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Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA)

A Tapestry of Leisure Spaces in your Neighbourhood

Discover new recreation spaces coming to the East Region, from enhanced waterways and parks to cultural gems and reimagined spaces like Bedok Stadium and the former Paya Lebar Airbase.

Last updated 23 June 2026

Discover Recreation Gems in the North-East

Click each photo to find out more about the various recreational places coming your way in the North-East!

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[LIFESTYLE CHOICES WITHIN EASY REACH] Positioned as the next generation smart and integrated district, the PDD brings together the Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT)’s campus and JTC’s Business Park spaces. Residents can look forward to the 800m long tree-lined thoroughfare at Campus Boulevard, and the Nexus: a sheltered community plaza connected to the new Punggol Coast MRT. The Market Village will provide a variety of leisure and dining options with views of the coast. The development will be completed in phases and the community can look forward to some of its offerings from the second half of 2024.

Join us in re-imagining these places

Discover the Charm of Ubin

Map of Pulau Ubin, Pulau Ketam, and Pulau Sekudu islands showing points of interest, trails, and camping areas.

Pulau Ubin is a charming island where visitors can experience the natural beauty, tranquil setting and rustic kampung life of the yesteryear. Step back into history as you explore the different types of kampung houses unique to the Malay and migrant Chinese communities that once inhabited the island. For the nature enthusiast, the island is home to many native plants and wildlife, such as the Greater Mousedeer and the Barred Eagle Owl. Adventurers can cruise the Ketam Mountain Bike Park or paddle along the coasts and explore the ecologically rich mangroves.

A Day Trip to Ubin for the Nature Lover

A wooden pier extends into the ocean on a clear day. Two people are on the pier. Trees line the shore.

Photo Credit: Young Nautilus

Venture to the easternmost part of the island, and you will reach Chek Jawa Wetlands – one of the richest ecosystems in Singapore. Continue your walk along the boardwalk trail to get up-close with nature. 

Discovering Ubin as a Cultural Enthusiast

Outdoor activity center. People with bikes, kayaks and a small open-air shop area with red lanterns. Trees and water are visible.

Before setting off on your adventure, take some time to stroll around the main village. Visit the Wayang Stage, Ah Ma Drink Stall, Teck Seng’s Place, House No.22E and Chek Jawa Visitor Centre to learn more about the history of Pulau Ubin and Chek Jawa!

Conserving Ubin's Built Heritage

A tour guide showing a group a traditional Chinese building with red lanterns and calligraphy.

Photo Credit: National Parks Board

The kampung houses on Ubin are valuable cultural assets and form a significant part of Ubin’s rich cultural heritage. As part of a broader effort to preserve this heritage, the Ministry of National Development (MND) and NParks are planning to roll out a Kampung House Restoration Programme. For a start, five vacant kampung houses will be restored and adaptively reused for community or commercial uses. Restoration works will be guided by the Guidelines for Kampung Houses at Pulau Ubin [PDF, 1.49 MB] to ensure that the restored houses retain their original character.

Outdoor Adventures: Nature Playgrounds in our very own Backyard

North-East Waterways

Northern Coast Waterways

Map of Singapore's northern coast with numbered locations: SAF Yacht Club, Sembawang Shipyard, Sembawang Park Jetty, PAssion Wave, Punggol Jetty, Coney Island Park, Pulau Ubin.

Along the northern waterways, you can enjoy water activities such as kayaking, boating, fishing and wakeboarding. 

North-East Waterways

Map of Punggol, Singapore showing Punggol Waterway, Sungei Punggol, and Sungei Serangoon.

The promenades along our waterways at Serangoon Reservoir, Punggol Reservoir and My Waterway @ Punggol are popular with cyclists and other recreational users. There is potential to further enhance our waterways into active spaces for water activities and connect them to our recreational nodes such as the Punggol Regional Sports Centre, SAFRA Punggol and Anchorvale Community Club. 

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Punggol Waterway. Photo Credit: Public Utilities Board

Park at Sengkang West

Map showing Sengkang West Industrial Estate area with a proposed park highlighted in green. Key roads and reservoirs labeled.

The proposed park at Sengkang West Industrial Estate aims to provide a green respite amidst the urban landscape, and an opportunity to inject more greenery and recreation for both residents and workers in Sengkang. The park will feature lush landscaping to strengthen the ecological connectivity in Northeastern Singapore.

Creating a vibrant community node at Yio Chu Kang MRT

Agencies are currently studying possible plans to rejuvenate the area around Yio Chu Kang MRT, including the possibility of redeveloping Yio Chu Kang Sport Centre. There are opportunities to reimagine the facilities with residents and transform the area into a destination that fulfils sporting, wellness and healthcare needs.

Illustration of Yio Chu Kang area with proposed North-South Corridor, community facilities, and transit.

To support better active living and ageing in place, sports, health and medical services could be brought closer to communities in and around the Yio Chu Kang area. 

There are plans to introduce possible dining and retail options here. The area can be seamlessly connected to the North-South Corridor and the larger commuting and recreational cycling routes within the North-East Region.  

North-South Corridor - Redefining Journeys for Tomorrow

City park with bus lanes, playground, vendors, and pedestrian paths, shown above a highway tunnel.

Photo Credit: Land Transport Authority. More spaces on the surface for walking, cycling and buse

The North South Corridor (NSC) is a multi-modal transportation corridor with an underground expressway and an at-grade road that will be repurposed to prioritise walking, cycling, public transport and the creation of more public spaces. At 21.5 km long, the NSC will connect Ang Mo Kio residents to the north and the city. With more space reclaimed for pedestrians, residents can look forward to more opportunities for recreation and social activities.