Nice to have Tolmers recognised as a pioneer in urban greening. Here are some photos of exhibits relating to Tolmers Village in the 1970s from a marvellous exhibition at the British Library in London, Unearthed: the power of gardening.

In an accompanying book, curator Valentina Mirabella writes: ’The occupation of Tolmers Square in London in the 1970s was a pivotal moment in the history of urban resistance, demonstrating the potential of communal gardens to serve as symbols of social conscience and community resilience.…The legacy of Tolmers Square serves as a reminder of the power of community action and the importance of green spaces in urban environments (Gardens of the future: unique visions for a changing world, British Library, 2025, pp140-41).

At the time we thought we were doing something important but its good to have confirmation by an expert from a younger generation half a century later.

See www.tolmers.net for more on Tolmers Village in the 1970s.