Events

Happy New Year! We look forward to seeing you in Cranford Park this year. Here is the first of our regular event newsletters. There is a whole host of volunteering opportunities  – see below – and no prior experience is required. They are all chances to meet people, boost your fitness level and help improve the park.

There is also a regular programme of guided walks, please revisit this page to check for the latest news. Please note that all these activities are free and run by Hillingdon Council. Prior booking is essential using the email address or phone number given beside each entry.   

Note: The car park is fully open, along with the restored historic courtyard. Work is still underway in the newly built cafe building and Cranford House cellars. This is part of a National Lottery-funded enhancement project. The new children’s playground has been re-seeded and is now open. We’ll let you know just as soon as there’s any change to the visitor facilities available.

Events in Cranford Park during April 2024

There’s lots going on this April in the park…here’s a selection. All events are FREE.

Mon. April 1 (12 noon – 4pm). It’s April Fool’s Day! A day of silly stories, nonsense nature trails and barmy art. Don’t believe anything you see or hear. A silly day out, suitable for all ages; no need to book. More info: archives@hillingdon.gov.uk, tel. 01895 250702.

Tues. April 2 – Wed. 10 (10am-4pm daily) Play in the Park. There will be games to play in the stable courtyard throughout the Easter holidays. Suitable for ages 5-11 years and their families; no need to book.

Sat. April 20 (12 noon start)A Walk in the Park (90 mins approx.). Find out about the history and development of the park on this walk back through time. Booking essential: archives@hillingdon.gov.uk, tel. 01895 250702.

Sun. April 21 (11am start). Cranford Park Bluebell Walk (90 mins approx.). Join Cranford Park Friends for our annual guided stroll through the woods at bluebell time. Meet by the car park, no need to book. Surfaces are uneven so please wear suitable footwear. Enquiries: reply to this email.  

Thurs. April 25 (10:30am-1pm). General Park Volunteering. Lend a hand with some light jobs that may involve trimming vegetation, mulching trees or litter picking. We’re a friendly bunch and all help is appreciated. Meet by the car park. No prior experience is needed. Please register your interest by emailing:  jhedges@hillingdon.gov.uk.

More volunteering opportunities will be coming up soon as we prepare to open the Secret Garden and the park’s heritage attractions. Please contact us if you have particular skills or interests we should know about.