Council begins work to reopen Boston Manor Park island to the public
18 June 2026 · By Boroughly editorial — AI-assisted, human-reviewed.
Hounslow Council has launched formal action to remove an unauthorised encampment from Clitherow's Island, a wooded area within Boston Manor Park in Brentford, with the aim of restoring public access to the land.
The island — a peaceful spot within the park's grounds — has been inaccessible to visitors while the encampment has been in place. The council says it is following the appropriate legal process to reclaim the site and make it safe for residents to enjoy again.
Boston Manor Park is one of the larger green spaces in the Hounslow borough and draws visitors from across the area, including many from Chiswick. The park features formal gardens, a Grade I listed manor house and riverside walks along the River Brent, making Clitherow's Island a valued part of the overall offer.
The council has not yet confirmed a specific timeline for when the island will be fully reopened, but says the process is now under way. Residents are asked to continue using the main park areas in the meantime. Full council statement