In August our FoPP volunteers were pleased to welcome a group from the Network of International Women for Brighton & Hove to visit Preston Park. As part of their Healthy Living Programme the Network organises short weekly walks in the local area for interested members.
We led the group on a walking tour around the park, taking in as many of its beautiful and unique features as possible. The individuals in the group had previously visited the park but were fascinated to visit some completely unfamiliar pockets of interest. In particular we spent time inside the 13th century St Peter’s Church, enjoyed greatly by the group. we wandered through the plant beds, the Preston Manor walled garden and amongst new and ancient trees. The group also observed the huge range of sports and activities with facilities throughout the park. Unfortunately there was insufficient time to try out the adult gym!
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The group returned to the rose garden in time to join the FOPP volunteers for their tea & coffee break in The Rotunda Cafe. There was much chat about our gardening practices throughout the park, and a real fascination for the roses, particularly the traditional English varieties.
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Several of the group expressed interest in volunteer gardening and we look forward to them joining our FoPP volunteer groups around the park.