The Church Gardens, and indeed St. John’s Church itself, should play an important role in the creation of an attractive new quarter for the town centre, linking Southend’s important historical urban heritage to the future. The Church Gardens are a valuable asset as a ‘green oasis’ in a heavily developed urban environment. There is potential for an improved level of public access, and more should be made of the Garden’s visual amenity as well as the architectural value of the Church.
Currently working in partnership with Groundwork South Essex .