Lots going on this month – hedge laying, bracken rolling and the creation of a new path, plus repairs to Park gates and other essential maintenance
Posters shortlist announced
We’ve had over 100 entries to our Posters in the Park competition. See the shortlist for the 9-13 age group and read about the latest developments
Winter tree detectives alert!
Horrible weather has meant the postponement of our Discoverers family event. It’ll be rescheduled – watch this site for the new date
January Park diaries
The Park is wet and muddy thanks to months of wet weather – which is not necessarily a problem for wildlife, although two trees were lost in December
Friends now on Wikipedia
Thanks to one of our volunteers, Richmond Park’s Wikipedia page now contains lots of interesting new info about the Park and the Friends
December Park diaries
Interesting things to look out for in the Park this month – evidence of woodpecker activity, mistletoe and Britain’s smallest bird, the goldcrest
Golf Course events restricted
Restrictions are agreed on events at the new Golf Course clubhouse after the Friends object to the licence
November Park diaries
Rhododendron clearing and native tree planting create a varied habitat for wildlife, as well as helping to meet the challenges of climate change
Friends’ books special offer
Specially for Christmas, new lower prices on our Guide and Family Trails books. Plus gift membership, Friends’ Christmas cards and our 2013 calendar
October Park diaries
Interesting acorns and deer advice for walkers, plus a brilliant new way for Friends of Richmond Park to explore the Park – on a shire horse dray!