Frimley Lodge Park
Canalside Jubilee
A fantastic FREE three day event at Frimley Lodge Park, Sturt Road, Frimley Green, Surrey GU16 6HY.
The event organised by Surrey and Hants Canal Society will take place on 2nd - 4th June, 10am-5pm. It is to celebrate 21 years since the Royal reopening of the Basingstoke Canal and Her Majesty the Queen's Diamond Jubilee.
There will be fairground rides, bouncy castle, face painting and refreshments available throughout the event. On each day there will be a selection of activities such as Mayflower Morris Clog Dancers, live music, one man circus, magic and a Punch and Judy show.
All attractions and events are subject to availability and favourable weather conditions. The event is FREE but a donation of £1 per adult would be gratefully received to cover costs.
For a full programme, flyer and further information visit http://www.basingstoke-canal.org.uk/ Opens in a new window
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Frimley Lodge Park is a 24 hectare site that was saved from development in the mid 1980's. The park won a design award on completion and has been much admired for its beauty and tranquillity.
Its unspoilt natural beauty and character continues to attract large numbers of visitors with opportunities for families with, woodland and lots of open space, picnic areas, two children's playgrounds, a trim trail, miniature railway and meadows. There are also football, cricket pitches and a pitch and putt course available to hire.
The Basingstoke canal runs along the eastern boundary with a towpath and lots of space, woodland, cafeteria, miniature railway and pitch & putt course.
Frimley Lodge Park is a very attractive venue for everyone looking for quiet recreation or organised activity. There is a resident Greenspace Officer and the Council's contractors provide full time attendance.
Our Greenspace Team also work with volunteers and provides a programme of educational walks and events.
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2011 Green Flag Award for Frimley Lodge Park
Frimley Lodge Park has been awarded a prestigious Green Flag Award for the 11th consecutive year for its high-quality standards, cleanliness, upkeep and facilities.
The park in Sturt Road, Frimley Green has been given the award by environmental group Keep Britain Tidy.
The Green Flag Award scheme is the national standard in England and Wales for quality parks and open spaces. Successful parks are judged to be welcoming, well managed and maintained, with support and involvement from the local community.
For more information please visit www.greenflagaward.org.uk or visit our A-Z page for the Green Flag Award.
Greenspace Vehicles
The dedicated Greenspace Team deliver the highest quality parks, countryside and play areas for the residents of Surrey Heath and beyond to use and enjoy throughout the year. Behind the scenes our team is managing and monitoring 254 hectares.
Our team can be seen out and about in our Greenspace vehicles. If you would like to contact them, please contact 01276 707338 or email commercial.services@surreyheath.gov.uk.
Other attractions at Frimley Lodge Park
Flourish Community Garden
For further information and events
visit www.flourishcgp.org Opens in a new window or call Kate Turner on 0750 008 7689
Based at the popular Frimley Lodge Park in Frimley Green, Flourish aims to get you gardening.
Community gardening will help get you fitter and feel better in a relaxed environment, ready to make new friends and to learn new skills.
There will be a variety of tasks on offer to suit your ability from seed sowing to building compost bins.
Workshops will be held throughout the year covering various activities including "Grow your own salad bowl", Cut Flower gardening, compost making and working with wildlife.
There will also be an After school Club which will run during term time as well as various taster days for children during the school holidays.
All our activities and workshops will be led by Kate Turner our experienced community gardener and local volunteers.
Contact Details:
Frimley Lodge Park
Frimley Green
Surrey GU16 6HY
Kate Turner: 07500 087689 or email with any enquires cgp@live.co.uk. Visit Flourish Community Garden Opens in a new window website for more information.
Pistachios in the Park Located in the Pavilion
Come and visit Pistachios in the Park. Visit the new café offering freshly prepared food, hot drinks and ice cream. You can make the most of the outdoors and use our takeaway service.
Open 9am - 4pm from 1st October - 28/29th February
Open 9am - 5pm from 1st March - 30th September
Pitch & Putt is open all year round from Monday to Sunday 10am to one hour before cafe closure.
Please check this web page or contact Pistachios in the Park on 01252 838998 prior to visiting the park for up to date information or changes to opening times. (Closed for Christmas Day).
Please note that during the cold weather spells, the duty groundsman will inspect the course daily and may delay opening until the greens are thawed.
Use this link for park opening and closing times.
Pay and Play at Pistachios
Adult £3.50- Child £2.50
- Senior Citizen £2.50 (Monday to Friday before 4.00pm)
- Refundable deposit required for equipment.
- Children under the age of 14 to be accompanied by an adult.
Picnic Areas with BBQ Facilities:
Please Note: Picnic Areas & BBQ Facilities will close for the Winter from Sunday 30th October 2011 and open from Saturday 3rd March 2012 - Sunday 28th October 2012.
Members of the public are welcome to use one of the 5 BBQ facilities provided at Frimley Lodge Park but are not allowed to bring and use their own BBQ's. To hire a BBQ, please contact the Green Space Team on 01276 707338 or by email to commercial.services@surreyheath.gov.uk. Each barbecue accommodates no more than 30 people, however you can book additional barbecues if required. The cost is £30 per barbecue.
All major events should be pre-booked and parties of 50 or more are asked to contact the Greenspace Team before arranging any events in the park. You can contact the Green Space Team by emailing commercial.services@surreyheath.gov.uk or by telephoning the contact centre on 01276 707338.
Private Hire Area
For gatherings from 50 - 100 people
From £200.00
Complete with picnic tables and natural seating in the form of carved tree trunks and the option of a gas barbecue this makes an ideal location for your company, community or family gatherings. For further information and to discuss your requirements further, please contact commercial.services@surreyheath.gov.uk or telephone 01276 707338.
Sports Pitches
5 x 11 aside Soccer Pitches
3 x 7 aside and 1 x 9 aside Soccer Pitches
1 Cricket Pitch
Tel: 01276 707338
Trim Trail
Incorporate some exercise into your park visit - enjoy the challenge of the trim trail to improve levels of fitness and activity.
Children's Play Area
The new children's play area was opened in August 2010. The new equipment incorporates organic materials to blend in with the park's natural landscape.
The play area has grass mounds, tunnels and log shapes to explore as well as more traditional style equipment such as a swinging footbridge. Existing swings have been refurbished as well as a new zip wire, replacing the old one that wore out due to its popularity.
Frimley Lodge Miniature Railway
View further information regarding the Frimley Lodge Miniature Railway
Woodland and Canal side walks
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F
rimley Lodge Park run
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Frimley Lodge park run is a free weekly 5km event for runners of all standards, which takes place every Saturday at 9am in Frimley Lodge Park.
It is not a race against other runners, but a 5k timed run and it can really be whatever you want it to be, whether that's for fun or as part of a training plan.
It offers an opportunity for all the local community, male or female, young or old, to come together on a regular basis to enjoy this beautiful park and get physically active into the bargain. We want to encourage people to jog or run together irrespective of their ability - this event is truly open to all and best of all it really is free!
Taking part is easy - just register in advance by 6pm on the Friday before your first ever park run here. The great thing is that you only ever need to do this once! Then just set your alarm for Saturday morning and get yourself there!
British Military Fitness
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Operating in parks across the UK, this is a great way to get fit and lose weight whilst having fun!
Military fitness classes are run by serving or former members of the armed forces with recognised fitness training qualifications. They will help motivate and encourage you back into fitness!
At BMF, over seventy percent of people sign up after their free taster class. Classes are graded by ability group and are for members of the public. They are designed for all abilities, from those just starting to exercise who want to lose weight, to the already very fit.
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