Friends of Longford Park have been pressing Trafford Council for some time on reopening the tennis courts in the Park, which closed at the end of April. The work was originally scheduled to take two months but various delays – including the decision to replace the fencing on three sides, after the resurfacing has been done – mean that the …
Senior Community Engagement Officer required for Longford Park.
Click on the link below for details: https://apply.greater.jobs/trafford/Job/JobDetail?isPreview=Yes&jobid=279
Groundwork Summer Activities in Parks
Here are some great ideas to entertain children in Longford Park: https://www.groundwork.org.uk/about-groundwork/get-outdoors-with-groundwork-this-summer
Family Cycling Event
Come and have some cycling fun in Longford Park on Sunday 21st July. There’ll be a cycling parade at 11am, circus skills, ride a unicycle and loads more. Click to see more details.
Outdoor Theatre – The Unusual Adventures of Robin Hood
Calling all young adventurers! Are you ready to join the legendary Robin Hood on a quest filled with laughter, thrills, and a touch of mischief? Gather your friends and family and journey into the heart of Sherwood Forest for an unforgettable outdoor theatre experience!
Event Ended
20th Anniversary Health Walk for Longford and Firswood Strollers
Sunday 26 May saw the 20th anniversary Health Walk take place, led as normal by Jean Byrne and Janice Rendel.
Click to read more and see the photos.
20th Anniversary Walk for Longford and Firswood Strollers.
What an achievement for the organisers! All welcome to join this gentle stroll round the park. Click to find out more details.
GM Walking Festival visits Longford Park
The GM Walking Festival happens in May every year. This year there are 2 short walks in Longford Park listed in the programme.
Click to find out more.
Tennis Improvement Project
Work is due to start on a scheme to update and improve a number of tennis courts across Trafford.
A total of eight courts will be refurbished as part of Trafford Council’s Pilot Park Tennis Investment and Sustainability programme.
The first two courts to benefit are Longford Park, Stretford, and Ashton Park, Sale. Work is due to start on the two-month long rebuild of Longford Park court on April 29, 2024, and at the Ashton Park court on May 7.
Click to continue reading.
The Great Goat Caper: When Fundraising Goes Baaa-d!
Please note that this post has not been fact-checked! At Pets’ Corner in Longford Park where fundraisers are a vital part of this wholly volunteer-run animal sanctuary, one unexpected culprit has left locals scratching their heads and holding their sides in laughter. It all started innocently enough with an event to raise funds at Stretford Mall. But little did anyone …
Orienteering at Longford Park
Embark on an exhilarating journey where nature becomes your playground and the thrill of discovery awaits at every turn. Welcome to the captivating world of orienteering, a remarkable outdoor adventure that combines strategy, navigation, and exploration into an unforgettable experience.
FOLP’s Winter Newsletter
Welcome to the first seasonal newsletter. We hope to keep you informed about what FOLP is currently doing and ways in which you can get involved.
Click here to download it.
Community Christmas Tree Festival at St Matthew’s
Come along this weekend Saturday 8th (10-5) or Sunday 9th (12-3) to see lots of beautifully decorated trees. Click here to see the entry from FOLP and Pets’ Corner.
Monthly Litter Pick
Please join us on the last Sunday of every month for our monthly litter pick. Meet at the cafe at 9.30am. Equipment provided.
Click here for more details.
Tree Amigos are back!
Tree Amigos will be selling Christmas Trees in Longford Park from Saturday Nov 25th.
Click for more details.
Longford Community Choir Christmas Concert
Come and listen to our very own wonderful Longford choir perform at Firswood Community Centre.
Click for more details.
Community Christmas Tree Festival
The Friends of Longford Park and Pets Corner group will be taking part in the Christmas Tree festival at St Matthews. We will be joining together to decorate one tree using mainly wooden and recycled materials. Any donations received will be used to support the Pets Corner. Click for more details.
International Women’s Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women
Join us in reclaiming our green spaces, as we walk together from Longford Park to Stretford Public Hall demanding an end to violence against women and girls.
Click here for more details.
What a great celebration event!
The friends of Longford Park hosted a great Lottery celebration event this week (Thursday 16th November) at Stretford Public Hall.
Click to read more.
Youth Environment Rangers Activities at Sale Water Park for Autumn 2023
Trafford Conservation Volunteers’ (TCV) Youth Environment Rangers activities are back due to popular demand!
Click here for more information.
FANTASTIC NEWS!!
Friends of Longford Park are delighted to share the news that Trafford Council’s Lottery bid for Longford Park has been successful. Click to access the link to Trafford’s website.
Bird box / Bat box / Insect Box making sessions
Why not get involved and have some fun this summer? The boxes will be put all over Stretford – some in Longford Park. See the attached poster for more details.
Longford and Firswood Strollers Monthly Walks
The photo shows the Longford and Firswood Strollers Heath Walk Group in the Longford Bowling Club Shelter 31st May 2023.
The group meets at the Edge lane Gate at 10.30 am on the last Sunday of each month and walks the Yellow Route One Mile Walk
New members welcome.
The Bowling season has begun!
New members are always very welcome. Check out the attached flyer for more information.