer their time and expertise to promote the green spaces they love. Encouraging and fostering that enthusiasm to engage and inspire the community with the fantastic heritage and wildlife on their doorstep!

What do you think will be the biggest challenge?

Establishing a committed Volunteer Ranger Service that will deliver positive outcomes for Greenwich Park, its visitors, the local community, and wildlife.

Job title:

Landscape CAD Technician

What does your role involve?

As Landscape CAD Technician I am tasked with delivering clear and concise drawings for the Greenwich Parks Revealed team and The Royal Parks.

What is your background and experience?

I have worked extensively within the Landscape Architecture discipline for many years providing CAD support and training for both small and larger sized practices.

What excites you about your role in delivering Greenwich Park Revealed?

It’s great to be a member of a team that is dedicated in delivering a project that will benefit so many people in the local community.

What do you think will be the biggest challenge?

Getting to know all the various projects within Greenwich Park and to provide drawings that will enable these to be completed efficiently whilst assisting other team members with advice to achieve this.