Lambeth moves forward with the Low Line strategy
Lambeth Council is moving forward with the Low Line Wayfinding Strategy, a major step in transforming the historic railway viaduct running from Nine Elms to Waterloo into a thriving corridor for culture, business and inclusive growth.
The project, co-commissioned with Wandsworth and winner of the 2024 New London Architecture Award, is backed by Section 106 funding from North Lambeth developments. This investment will deliver a series of improvements to make the Low Line safer, more accessible and more attractive for residents, visitors and businesses.
Businesses play a vital role in shaping this project. We strongly encourage business owners to share their views by completing the survey below.
Planned interventions include:
New wayfinding and signage to strengthen connections.
Lighting, greening and public art to enhance safety and identity.
Linking cultural and community assets to attract footfall.
Improved conditions for more than 300 small businesses trading in the arches.
Lambeth has appointed Brixton-based CarverHaggard to lead a multi-disciplinary team delivering the strategy. The project is being developed in collaboration with The Arch Company, local Business Improvement Districts, Network Rail and the community.
A dedicated engagement plan is underway, including a Low Line Wayfinding survey, drop-in events and a Night Walk later this month, ensuring that local voices shape the future of this strategic corridor.
Cllr Marcia Cameron, Cabinet Member for Economic Inclusion, said:
- The Low Line will strengthen the job-creating and placemaking potential of the viaduct, unlocking new opportunities for enterprise and community benefit. This is inclusive growth in action.
📖 You can read the Low Line vision in full here.