Love your Parks - Summer 2010 guide

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ContentsContents

LoVe your parksLook after your parks ..............................16

Litter and Volunteering ..........................17

Adopt a tree ................................................18

Picnics and Rainy days ...........................19

Hillingdon Play Association presents:

summer reserVation

pLay scheme

eVent LocationsLocations of parks and bus routes

enJoy your parks in the rain 14

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Community eventsYoung people eventsFamily events

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EVENT LOCATIONSEVENT LOCATIONS

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1 Harefield Village Green, Rickmansworth Road, Harefield2 Coniston Gardens Open Space, Coniston Gardens,

Ruislip3 Manor Farm, Bury Street, Ruislip4 Churchfield Gardens, Eastcote Road, Ruislip5 Bessingby Playing Fields, Beverley Road, Eastcote6 Deane Park, Long Drive, South Ruislip7 Hillingdon House Farm, Park Road, Uxbridge8 Uxbridge Common, Park Road, Uxbridge9 Fassnidge Park, Rockingham Parade, Uxbridge10 Pole Hill Open Space, Grosvenor Crescent, Hillingdon11 Grosvenor Playing Fields, Kingshill Avenue, Hayes12 Cowley Recreation Ground, High Street, Cowley13 Little Britain Lake, Packet Boat Lane, Cowley14 Hayes End Community Park, The Kingsway, Hayes15 Barra Hall Park, Church Walk, Hayes16 Yiewsley Recreation Ground, Falling Lane, Yiewsley17 Lake Farm Country Park, Botwell Common Road, Hayes18 Minet Country Park, The Parkway, Hayes 1619 The Closes Recreation Ground, Church Close,

West Drayton20 Little Harlington Playing Fields, Sipson Lane, Sipson

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EVENTSThe borough’s parks and open spaces are set to come alive with spectacular sights and sounds as Hillingdon Council prepares for a fun-filled summer programme to get more people enjoying the outdoors.

Whether you want a quiet place to sit and think, somewhere for the whole family to spend the day, or outdoor sports facilities to enjoy, Hillingdon offers something for everyone. The festivities, which include some events run by community organisations, will run throughout the summer. Activities include family fishing at Little Britain Lake, nature activities in Minet Park and open air events at Manor Farm.

With formal gardens, town parks and informal nature conservation and country parks, as well as more than 100 children’s play areas, the borough has a wealth of leafy places to discover. Summer is a brilliant time to get outdoors and Love Your Parks!

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hayes carnival 10 July, Midday to 5.30pm Free entry Barra Hall Park, Hayes

Learn about moths 10 July, 7.30am Help us identify moth species and release them back to the wild. All records are sent to Butterfly Conservation to help save moths in the UK. Free Minet Country Park, Hayes

fun fair 8 – 12 July, Harefield Village Green

fun fair 11 July Barra Hall Park, Hayes

the big Lunch 18 July, Join this nationwide event and enjoy your lunch in your local park.

art in the park 24 July, 2pm to 4pm Demonstrate your artistic skills and creative genius by decorating your own ceramic mug. It will make a perfect gift! All materials supplied. Children under 16 must be supervised by an adult. Call 020 8573 0761 / 0750 785 0372 to book before the day. Free Minet Country Park, Hayes

hillingdon play association’s summer reservation 26 – 30 July, 9.30am to 3.30pm Tipi tents, arts and crafts, games and sports activities. Suitable for children aged 6 to 14. Lake Farm Country Park, Hayes

choose from a wide range of great value activities from family fishing days to medieval jousting, there is something for the whole family to enjoy.

Family events

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make hay while the sun shines 28 – 29 and 31 July, 10am to 1pm and 2pm to 4pm Take part in the annual summer hay cut and help encourage the wildflower meadows for next year. No experience required. Bring a picnic, plenty to drink and a sunhat. Great for families and groups. Free Minet Country Park, Hayes

Get serious with ragwort! Friday 30 July, 10am-1pm and 2pm to 4pm Help us to pull up as many Ragwort plants as we can and get close to nature! We have a lot here at Minet and it could stop us from grazing animals to manage the grasslands in the future. No skill required, just enthusiasm. Better than going to the gym! Bring a picnic, plenty to drink and a sun hat. Free Minet Country Park, Hayes

hillingdon play association’s summer reservation 2 – 6 August, 9.30am to 3.30pm Tipi tents, arts and crafts, games and sports activities. Suitable for children aged 6 to 14. Barra Hall Park, Hayes

play day 4 August, 11.30am to 4pm Barra Hall Park, Hayes

open air performance of robin hood 7 August, Gates open 5.30pm, show starts at 7pm Bring a picnic! Family ticket £40. Manor Farm, Ruislip

hillingdon play association’s summer reservation 9 – 13 August, 9.30am to 3.30pm Tipi tents, arts and crafts, games and sports activities. Suitable for children aged 6 to 14. The Closes Recreation Ground, West Drayton

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duck detectives 9 – 13 August Explore Minet’s pond life. For children aged 5-11 years. No adult supervision required. Booking is necessary. £10 for the week Minet Country Park, Hayes

teddy bears picnic 11 August, 11.30am to 2.30pm Family event run by the Library service. Yiewsley Recreation Ground

medieval festival 14 and 15 August, Midday to 4pm Main attractions include: combat and jousting on horseback, living history in the medieval village, fun activities for families and children, the renowned Duck Pond Market and, on Saturday evening, the famous Medieval Banquet in the Great Barn. Free entry Manor Farm, Ruislip

family fishing fun days 15 and 29 August, 9.30am to 3.30pm Free Little Britain Lake, Cowley

hillingdon play association’s summer reservation 16 – 20 August, 9.30am to 3.30pm Tipi tents, arts and crafts, games and sports activities. Suitable for children aged 6 to 14. Bessingby Park, Eastcote

hillingdon play association’s summer reservation 23– 27 August, 9.30am to 3.30pm Tipi tents, arts and crafts, games and sports activities. Suitable for children aged 6 to 14. Harefield Village Green

party in the park 4 September, 1.30pm to 4.30pm Free entry Fassnidge Park, Uxbridge

carters steam fair 11 September Uxbridge Common

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Young people events


football tournament 17 and 18 July , Grosvenor Playing Fields, Hayes

art in the park 24 July, 2pm to 4pm Demonstrate your artistic skills and creative genius by decorating your own ceramic mug. It will make a perfect gift! All materials supplied. Children under 16 must be supervised by an adult. Call 020 8573 0761 / 0750 785 0372 to book before the day. Free Minet Country Park, Hayes

fiesta in the park – youth bus 26 Jul – 30 July, Midday to 5pm Cowley Recreation Ground

fiesta in the park – youth bus 26 – 30 July, Midday to 5pm Harefield Village Green

make hay while the sun shines 28 – 29 and 31 July, 10am to 1pm and 2pm to 4pm Take part in the annual summer hay cut and help encourage the wildflower meadows for next year. No experience required. Bring a picnic, plenty to drink and sunhat. Great for families and groups. Free Minet Country Park, Hayes

with an exciting programme of things to do in the borough there is no shortage of activities to keep young people entertained.

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fiesta in the park – youth bus 2 – 6 August, Midday to 5pm Barra Hall Park, Hayes

fiesta in the park – youth bus 2 – 6 August, Midday to 5pm Coniston Gardens, Ruislip

cycle training course 3 – 5 August, 10am to 3pm Hillingdon Cycle Circuit at Minet Country Park, Hayes


fiesta in the park – youth bus 9 – 13 August, Midday to 5pm Hayes End Community Park

fiesta in the park – youth bus 9 – 13 August, Midday to 5pm Deane Park Recreation Ground, South Ruislip

medieval festival 14 and 15 August, Midday to 4pm See ‘Family events’ for details. Free entry Manor Farm, Ruislip

fiesta in the park – youth bus 16 – 20 August, Midday to 5pm Cowley Recreation Ground

fiesta in the park – youth bus 16 – 20 August, Midday to 5pm Pole Hill Open Space, Hillingdon


harefield funfair 8 – 12 July, all day Harefield Village Green


songs of praise 11 July, 2pm to 5pm Churchfield Gardens, Ruislip

hayes funfair 11 July, all day Barra Hall Park, Hayes

ecochurch - wildly wonderful world 11 July, 4pm – 7pm An outdoor celebration of ‘EcoChurch’ for Christians in the west London area. Free Minet Country Park, Hayes

friends of minet country park meeting 12 July, 7pm to 8.30pm Minet Country Park, Hayes

Little britain Lake volunteers 17 July, 21 August and 18 September, 10am to midday Little Britain Lake, Cowley

auto show 17 and 18 July, 10am to 5pm Hillingdon House Farm, Uxbridge

football tournament 17 and 18 July Grosvenor Playing Fields, Ruislip

the big Lunch 18 July Join this nationwide event and enjoy your lunch in your local park.

countryside fayres and community fun days are just some of the events to enjoy this summer.

Community events

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minet Volunteers Every Friday from 23 July, from 10am Minet Country Park, Hayes

make hay while the sun shines 28 – 29 and 31 July, 10am to 1pm and 2pm to 4pm See ‘Family events’ for details. Free Minet Country Park, Hayes

Get serious with ragwort! Friday 30 July, 10am-1pm and 2pm to 4pm See ‘Family events’ for details Free Minet Country Park, Hayes

sacred heart ex-students association fun day fun day 31 July Little Harlington Playing Fields, Sipson



medieval festival 14 and 15 August, Midday to 4pm Free entry Manor Farm, Ruislip

minet countryside fayre Saturday 4 September Midday to 4pm Come along for a taste of the countryside including a special farm animal section and free family activities. Free Minet Country Park, Hayes

party in the park 4 September 1.30pm to 4.30pm Fassnidge Park, Uxbridge

community fun day 5 September, 11am to 5pm Hayes End Community Park

carters steam fair 11 September Uxbridge Common

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We’ve put together some ideas for free, fun

adventures you can have in the parks when it’s

raining.

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Visit the website to find out more about:

•Welliesandwaterproofs–

howtoprepare

for a rainy day out in the park

•Naturetrailsforrainyda

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•Howtotellwhenit’sgoin

gtorain

•Wetweatheradventures

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For more information please email

[email protected] or call/text 07564 461153

23 – 26 auGust9.30am-3.30pm•

HarefieldVillageGreen

2 – 6 auGust9.30am - 3.30pm Barra Hall Park, Hayes

16 – 20 auGust9.30am-3.30

pm•BessingbyPark,Eastc

ote

26 – 30 JuLy9.30am-3.30pm•L

akeFarmCountryPark,Hayes

9 – 13 auGust9.30am - 3.30pm

TheClosesRecreationGround,WestD

rayton

A free, open access Summer Playscheme for 5 weeks

across Hillingdon. Suitable for children aged 6 and over.

Including:StreetartandDJworkshops,dance

workshops, arts & crafts, sumo suits and zorba balls,

sports, music and chill-out zone, bouncy castles

Hillingdon Play Association presents

SUMMER RESERVATION PLAY SCHEME

Look after your parksThe borough’s parks are for everyone to enjoy and it is important that everyone does their bit to help look after them. The council’s rangers regularly patrol the parks to check they are well maintained and used appropriately.

Please remember to use a bin or take your rubbish home with you, and if you have a dog be responsible and pick up any mess.

DogsDogs owners are advised that their pet must be under control at all times. There are signs in parks and open spaces advising if the animal must be on a lead, and they are not allowed in children’s play areas.

Dog fouling must be disposed of correctly by the owner. The failure to do so may result in an on-the-spot fine of £80.

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LitterHillingdon has a zero tolerance attitude towards littering. Anyone caught dropping litter risks getting an £80 fixed penalty notice.

In Hillingdon we spend £2.5 million every year cleaning the roads, parks and clearing litter. Litter louts drop more than 7,000 tonnes of litter on the borough’s streets - equivalent to 878 double deckers.

Please help to keep the borough clean and tidy by using the bins provided. If you cannot see one, or it is full, please take your rubbish home.

VolunteeringThere are lots of residents that volunteer and roll up their sleeves to take part in nature conservation tasks. The time individuals can spare, no matter how little, enables the council to achieve far more than could otherwise be managed.

It offers the chance to put your skills and strengths to good use. Volunteers will also have the opportunity to broaden their knowledge, learn new skills and make new friends.

For more information, and to find out how to volunteer, visit www.hillingdon.gov.uk/parks

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Care for a treeCaring for a young tree is one way communities can help us to continue the tree planting work that we have done across the borough.

We are encouraging residents to choose a tree and help care for it. With a little of your time you can help us ensure Hillingdon’s trees continue to thrive.

Things that you can do include:Maintenance and care of newly planted trees.•Watering and weeding through the summer •months.Reporting damage to young trees.•

Making a real •contribution to a green borough.

Visit the website to find out more.

PicnicsPicnics can be so much fun for all the family. Find a park that has a playground for the children and shady areas for the adults. Bring plenty of food, frisbees and games, for a fun-filled day out. Visit the website for picnic ideas and links to food ideas.

Rainy daysRainy days offer a chance to see the parks and open spaces in a different light. So turn off the television, switch off the computer, put down those games consoles and get out of the house for some real-life fun and adventures! From formal gardens and parks in town centres to the wild woods of Ruislip, whatever the weather, you’ll find fabulous ways to enjoy your day! Find out more online.

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