Landscape & Ecology
Where Green Space Grows Connections
The landscape and public open space strategy for Levante Gate is a key part of how the Site is being planned. A connected network of green spaces is proposed to shape the masterplan, ensuring that landscape, ecology and movement are considered from the outset rather than added later. Existing features such as hedgerows, trees, changes in landform and Public Rights of Way are retained where possible and reinforced through new planting and open space.
A series of green corridors run across the Site, following existing field patterns and helping to structure development in an east-west direction. These corridors provide continuous habitat connections, support biodiversity enhancement and form part of an integrated sustainable drainage network. They are also designed to function as attractive, traffic-free routes for walking and cycling, linking different parts of the neighbourhood.
Larger areas of public open space are provided to support informal recreation, natural play and habitat creation, while smaller green spaces are distributed throughout the Site to ensure access to nature is part of everyday life. Sustainable drainage features are integrated into these spaces, using the natural fall of the land to manage surface water in a visible and functional way.
The existing public bridleway through the Site is retained and enhanced, with new paths connecting homes to open spaces, the proposed primary school, local centre and wider countryside. Overall, the landscape strategy aims to create a practical, multifunctional network of spaces that support ecology, movement and wellbeing, and help define the character of Levante Gate in line with the Milton Keynes Strategy for 2050.
Landscape & Ecology Plan
