28 years ago, Dr Sarah Ruthford was one of the small group who set up our Trust. As she steps down from the Council we say a huge Thank You for all her hard work. And we look forward to her new book “The English Grotto” published in 2027!
Shout out to young people looking to find out about great careers in the great outdoors! @TheParksTrust are offering 11-18yr olds a fantastic opportunity to meet their team, watch them work, and discover how to get involved
Our trust gets you into places no-one else can! Sat 21 July join us for a unique visit to Hedgerley’s Old Keepers Cottage. “Described by visitors as ‘a real gardener’s garden’. This stunning 1.5-acre garden of the Grade II cottage was built in 1749 in a man-made dell.
It’s the start of the winter tree planting season. National Tree Week (NTW) 2024 takes place from Nov 23-Dec 1. Currently, the UK has just 13% canopy cover – against a European average of 46%. Visit the official NTW webpage – https://t.co/AWVo9NV4zq
LAST GARDEN OPEN THIS SEASON FOR NGS IN BUCKS ……..a blaze of autumn colour
ACER CORNER,10Manor Road, WendoverHP22 6HQ
Open today and tomorrow 2-5pm.
Japanese influence with over 70 acers
https://t.co/ejOfgNYf3Z
Come and join us at BGT! Become a member and enjoy our events at discounted rates and take advantage of our special offer of membership to 1st April 2026 for the price of one year’s subscription.
It’s Autumn and that means apples! Toffee apples, apple bobbing, apple pie, custard… Get your fix of all things applely at The Waterperry Gardens’ Apple Weekend - 12-13 Oct
We are thrilled to announce the launch of our new and improved website📣
The new website has a fresh new look and enhanced functionality making it even easier to explore the beauty of Milton Keynes’ parks.
Explore the new site ➡️ https://t.co/ZfG1Mgq40N
Autumn is knocking on our doors like a Banshee! But don’t be put off - don your wellies and join us for some fabulous talks (inside!), and some guided walks (umbrellas probably obligatory
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Two wonderful events coming up you really don’t want to miss. Join us at Stowe on 23October and see the extraordinarily moving The Giants. Then on 26 October you have the rare opportunity to meet with the head gardener of Evenly Wood Gardens. A few tickets left for both…
Summer seems to have retreated, but there’s still plenty of reasons to don your boots and coats and head outdoors. @TheParksTrust have plenty on offer to brighten the chillier days ahead
Love London? As you wander it’s streets do you see intriguing buildings and wish you could take a peek inside? Sat 24-Sun 25 September events and open houses are taking place across all 33 boroughs
As we move into a new month (can it really be September already…?) we have a brand new e-bulletin for you. So much going on in the coming months, so do check it out
@TheParksTrust unveil a new artwork in Howe Park. “The Bee and the Butterfly” by local artist Melanie Mosaics, drew its inspiration from the wildlife found in MK’s local green spaces. Do flutterby and have a look
Garden ornamentation isn’t always limited to statues, urns, and sundials. This week’s blog post looks at some of the more unusual garden ornaments, including a naval vessel, a bomb, a fossilised tree, and more: https://t.co/TTsTWRFZc7.
Are you local to Whitehouse Park?
Tomorrow (Wednesday 21st August), we’re hosting a free Parkland Play event from 12 – 3pm.
Meet us at Lady Margery’s Gorse Play Area to join in the fun.
Find out more: https://t.co/q2sChbOFZC
Want to find out more about our fascinating local history? Come along us at the Buckinghamshire Local History Network conference on Saturday 5 Oct in Aylesbury