Sangeeta Waldron

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Sangeeta is an award-winning public relations professional. Discover more by visiting her company's website, Serendipity PR. She is also a ground-breaking author. Discover her third book, What Will Your Legacy Be: Conversations with global game changers about the climate crisis. From the rewilding initiatives at Forty Hall Estate to the innovative transformation of the Living Room Library, Sangeeta paints a vivid picture of how Enfield embraces sustainability while fostering a strong sense of community. She also highlights the crucial role of local media, the surprising biodiversity of the area, and how nature's wisdom can guide us toward a more balanced way of living. “When you do that [rewilding], the ecosystem becomes far more productive. These species know how to keep things in balance. They keep the weeds in check, they keep the pollinators alive. And you don't need all the nasty chemical fertilisers because they're doing their job—working with nature.” – Sangeeta Waldron At the heart of this is Forty Hall Estate, a magnificent 18th-century listed building surrounded by a 170-acre green oasis. Forty Hall blends architectural beauty with ecological awareness, offering visitors a glimpse into history while fostering sustainable practices like conservation grazing and wetland restoration. The Green Flag Award-winning Forty Hall Park serves as an excellent example of well-preserved green spaces that provide respite and connection with nature. Its organic farm, market garden, and rare breeds of animals make it a living landscape that bridges heritage, food production, and environmental stewardship. “It's not just a place where you go to experience nature, but the hall itself is a place where people get married, where you have events. Even the Antiques Roadshow came there during the pandemic. It's a real hub that shows how nature is part of us and we live with it.” – Sangeeta Waldron Forty Hall boasts a working vineyard, a farm committed to ecological stewardship, and rewilding projects like the reintroduction of beavers and grazing red poll cows. These efforts showcase nature's inherent ability to restore ecosystems while supporting local biodiversity. Visitors and locals alike benefit from modern innovations, such as QR codes that track grazing livestock, ensuring harmonious coexistence between nature and the community. Beyond its green credentials, Forty Hall serves as a gathering point for cultural events like music festivals, craft fairs, and storytelling sessions, fostering connections among diverse groups. “It's really ingenious…you can download a QR code to tell you where the cattle are grazing, so you can avoid them. It's just to help locals live side by side with the livestock, which are roaming freely—just as they should be.” – Sangeeta Waldron Enfield is dedicated to protecting its natural treasures. It has a Biodiversity Action Plan to keep its wildlife safe. The borough works with groups like the London Biodiversity Partnership to make sure the environment stays healthy for future generations. Enfield's natural beauty is part of its residents' lives. From waterways to community gardens, nature and people are closely linked. This connection boosts community health and pride in taking care of the environment. As Enfield grows, its focus on sustainable living and community will be key. It will help keep the borough's natural charm and identity alive.