Friends of BPP

The official Twitter account for the Friends of Beckenham Place Park, formed 1992.

[Friends of BPP @BPPFriends]

Join us on a guided bird walk this morning in the park. Meet at the Mansion steps at 9.30. All welcome.

[Friends of BPP @BPPFriends]

Local artist Aisha will be exhibiting at the Mansion between 4 and 7 this evening. Opportunity to buy some beautiful artworks or commission a pet portrait.

[Friends of BPP @BPPFriends]

Today's relaunch day for Beckenham Place Park. Festivities start at midday by which time the sun should be out! Please don't drive if you plan to go as there's no parking on site today and little available in nearby roads.

[Friends of BPP @BPPFriends]

Join the Friends on The Cator Trail tomorrow afternoon, starting at 2pm from the Mansion. We'll walk through the park to St. George's Churchyard to see the Cator tomb & also a tour inside the church. Then onto Kelsey Park if you have the stamina!

[Friends of BPP @BPPFriends]

The Friends are leading a walk in BPP on Friday. Meet at 7pm at the Mansion steps. It's a lovely time of day to visit the park, although it must be said that the weather forecast isn't the best! Umbrellas at the ready we can have a look at the lake and progress at the Homesteads.

[Beckenham Place Park @BeckenhamPark]

The only swimming going on in the lake today, a delightful duck family - Mum and eleven ducklings. The water level has been slowly rising over the last few days, courtesy of the aquifer borehole; a bit to go yet before it's ready for the rest of us.

[Friends of BPP @BPPFriends]

If you fancy a stroll in the park today, the history walk led by the Friends is meeting at the mansion steps at 2pm. All are welcome to this free event.

[Friends of BPP @BPPFriends]

Ever wanted to learn more about the history of Beckenham Place Park? The Friends will be organising a history-themed walk around the park this Sunday. Meet at the mansion steps at 2pm. All are welcome and there's no charge or need to book.

[Friends of BPP @BPPFriends]

The weather is looking good for tomorrow so come for a walk around the woodland of Downham. Meet at the bus stop outside the lodge gates by Beckenham Hill Station, on Beckenham Hill Road at 10.30am. Beryl will lead us to the woodland where we will be guided around by Janet.

[Friends of BPP @BPPFriends]

The weather is looking god for tomorrow so come for a walk around the woodland of Downham. Meet at the but stop outside the lodge gates by Beckenham Hill Station, on Beckenham Hill Road at 10.30am. Beryl will lead us to the woodland where we will be guided around by Janet.

[Friends of BPP @BPPFriends]

The Friends will be leading a winter stroll around Beckenham Place Park tomorrow. Open to all and free. Meet at 11am at the Mansion steps. The weather should be sunny! Will walk on paths but as park is very muddy, wear sturdy shoes.

[Friends of BPP @BPPFriends]

@MmeHilaire Been a lot of noise with earthmoving equipment and clearing scrub so perhaps it has put them off.

[Friends of BPP @BPPFriends]

If you are visiting the park on Sunday, please call into the Visitor Centre and say hello. We are open from 12 until 3.30. Plenty of history, both natural and heritage and lots to keep the kids interested.

[Friends of BPP @BPPFriends]

The Bromley branch of the RSPB is hosting a free guided walk in Beckenham Place Park tomorrow morning. Good opportunity to see some winter visitors like redwing and fieldfare. Meet at the Mansion steps at 9.30am. All welcome including well behaved dogs. Wrap up warm!

[Friends of BPP @BPPFriends]

Join a brilliant guided walk in the park tomorrow, learning more about the bird life in BPP. Led by our resident bird expert, the walk starts at 9.30 from the front of the mansion. Free of charge and suitable for children. Look forward to seeing you. The weather forecast is OK!

[Friends of BPP @BPPFriends]

@PhonicsStars Of course children are welcome. We have a programme of walks planned, so perhaps you can come on another one in the future. Hope you feel better soon.

[Friends of BPP @BPPFriends]

Join us on a fungi walk with Dr. Mark Spencer tomorrow in the park. Meet at the front of the Mansion at 1.30. Brollies may be required, looking at the forecast! This is not a foraging expedition but to learn more about all the fungi in the park. The walk is free and open to all.

[Elaine Storey @ShortlandsPR]

It's Open House at the Mansion in Beckenham Place Park today. Find out more about the Homestead restoration and digging the lake. Plus a chance to explore the house itself.

[Friends of BPP @BPPFriends]

It's an Open House Day at the Park on Sunday. A chance to take a look around the Mansion with guided tours of the Homestead renovations and the work on the Lake.

[Friends of BPP @BPPFriends]

It's going to be a lovely evening for the Moths and Bats Walk this evening. Bat detectors provided but bring torches. This event is free of charge. Meet at 8.45pm at the Crab Hill entrance opposite Ravensbourne Station.