Current Project
From long-term community planning to local initiatives, our projects help shape Barnes. If you’re interested in getting involved in any of our projects, email emma@barnes-ca.org.
Barnes Ponder & Barnes Ponder 2
The Barnes Ponder was a community-led visioning exercise launched in 2013. At this event residents came together to ‘ponder’ a vision for the future of Barnes and volunteered their time to help make this vision happen.
A decade later in 2023, the BCA delivered the second, Barnes Ponder 2, where the vision from 2013 was refreshed, encompassing new ideas and new projects, and new teams of resident volunteers came together to take them forward.
Barnes Ponder 2 Projects
Maximising our green spaces to support environmental needs. Supporting sustainability.
One Barnes
Bringing our community together so that residents feel well connected and well informed.
Improving Barnes’ public spaces to maximise space and enhance our village feel.
Placemaking Barnes
Other Current Projects
Connect More
Free, friendly classes helping people use mobile devices with confidence.
Barnes Christmas Lights
A community campaign bringing tree lights to Barnes throughout the Christmas season.
Past Projects
50 Faces of Barnes Awards
Celebrating those who have volunteered their time to make a lasting impact on the community.
Green Barnes
Supporting how we get around Barnes - by foot, bus, bike and other services.
Good Garden Awards
Celebrating local front gardens that bring colour, fragrance and beauty to Barnes.
Le Pecq - Twin Town
Our twin town Le Pecq (2020-2024) and Barnes’ wider European connections.
Travel Barnes
Helping Barnes’ shopping parades thrive through strong local businesses, safe streets, and events.
The View at Barnes Bridge
An ambitious garden space spanning the river between Barnes and Chiswick.
Suffolk Road Recreation Ground
A Ponder Project that updated Suffolk Road with a new playground, dog-free area and planting.