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Volunteer with Friends of Platt Fields – Litter Pick & Community Care
Organisation Details
Friends of Platt Fields Park
Sub theme: Health and Wellbeing, Heritage
Stellify Award: This opportunity is part of 'Make a Difference'
Organisation Description: The Friends of Platt Fields exists to promote Platt fields park. We work to support the City Council in maintaining and making improvements to the park environment, so that it is better used and enjoyed by local people.
We are a small committee voted for and run by members and local volunteers. We simply give as much time and energy as we can. We believe local people should have a say in how the park is run, and we raise money for projects and improvements that we think are necessary or beneficial. Currently our main project is restoring the Shakespeare Garden in the Park.
We have vacancies on the commitee, but if you just want to do some volunteer gardening we have a session every Thursday morning in the Shakespeare Garden which lies off the footpath between Wilmslow Road and the Lake. As of March 2025 we are running litter picking sessions usually first Tuesday and of the month, (but additional sessions may be added)11.00 - 1.00 p.m., meeting at the Lakeside Centre.
We are a small committee voted for and run by members and local volunteers. We simply give as much time and energy as we can. We believe local people should have a say in how the park is run, and we raise money for projects and improvements that we think are necessary or beneficial. Currently our main project is restoring the Shakespeare Garden in the Park.
We have vacancies on the commitee, but if you just want to do some volunteer gardening we have a session every Thursday morning in the Shakespeare Garden which lies off the footpath between Wilmslow Road and the Lake. As of March 2025 we are running litter picking sessions usually first Tuesday and of the month, (but additional sessions may be added)11.00 - 1.00 p.m., meeting at the Lakeside Centre.
Description of role: Help us keep Platt Fields Park beautiful, clean, and welcoming for everyone. Join one of our regular litter picks and make a real difference to the mental health and well-being of local people.
Why Join Us?
- Protect and preserve a vital green space
- Meet new people and connect with your community
- Contribute to a healthier, happier environment
Session Details
- Choose your session: Tuesday or Saturday each month
- Meet at the Lakeside Centre, Platt Fields Park
- All equipment provided (rubber gloves supplied—bring your own if preferred)
- Wear suitable clothing and footwear (the ground may be wet)
What You’ll Gain
- A sense of pride in your local park
- New friendships and community connections
- A chance to get outdoors and stay active
- The satisfaction of making a visible impact
Why Join Us?
- Protect and preserve a vital green space
- Meet new people and connect with your community
- Contribute to a healthier, happier environment
Session Details
- Choose your session: Tuesday or Saturday each month
- Meet at the Lakeside Centre, Platt Fields Park
- All equipment provided (rubber gloves supplied—bring your own if preferred)
- Wear suitable clothing and footwear (the ground may be wet)
What You’ll Gain
- A sense of pride in your local park
- New friendships and community connections
- A chance to get outdoors and stay active
- The satisfaction of making a visible impact
Skills / qualities associated with the role: Team Working
Are volunteer expenses available?: No
Duration of role: Ongoing / Long term
Opportunity times: Tuesday AM, Saturday AM
DBS required: Off
Can reasonable adjustments be made regarding additional needs?: Yes
Is this organisation part of the Sports Volunteering Scheme (SVS)?: No
Minimum hours commitment: 1.5 - 2.00 hrs
Location:
Meet outside Lakeside Centre, Platt Fields Park, Fallowfield, Manchester
Manchester
M14 6LA