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Hazard – fallen tree branch through wood

Please be aware that the unseasonal and inclement weather has brought down a branch from one of the Oak trees that lines the path that run up through the wooded area. Please take great care if using that part of … Continue reading

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RAUCOUS,SHAMELESS, NOISY – THE DAWN CHORUS !

This morning, in the early hours that coincided with sunrise, a group of us ventured out onto the Park to experience one of nature’s true splendours, the famous “Springtime Dawn Chorus”. Binoculars at the ready Bleary eyed and fuelled with … Continue reading

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Welcome to Parkinson’s Park

Parkinson’s Park sits on the hillside behind the old Crompton Parkinson site on Netherfield Road: access is via entrances on Kelcliffe Lane, Greenshaw Terrace, Parkinson Way, Nethercliffe Crescent and Hillside Avenue.  This historic area was given to the people of … Continue reading

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Annual Children’s Gala

On Sunday September 4th, FOPP held its Annual Children’s Gala, with the topical theme of Parkinson’s Park goes to Rio! The weather seemed to match our theme, but overall a great day was had by all with mini-Olympics, Community Games … Continue reading

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Bog Garden for the Park

On the 30th August the installation of the Bog Garden took place. It was a warm sunny day and we were very fortunate to have the input from a group called Open Country who drew up the plan and the … Continue reading

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Parkinson’s Park Children’s Gala Goes To Rio

Save the date! Sunday 4th September is this year’s Guiseley Children’s Gala at Parkinson’s Park. A day of celebration bringing the children and people of Guiseley together, for fun, games, ice creams, cakes and a brass band. Fancy dress is encouraged with prizes. … Continue reading

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Hillside Road Entrance Spruced Up

It’s amazing how much you can do with a few willing volunteers and a short space of time. A merry band of people including Chris Parapia, Barbara Winfield, Josie Brooks, Martyn Hornsby-Smith, Horace Price and Nicola Denson, met Thursday (30th … Continue reading

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Wild flower planting – Thursday 30th June, 10:00 to 13:00

The Friends of Parkinson’s Park have acquired some Wild Flowers. There will be a small working party gathering on Thursday 30th June between 10:00 and 13:00 to plant them out. The area chosen is the steps at the top of … Continue reading

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Friends of Parkinson’s Park, AGM Meeting Minutes – 4th May 2016

On the 4th May 2016, Friends of Parkinson’s Park held it’s Annual General Meeting. Please find here the minutes of that meeting. FOPPAGM4thMay2016

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Dates for the Diary

There are a number of meetings and events on the horizon for your diaries and if you are able to wander along and help out everyone is always very welcome indeed. Thursday 21st May, Gala Meeting – there will be … Continue reading

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