Friends of
Castle Park

Throughout the year we have a number of talks on the history, flora and fauna of the park. Recent events have included Nick Butterworth of 'Percy the Park Keeper' fame reading from his latest children's book, and a now annual Gardener's Question time where members can meet the Park Gardeners and learn more of their work and plans. We have had guided walks, the latest following our website Tree Trail, to learn and appreciate more, with expert dendrologist, Christopher Howard. A regular programme feature are seasonal walks around the Park to see the latest work being done by the gardeners and rangers and to enjoy the particular beauty of the park around the year. For details of our current programme see our Newsletter section.

FoCP have a number of ways in which you can contribute to maintaining the park as the lovely place it is. Dead-heading, gardening and litter picking groups meet regularly during the summer. The Food and Drink Festival and Christmas Wreath sale are annual events that rely on the support of members to be successful.

Volunteering is an opportunity to enjoy the park, working in company with other members to do something useful, and to have the satisfaction of seeing that your efforts have been worthwhile.  Come and join us. Go to What's On or our Newsletter to find out when and where.

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We have been successful in applying on behalf of the Borough Council for grants for cleaning the War Memorial. With the assistance of the CBC obtained an £8000 grant from Essex County Council towards the upgrade of the Helter Skelter and moving it to its new position.