*Artist Impression - West Lookout
Our Vision
Announced in late 2022, the East Havering Data Centre Campus and Ecology Park project will provide local employment opportunities and skills training, create a new public green space, and deliver digital infrastructure to support both the local community and the wider UK economy.
The project, being brought forward by Digital Reef in collaboration with Havering Council, is set to become a leading centre for skills development in the science, technology, sustainability, and data economy sectors.
The scheme will also increase access to green spaces for all, with over 50% of the site dedicated to an extensive and fully accessible 113-hectare Ecology Park – equivalent to more than 174 football pitches. We aim to deliver this together with the community, using local insights to inform the final designs, including new footpath and cycling routes to enhance accessibility.
Take a closer look at how the proposal will blend seamlessly into the natural landscape.
The plans for the Campus have advanced significantly and the team appreciate all input on the scheme, to help advance plans and ensure that benefits are felt locally. The scheme is currently subject to the Local Development Order (LDO) process. This is led by the Local Planning Authority (LPA) and more information about this process can be found here. The LPA have commissioned the Environmental Impact Report regarding the scheme, using an independent third party which will address potential environmental considerations. Once this is complete, the proposals will be presented to Members of the Strategic Planning Committee and if they feel that the proposal has merit, the scheme will be formally consulted by the LPA later this year.
For those who could not make the sessions, please do get in touch via the form at the bottom of the page, or you can view the webinar slides here.