Friends of Longford Park are renewing their efforts to bring a pump track to the Park. A specialist firm has advised on the likely cost, and the focus now is on trying to identify likely sources of funding. As funders will be keen to know the extent of public support, please take 5 minutes to complete the survey at http://tinyurl.com/longfordpumptrack

The zip line seats in the older children’s playground have had to be replaced twice in four months, at a cost of £170 each time. This cannot go on indefinitely before Amey decides they are not going to keep replacing them. The damage is caused by people allowing their dogs to chew the seats, which is selfish and irresponsible. Any …

The Community Christmas Tree planted in the lockdown period has survived a whole year and is ready to be redecorated. We would love families to make or donate a decoration again this year and add it to the tree. Some of last year’s saved decorations have already been added.

Longford Park has been awarded an outstanding certificate by the RHS It’s Your Neighbourhood Award Scheme. Thoroughly deserved!