One of our biggest pieces of work behind the scenes over the last few months has been investigating Longford Brook, the historic watercourse associated with Ryebank Fields.
Click here to read on and find out what local historian Richard Bond discovered.
If so, please report it using the following Trafford portal:
https://customerportal.trafford.gov.uk/environmental-services/capture-fly-tipping
* Please Note: This Event has now Expired * After a year away, our much-loved open air theatre is BACK — and we’re going out with a bang (or should that be a howl?). This June, grab your picnic rug, pack a hamper, and settle in for a gloriously fun evening under the open skies of Longford Park. The critically …
The Community Allotment had another very successful Open Day on Sunday 10 May. A warm sunny day saw large numbers of people, adults and children, come along to enjoy the various activities. Click here for more photos.
Come and join in for a guided nature walk around the park. Last Wednesday of every month.
Click here for more details.
Please click here for information regarding some planned tree stump grinding works at Longford Park, following the recent tree felling activity.
All new members welcome! Check out the details by clicking here.
Click here to check out the dates and times of the Health Walks in Longford Park.
Chorlton Arts Festival are hosting another Reenchantment event this year in Longford Park on Saturday 9th May from 2 to 4 pm. It was enjoyed by many last year. Click here for more details.
There are 3 sessions planned in the coming months- free Saturday morning tennis for all. Equipment provided. Free Adult tennis coaching sessions.
Also a leader course for interested people aged 16+.
Please click here for all the details and how to book.
Families are invited to join in and celebrate nature at park event this
Spring Equinox.
All welcome to come and mark the start of Spring at Longford Park, Stretford, Saturday 21 st
March, 11:00 – 15:00. Click here for more details.
Please support this event. Click here for more details.
The health walks take place once a month all year, even at Christmas!
Members of Friends of Longford Park have worked hard to nurture the tree and decorate it for Christmas. Please feel free to add items to the tree.
Longford Park and The Community Allotment have been awarded Outstanding again by North West In Bloom. Well done to everyone who contributes to making the park a wonderful place.
Pets’ Corner will be holding an event on Saturday 13th December from 12-2pm to explain the changes that are going to take place there as a result of the lottery bid and it will be a chance to say goodbye to the animals before they go to their new temporary homes while Pets’ Corner is renovated and improved – thanks to the successful lottery bid. Click here for more details.
Tree Amigos will be back in Longford Park from 25th November to 18th December.
Some of the proceeds go to Friends of Longford Park.
The project webpages on the council website have been amended to make it easier for the public to access information. See here .
Minor repairs and road safety checks for free. Opposite the cafe. Sunday 27th and Sunday 10th 11am to 3pm. click here for more details.
Join Trafford and the National tennis Association at Longford Park for an exhilarating day of tennis! The FREE Taster Sessions are a fantastic way for children aged 4-15 and Adults of all abilities to try tennis in a fun and supportive environment.
Click here for more information and booking details.
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.
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.
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
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.
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!