Posted by rylands on October 31st, 2012 in Recent Events
Latest News: Quiz Night & Hotpot Supper- Nov 9th, 7.30pm
The Quiz night and Hotpot Supper (including vegetarian option) commences at 7.30pm 9th November at the Longfords Suite (adjacent to the Longford Park Athletics stadium). The address is Ryebank Road, Chorlton Cum Hardy, MANCHESTER, M21 9TA.
Tickets £6 in advance or £7 on the door.
Advance tickets from Sonia 864 2414
All proceeds raised will go towards hosting community events and making improvements to Longford Park
Posted by rylands on October 1st, 2012 in Recent Events
As part of monthly centenary celebration events the Friends of Longford Park group is holding a 60s night of soul and Motown featuring the band Black and Gold on October 12 at the Longfords, Trafford Athletics Stadium, Rye Bank Road. Doors open 7.30pm.
Black and Gold are a 12-piece Lancashire band covering music from Dusty Springfield and Wilson Pickett to Sam Sparrow and Bill Withers. Tickets are £8 and available in advance, call Sonia 864 2414
Posted by rylands on August 4th, 2012 in Recent Events
This Sunday, 12th August, between 2-4pm there will be a free brass band concert at Longford Park.
Stretford Brass Band will be performing at the Rose Garden and refreshments will be available.
Bring a picnic and hope for sunshine!
Posted by rylands on April 20th, 2012 in Recent Events
After a 10 year absence the Greater Manchester Marathon in Trafford brings the ultimate running challenge back to Manchester. On the 29th April 2012 thousands of runners will take to the streets to achieve their personal dream.
The 26 mile 385 yard course will take in some key landmarks and beautiful countryside around the borough of Trafford.The course is one of the flattest in the world, so is great for anyone looking to do their first marathon, or for those looking to set a new personal best time.
The start and finish of the Greater Manchester Marathon will be at Longford Park and over 8000 people are expected to compete ( Directions to Longford Park). The race commences at 9am.
Longford Park - Race start and first mile including Lancashire Cricket Club and MUFC’s Old Trafford stadia.
Media City UK - Miles 2 - Imperial War Museum, New Coronation St set (still to be built)
Stretford - Miles 4 - 5 Kingsway, Chester Road
Sale - Miles 6.3 Sale Town Centre
Brooklands - mile 8
Altrincham - mile 11 - 12 Altrincham Town centre
Dunham Massey - mile 15
Partington Sports Village - mile 19
Carrington- mile 21
Urmston- mile 23
Stretford - mile 25 - 26 final stretch along Kingsway, Edge Lane and Longford Park finish
If you would like to know more than visit http://www.greatermanchestermarathon.com
Posted by rylands on February 22nd, 2012 in Recent Events
Posted by rylands on February 6th, 2012 in Recent Events
Manchester and District Beekeepers’ Association members and local Beekeeper Dave Rome will be attending to talk about the practicality and benefits of keeping bees in an urban environment.
The Community Centre is located at the Firswood Quadrant Entrance to the Park behind the Beacon Centre (formerly Greatstone Library).
Come along if you are interested in finding out more about this fascinating subject or if you would like to share your experience of keeping bees. Refreshments and locally produced honey will be able to taste.
For further information see the Friends of Longford Park website folp.org.uk or telephone Jean on 865 6030.
Posted by rylands on January 1st, 2012 in Recent Events
Talk on Fletcher Moss Gardens Its History & Plants By John Steedman 24th February at 7.30pm
The venue is the Council Chambers at Sale Waterside Arts Centre
Tickets £8/Concessions £6 From Box Office Sale Waterside Arts Centre Tel: 0161 912 5616
Posted by rylands on December 31st, 2011 in Recent Events
“Wine Tasting Evening in Longford Park” accompanied by a selection of fine cheeses and its run in association with Majestic Wines. The start time is 7.45pm and tickets are £12 available from Chorlton Bookshop, Bob (286 6979) or Sonia - 864 2414).
Posted by rylands on June 29th, 2011 in Recent Events
The Friends of Longford Park 2011 AGM will be held at 7-00 pm on Thursday 21st July in the Longfords Suite at Longford Park Stadium. The evening will begin with an illustrated talk on the Plant Life and Biodiversity of Chorlton Meadows/The Mersey Valley given by Mr Dave Bishop, the Chair of Friends of Chorlton Meadows.
Following refreshments, the meeting proper will commence at approximately 8-15 pm. There will a report on the Group activities over the past 12 months and the usual election of Officers and Committee. There will also be an update from Trafford Borough Council on matters appertaining to the Park
The Friends of Longford Park(FOLP) are in need of new Committee members - and particularly a person to fill the position of Secretary which will be vacated on the night.
Please do come along and join in - Your Park needs you!!
Posted by rylands on June 1st, 2011 in Recent Events, Stretford Pageant/Carnival
The 2011 Longford Park Fair commences on Thursday 23rd June and continues until Monday the 27th of June.
Morleys Fun Fair is situated on the Firswood end of Longford Park near the Rye bank road field and will be part of the festivities lined up for the 2011 Stretford Pageant this weekend.
Stretford Carnival and Fair has the following opening times:
Thursday 6pm-9.30pm
Friday 6pm-9.30pm
Saturday 1pm-9.30pm
Sunday 1pm-9.30pm
Monday 6pm-9.30pm
Find out more about Stretford Pageant
Posted by rylands on May 21st, 2011 in Recent Events
The Climbing Boulder Launch Event will be performed by the Worshipful Mayor of Trafford, Councillor Mrs Jane Baugh.
The Climbing Boulder is located in the older children’s playarea in the north of the park, near the Firswood community centre.
Activities will include:
- Climbing Demonstration and supervision by Trafford Youth Department Outdoor Pursuits Team
- Circus Skills by the Company of Fools
- Interaction from the Gorse Hill Youth team
- Stretford Brass Band Recital
- Trafford Wheelers Demonstration
If anyone is available to help the Friends of Longford Park with the setting up of Tables, Chairs, Gazebo etc then please come along at 12.15pm.
More about the Climbing Boulder:-
A successful application for a Groundwork Community Spaces grant has funded an excellent climbing boulder next to the older children’s play area. The climbing boulder was constructed by climbing wall specialist Bendcrete and extends to approx 3.5m in height whilst the fall area is finished with a safety surface. The boulder provides many challenges for both the expert and more junior climber and is a very welcome addition to Longford park.
Thanks to the team at Groundwork Community Spaces, Bendcrete, Bob from the Friends of Longford Park and all the staff from Trafford Council that helped make this happen.
Official Opening
Trafford Mayor
Climbing Skills
Climbing Boulder
Circus Skills
Stretford Brass Band
Trafford Wheelers
Zip Wire
Posted by rylands on May 16th, 2011 in Recent Events
This year we will be offering the usual plants and delicious refreshments in our pavilion but will also have a book stall and a ‘car boot’ sale for those who are not into growing!
Posted by rylands on May 13th, 2011 in Recent Events
Posted by rylands on February 10th, 2011 in Recent Events
The Friends of Chorlton Meadows have announced the following events for Spring/Summer 2011
Wild Flower and Fern Walk* led by Dave Bishop
Sunday 8th May 2011 10:30 am
Meet at Jackson’s Boat Bridge
Story Telling and Wildlife Walk* led by Ingrid Burney & Dave Bishop
Sunday 22nd May 2011
To be announced
Meeting PlaceTo be announced
An Introduction to Bees led by Carl Ashcroft (local beekeeper)
Sunday 12th June 2011
10.30am
Chorlton Ees car park (end of cobbled road off Brookburn Road)
Insect Life of the Meadows led by Richard Gardner & Julian Robinson
Sunday 3rd July 2011
10:30 am
Jackson’s Boat Bridge
* We may be walking a bit further than normal for this event (Approx. from Jackson’s Boat Bridge to Chorlton Water Park and back) so you should be prepared for this.
Important:
Car parking at Jackson’s Boat is for pub customers only, so, if arriving by car, please park at Mersey Valley Visitors’ Centre car park and walk down Rifle Road to the meeting point. For all events you may like to bring a packed lunch. You will also need to wear suitable footwear (boots or stout shoes) and dress for the weather.
Contact Mersey Valley Countryside Warden Service:
Website: www.merseyvalley.org.uk
Email: info@merseyvalley.org.uk
Chorlton Water Park: tel. 0161 881 5639
Sale Visitors’ Centre: tel. 0161 905 1100
Visit the Friends of Chorlton Meadows website at: http://friendsofchorltonmeadows.blogspot.com/
Posted by rylands on December 1st, 2010 in Recent Events, Social Nights/Meetings
2pm -5pm on Sunday Dec 12th for Christmas Carols in the Longfords function room at Longford Park Stadium.
This year is extra special as the Stretford Brass Band will be playing
Children’s Craft Activities will complement the Carols.
A Raffle will be held. “Tuck Shop” facility.
There will also be mince pies and mulled wine available for purchase
Posted by rylands on November 30th, 2010 in Recent Events
Join the Trafford Wheelers for a festive cycle around Longford Park with music, drinks, Christmas buffet and of course …Bikes!
Price £3.00
Contact Helen 07871 621778 or Paul 07717 832498
Visit their website at http://www.traffordwheelers.co.nr
Posted by rylands on November 17th, 2010 in Recent Events
Learn the Nordic Walking technique, new skills and have FUN!
Burn an extra 20-46% more calories than normal walking.
Led by trained British Nordic Walking Instructor.
All equipment provided. Poles are appropriate for adults 5” and over.
The sessions are being held as follows, and are in the employee’s own time. They will last 45 mins to 1 hour.
It is essential to pre-book a place as numbers for each session are limited. To book a place contact Heather on 912 3140.
Tuesday 23rd November from 12.30pm at Crossford Bridge Pavillion, Sale (Danefield Road, Sale, M33 7WR)
Wednesday 24th November from 12.30pm at Longford Park, Stretford (meet at the ‘quadrant’ entrance to the park, off the King’s Road roundabout, Stretford, M32 8GS). Contact Heather on 912 3140 or email deborah.byrom@trafford.nhs.uk
Posted by rylands on September 28th, 2010 in Recent Events
Tom Kitching (With Monkey Box!) will be back to play the Chorlton Irish Club on the 12th November 8pm-11.30pm.
Tom Kitching is a the highly accomplished fiddler and you can find out more on his website.
Refreshments by way of a Jacobs Table - Bring buffet type food you like to put on the communal table and share. Friends of Longford Park will provide cutlery and napkins.
The Chorlton Irish Club address is 17 High Lane, Chorlton-cum-Hardy, Manchester M21 9DJ
Tickets are £7 and are available from Bob on 286 6979.
Event Update: A big thank you to all those that helped make the previous Ceilidh Night such a success. Thanks to Tom Kitching and the Cutback Ceilidh Band and also thanks to Bob and Amanda for organizing this very enjoyable event.
Posted by rylands on September 27th, 2010 in Recent Events, Social Nights/Meetings
Our popular Quiz Night will include a fully licensed Bar, Raffle and excellent food available (including vegetarian option)
The Quiz night commences at 8pm 8th October at the Longfords Suite (adjacent to the Longford Park Athletics stadium).
The address is Ryebank Road, Chorlton Cum Hardy, MANCHESTER, M21 9TA
Tickets £7 each including supper (£2.50 admission only).
Advance tickets from Bob 286 6979
All proceeds raised will go towards hosting community events and making improvements to Longford Park
Posted by rylands on September 8th, 2010 in Health Walks, Recent Events
To celebrate the National Day of Walking on 26th September STRIDE are holding a walking event at Longford Park in Stretford. Jean and Janet (Walk Leaders at Longford Park walk) will be leading the walk on the day. Details of the event are:-
Sunday 26th September
Longford Park, Stretford
Meeting at Main entrance gate on Edge Lane, junction with Cromwell Road
10.15am
Water and a goodie bag will be provided for all walkers
Children under 18 years must be accompanied by an adult and dogs must be kept on a lead
You can access details of this and other events supporting the National Day of Walking at www.walkevents.org/
