CLOSEOver Six Acres of Urban Park is Coming to Downtown Langford
Welcome to Woodlands Park—Langford’s newest urban sanctuary. Thanks to the vision of longtime residents Ralph Stoerzer and Laura Kiehl, over 6 acres in the heart of the city will soon become a passive urban park for the residents of Langford.
Already featuring towering trees, winding pathways, and beautiful botanical gardens, park transformation will begin in 2030, and will include additional trails and gardens, open green spaces, decorative fountains, landscaped ponds, picnic areas, and playgrounds. Inspired by the world’s greatest urban gardens, Woodlands Park will enrich Langford’s downtown core, provide an urban refuge, and create a barrier free legacy for generations to enjoy.
The City has created a video which articulates the background and vision of Woodlands Park told by the stewards of the land, Ralph Stoerzer and Laura Kiehl. More information will be added to this page as the project progresses.
Update – December 15, 2025
There has been some misinformation circulating regarding potential contamination at Woodlands Park which the City wishes to clarify for residents.
To ensure the safety and integrity of the site, prior to the purchase, the City commissioned a comprehensive Phase 2 Environmental Site Assessment in 2024. The results of this independent study are clear:
- Only one marginal area of concern was identified, related to a former oil tank on one of the pads.
- This area was classified as not high-risk according to provincial environmental protocols.
- The level of contamination found is below upper cap concentrations for regulatory reporting.
- No other environmental concerns were found on the property.
- The costs to remediate the area of concern is estimated to be between $6000-$12,000.
Hockley Road Partial Closure
With respect to the formal steps taken to close a portion of Hockley Road, this was an administrative action to officially close a roadway. The Transportation Master Plan has confirmed this road is not needed as part of the future road network. This step formalizes the existing situation.
The City of Langford remains dedicated to the responsible management and transformation of Woodlands Park. We look forward to creating a vibrant urban oasis for the community, and we appreciate your support and engagement throughout this process.