This is my last official post for Friends of Parkinson’s Park CIC, as I have decided to retire after 13 years as Vice Chair. As one of the founders of FOPP, I can say our initial objectives have been achieved; namely to save the park from dereliction, have it recognized in the Leeds Local Plan as a community green space, and to create a community hub that can be enjoyed by all local residents. The Park really came into its own during lockdown, proving the benefit of doing this.

I leave the Park in the good hands of the many people who now contribute to its upkeep in one way or another – some officially and some just quietly doing what they can.

Frank and Albert Parkinson left us a valuable legacy and we should be grateful to them for that. You can read more on the history of the Park here.