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New Butterfly and Orchard Benches
Butterfly Bench The Butterfly Bench nestles in a sheltered spot just below Clapper Brow Wood above the Edison Fields Entrance; the old wooden bench had got rather worn and was collapsing, so we reluctantly took it down. Then, we had … Continue reading
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Freddie’s Bench
For many decades the spot in the Park near the Kelcliffe Lane Gate, that looks towards the summer setting sun has been a popular place for peace and contemplation. It is an historic ‘memory’ spot known by some older residents … Continue reading
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THE PARK GETS A NATTER BENCH
Parkinson’s Park too now has a ‘Natter Bench’, just inside the Farm Gate between the fir trees. The idea of a Natter Bench is for people who feel lonely and would like a chat to sit on the bench and … Continue reading
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PARKINSON’S PYTHON
Many painted stones are left around the Park for people to find and relocated; it is something children greatly enjoy. So, we were fascinated by the idea of The Tottington Snake – a community project carried out in Tottington Lancashire … Continue reading
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VALENTINES WEEK IN THE PARK – 7 – 14th FEBRUARY 2021
Two local Ladies have both come up with ideas to decorate the Park for Valentines week – we loved them both so here’s the plan. DECORATING THE FARM GATE We want to gladden everyone’s heart with a cascade of colourful … Continue reading
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Lessons in Snow
Parkinson’s Park has always been known for its sledging facilities: 2021 is no different. The gentler slopes are excellent for the little ones, and the steeper ones for the older and more advanced. An excellent classroom for a science and … Continue reading
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Orchard Wassail
Over Christmas we put wassailing (good health) wreaths, made from willow from the the Park, in the apple trees of the community orchard.Then today, Twelfth Night, the trees have been wassailed or blessed.
