Our Projects
From restoration to conservation, our projects create a better environment so that more people can enjoy the outdoors and take pride in their local area.
Improving Pittville one project at a time
Since our inception, we have undertaken a number of projects in Pittville and the surrounding areas to help protect Pittville’s history, create an environment for wildlife to thrive and make Pittville an enjoyable place for people to come together or to simply enjoy what Cheltenham has to offer. This work is only possible thanks to the generosity of our corporate sponsors, donors, members and volunteers. We have:
18
years
experience
24
projects
completed
300+
active
members
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The restoration of Pittville Pump Room steps
On 20 November 2023, despite some rain, lots of people gathered to attend the opening ceremony of Pittville Pump Room steps, following the restoration carried out by Friends of Pittville, with the help of Snape Contracting Services. The Lord Lieutenant of Gloucestershire, Edward Gillespie, cut the ribbon and unveiled the… Read More
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Habitat Boards
The Friends of Pittville applied for grant to fund the graphic design and manufacture of lantern style information boards that describe three different habitats in… Read More
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Sensory Garden
In 2024 the Green Space volunteers began a project to convert the raised beds between the play area and the aviaries into a collection of… Read More
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Green Flag and Green Heritage status for Pittville Park
Friends of Pittville played a major role in supporting Cheltenham Borough Council’s successful application for Green Flag status and Green Heritage Site accreditation for Pittville… Read More
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Landscape Improvements to the Upper Lake
In 2017, Cheltenham Borough Council and Friends of Pittville commissioned Illman Young Landscape Design to advise on improving the landscape between the Upper Lake and… Read More
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Coin-operated dispenser for feeding ducks and other wildfowl
Friends of Pittville, in partnership with Cheltenham Borough Council, has installed a coin-operated dispenser on the Upper Lake in Pittville Park. This dispenses food which… Read More
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Improvements to Bed 38
This specific Bed 38 is located in the south west corner of the Long Garden near the junction of Wellington Road and Evesham Road. It… Read More
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Play area for Pittville Park
In 2016 the Friends of Pittville worked closely with Cheltenham Borough Council to create a new play area and to refurbish the aviaries. FoP helped… Read More
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The Restoration of Pittville Gates
Our project to refurbish Pittville Gates earned a Civic Award from the Cheltenham Civic Society in April 2016. Between 2011 and 2015, Friends of Pittville… Read More
Get Involved
Do you have some spare time or a skill that could benefit your community? Or maybe you want to meet new people while giving back to a good cause?
From planting with our Green Space Volunteers and researching for Pittville History Works, to coordinating events and fundraising for Friends of Pittville; we are always looking for people to join in.
Support Us
Become a member of Friends of Pittville to get involved, stay up-to-date and have your say.
Make a one-off donation to support the on-going enhancement of Pittville Park and surrounding areas.
Become a corporate partner and sponsor a specific project or on-going activity.