Latest News and Events

RYEBANK FIELDS CAMPAIGN
Posted: May 2025
The Friends of Longford Park (FOLP) strongly oppose housing on Ryebank Fields, a key issue being the visual impact on the Park (which is a Conservation Area). FOLP has commissioned professional visualisations to illustrate this, click on link for more details.
RE-ENCHANTMENT Ecotherapy Writing in Nature Workshop
Posted: May 2025
Coming shortly to the park – a chance to take part in a beautiful therapeutic writing session delivered by Patrick and Rowan. Click for more information.
Festival of Libraries
Posted: May 2025
There will be some special events at the Rylands Library. For further information click on the link: Festival of Libraries announced for 4-8th June 2025 – Manchester City of Literature
Ultimate Bounce May Bank Holiday Weekend
Posted: May 2025
Come and have some fun this weekend in Longford Park at https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/ultimate-bounce-longford-park-3rd-5th-may-2025-inflatable-fun-rides-tickets-1334928209209 The inflatables are aimed at 2-10 year olds but not exclusively.

Community Gardening Week:
Posted: April 2025
Healing, Growing, and Connecting Through Nature
By Holly Dodd
Celebrate Community Gardening Week (March 31st to April 6th) by joining local gardening groups. It’s a chance to improve health, learn new skills, and connect with others. Whether you’re a beginner or expert, gardening fosters well-being, reduces loneliness, and creates beautiful shared spaces. Get involved and discover the joy of growing together!
By Holly Dodd
Celebrate Community Gardening Week (March 31st to April 6th) by joining local gardening groups. It’s a chance to improve health, learn new skills, and connect with others. Whether you’re a beginner or expert, gardening fosters well-being, reduces loneliness, and creates beautiful shared spaces. Get involved and discover the joy of growing together!

Longford park Gardening Group Drop-in Session Friday, 4th April 10.30- 12.30
Posted: March 2025
Community Gardening Week is taking place from 31st March to 6th April.
Fancy doing a bit of community gardening? Would you like to be part of a group and get to know people? Welcome to Longford Park Gardening Group’s drop-in session on Friday morning, 4th April from 10.30 to 12.30.
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Next FOLP Committee Meeting: Monday 9th September 2024 -7:00 pm
Men’s Bowling Club House