If you live in the area, you may know Greenland Dock. It’s a beautiful expanse of open water and one of the things I love most about the area. It’s also, potentially, under threat.

There’s a planning proposal to host 350 boats in the dock during the 2012 Olympics. Local residents are concerned that, if this goes ahead, it could be the precursor to a permanent development.

Personally, I think it would be a great loss if the dock was developed in this way. Walking by the dock and gazing out across the peaceful water in the evening is something I really enjoy and find surprisingly relaxing.

Concerned locals are urging anyone who enjoys the dock in its current form to write to the council’s planning department to voice your objections to the plans. They’ve set up a website where you can find out lots more about the proposal, the local concerns about it, and how to voice your objections. Visit it here.

I’ve found a house! Yay! The new housemates seem very nice. And it’s nearer Canada Water tube station than my current place which means I’ll be onto the Jubilee line and/or the rail replacement buses in double quick time in future. Result!

photo credit: gurms

The time has come. I am officially looking for a new place to live in the Surrey Quays / Canada Water area. If you know of a room available in a shared house, ideally near Canada Water tube station, for up to £500/month including bills, please let me know.

photo credit: ashkyd