Author: David
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An Autumn Tree Walk in Pittville Park
Twenty Friends enjoyed a two-hour guided walk around the east side of Pittville Park on 27 September. The borough council’s Senior Tree Officer, Chris Chavasse, pointed out the most significant trees, explained the challenges that trees face from extreme weather and pests, and expounded on the aesthetic and medicinal value of particular trees. He is…
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Plans for the Park
Cheltenham Borough Council and Friends of Pittville have commissioned Illman Young Landscape Design to undertake a study of two key areas in the park: (a) the area in front of the Pump Room and (b) the Upper Lake. The study identifies current issues and proposes a range of works which could be carried out. Some…
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Our supporters at the East India Cafe are planning a new Gin and Tea Bar
Our supporters at the East India Cafe are opening a new venture on the Promenade in October – the Memsahib Gin and Tea Bar, celebrating the rich connections between Cheltenham and the British Raj. We have been the East India Cafe’s chosen local charity for the last four years, and we will receive a…
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Another successful plant sale
We held another successful plant sale on 5 May 2018 in perfect weather, which raised £480 for improvements to the park. Thanks to everyone who helped on the day and/or provided plants.
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New Data Protection regulations
New regulations on data protection come into effect on 25 May. Please click to see our Privacy Notice and Data Processing Policy.
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Pump Room re-opens to visitors
Good news! It appears that the Cheltenham Trust has reversed its recent decision to make visits to the Pump Room “by appointment only”. Friends of Pittville lobbied the Cheltenham Trust, together with other organisations and individuals, to ensure that public access to this iconic landmark was not lost. As a result, the Pump Room is…
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Another successful Quiz Night raises over £300
Another successful quiz night was organised on 5 February 2018 by Friends of Pittville member Amanda Slayton-Joslin. Once again it was hosted by Andy at the Feathered Fish with their Quizmaster Paul. The quiz has become an annual event with the numbers attending growing every year. This year there were 61 quizzers in total including Friends of…
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Pittville pulls out the stops for Heritage Open Days
Friends of Pittville and Pittville History Works Group made a major contribution to this year’s Heritage Open Days in Cheltenham. Des Marshall and Steve Blake both led walks around Clarence Square and Wellington Square, focusing on the buildings and their inhabitants, while Gloria and Peter Jones welcomed visitors to take the waters at the Pump…
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Our summer Garden Party raises £370
Our garden party held on 30 July raised £370 for Friends of Pittville funds. Over 50 people came along to enjoy the garden at Pittville Crescent Lane and the splendid selection of cakes baked by members of the committee. Although we were well prepared for the very changeable English summer weather, the rain held off. …
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We receive our Queen’s Award
Friends of Pittville received their prestigious Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service from the Lord Lieutenant of Gloucestershire, Dame Janet Trotter, at a ceremony in Pittville Park on 29 July. The Deputy Mayor, Councillor Bernard Fisher, spoke on behalf of Cheltenham Borough Council, who nominated the Friends for the award. Cheltenham MP Alex Chalk and local…