About the CEPC
The CEPC is responsible for the management of designated roadways, footways and garden enclosures in and around Regent’s Park and gardens at Carlton House Terrace, St James’s.
Although our name is similar to The Crown Estate, the Commission is separate. Both organisations were created under distinct Acts of Parliament. The Commission is wholly self-financed through rates levied on the properties within our jurisdiction and other charges for operating on the areas we manage.
Our Role
Our remit covers services such as:
- Roadway and footway upkeep
- Private garden enclosure maintenance
- Parking regulations and licensing of third parties operating on our estate
We focus solely on the areas within our statutory boundaries and do not cover wider local authority matters.
Our Team
The Commission employs around 25 staff led by the Director, Nick Packard MRICS, who is the Clerk & Treasurer to the Commissioners. He is supported by a senior management team and relevant consultants:
- Martyn Floodgate, Head of Traffic and Security
- Matt Higham MCIHort, Head of Landscape
- Flora Lickiss MRICS, Consultant Surveyor
The team implements the Commission’s aims to contribute significantly to preserving the internationally significant heritage environment of the estate in Regent’s Park, at Carlton House Terrace and to these areas remaining desirable, high-quality and safe environments for occupiers.
Our Strategy
The Commission meet every two years to set the strategic priorities. The last meeting was held in December 2025 and the following was identified as the Commission’s Strategic Priorities:
Long-term strategy of the Commission
The Commission’s long-term strategy is to fulfil its statutory duties in relation to the management and maintenance of the terrace roadways and ornamental gardens in an effective and cost efficient manner. This contributes to stewardship of the internationally significant heritage environment in Regent’s Park, at Carlton House Terrace and these areas remaining desirable, high-quality and safe environments for occupiers.
Strategic priorities for 2026 to 2031
- Identify and efficiently deliver major projects to provide high-quality amenities consistent with retaining the internationally significant heritage environment for occupiers.
- Monitor and improve pedestrian safety on the Outer Circle, in conjunction with The Royal Parks.
- Assess and, where appropriate, implement digital transformation and future ways of working to improve efficiency and communication with stakeholders.
- Implement and review measures to mitigate the impact of climate change.
- Diversify and increase external sources of funding to reduce the financial burden on ratepayers.
Short-term strategic priority for 2026
- Successfully manage the Commission’s responsibilities relevant to the Quinquennial painting across the Regent’s Park estate in 2026.