Planning forms an important part of the work of Ruislip Residents’ Association. Only by monitoring the planning applications that are submitted to Hillingdon Council can we maintain the quality of our built environment, and ensure that quality housing is being built for our residents, both existing and newcomers.
On this page you will find articles on particular major applications, and more general planning updates.*
Next: Q4 – Transport modes -> The site is within the Ruislip Village Conservation Area where developments are expected to preserve or enhance the character or appearance of the area, exploit opportunities to restore any lost features and resist the loss of buildings. The street scene is predominantly residential characterised with mature garden hedges and […]
Next: Q3 – Conservation / design of the building -> The Cultural and Heritage Assessment in your application states, “The proposals do indicate the desire to retain the monument, moving it to a memorial garden in the S of the site. However, much of the significance of the memorial is derived from its location next […]
Next: Q2 – Heritage -> The Orchard site is neither part of an out of town commercial area, nor near the centre of the transport hub of Ruislip. It is within a residential area and seems smaller than other nearby stores – with no flexibility for expansion in the future. What was Lidl’s criteria in […]
We arranged a special meeting to discuss Lidl’s plans for building a new supermarket on the site of The Orchard hotel and restaurant in detail. Lidl’s planners and specialists agreed to join us, and they gave an overview presentation on their plans, before answering residents’ questions. We collected dozens of questions from residents, and combined […]
Lidl have applied to build a new supermarket on the site of The Orchard hotel and restaurant. This application follows their public exhibition in November last year and, according to their application dated December 2024, they had previously sought advice from Hillingdon in July 2024. We have arranged a meeting with Lidl and their specialists, […]
For over 100 years, the Ruislip Residents' Association has sought to protect and represent the interests of local residents. No issue is too big or too small, whether raised by a group or an individual. It also advises members on how they may progress their concerns independently if they prefer.
Patricia Wardle
Honorary Secretary
Ruislip Residents’ Association
231 Rye House
161 High Street
Ruislip
Middlesex HA4 8JY
Historically, Ruislip is in the hundred of Elthorne, in the county of Middlesex, but for modern administrative purposes it is part of the London Borough of Hillingdon. Answers to many questions about services in and around Ruislip can be found on Hillingdon’s website:
Areas surrounding Ruislip are covered by other Residents’ Associations, so here are links to them:
