Planning approval has been granted for HTA Design’s £17.75 million restoration of Crystal Palace Park, aimed at restoring the historic Victorian park’s original features, including the Grade-I listed dinosaurs and Italian Terraces.

The scheme received unanimous approval from Bromley’s Development Control Committee, along with listed building consent for the tidal lakes, dinosaurs, Italian Terraces, and the Paxton Bust. These approvals will enable work to commence on site in 2025.

The restoration will be complemented by the construction of a new information centre and maintenance facility, a new feature entrance at Penge Gate, and improved lighting, wayfinding, and accessibility around the Tidal Lakes and Italian Terraces. A new dinosaur and geologically themed play area will also be created.

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