FRIENDS OF BIRKENHEAD PARK

The Friends of Birkenhead Park was formed in 1976 by Lord (Griff) Evans of Claughton, as he perceived the need for someone to speak for the interests of the Park, which he clearly saw as part of our national heritage. Still going strong, the Friends play a vital role in helping the Park staff and liaise closely with the local authority on matters concerning the Park... The Friends of Birkenhead Park, the first publicly funded park in the world, work alongside the park staff to help maintain and improve the park. The Friends seek to improve the profile of Birkenhead Park in the following ways: By improving awareness of Birkenhead Park's historical and heritage significance. By increasing the extent and range of volunteering. By fostering an enhanced sense of community ownership of the Park. By delivering educational skill-training related to the national curriculum. By encouraging the community to care for the Park... Since its creation, the Friends have campaigned for the park's..

Primary location: Birkenhead United Kingdom