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The

Friends of
St Andrews
Park

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Park Est. 1895 • Bristol
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Preserving and enhancing our cherished Victorian green space in the heart of Bishopston, Bristol. Join us in protecting this vital community asset for future generations.

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About Us

The Friends of St Andrew's Park are a group of people who love our beautiful Park and want to actively help in its protection, enhancement and greater biodiversity.

Since it was created in 1895, St Andrew's Park has seen many changes. It is one of the most intensively used parks in Bristol and provides an invaluable haven for local people of all ages.

We support a range of popular attractions including a well-equipped children's play area, Summer paddling pool, cafe, gently rolling landscape with wonderful variety of trees, wildlife pond, perennial flower meadow, community food garden, and the Wellington Bomber memorial.

How to Get Involved

Join our volunteers and help maintain our wonderful park.

Join Our Volunteers

We welcome new volunteers! You don't need expertise, just enthusiasm. Each project has a co-ordinator who organises sessions.

Email us at fosapsecretary@gmail.com to join.

"It is VERY enjoyable and rewarding, sharing the experience with other local people."

St Andrews Park

The Pond & Wildlife Area

Co-ordinator: Jo

Work involves cutting back vegetation in Autumn/Winter and raking cut material.

Support Pond Renovation

The Perennial Beds

Co-ordinator: Karen

Sessions every 4-6 weeks for tidying, deadheading, and cutting back.

"The Pod" Community Garden

Co-ordinators: Penny and Helen

Regular sessions throughout the year:

  • 2nd Tuesday @ 2:00 pm
  • Last Saturday @ 10:00 am

The Wildflower Meadow

Co-ordinator: Steve

Main work in Autumn: cutting the meadow and raking off material to encourage growth.

Wellington Bomber Memorial

Co-ordinator: Jenny

Keeping the stone clean and adjacent planting tidy.

Explore Our Tree Trail

Self-guided nature walk (30 mins).

Discover historic trees and wildlife habitats.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Usually between June and September each year.

The PDF document can be downloaded here: Tree Trail Guide

Subject to weather:
  • Tuesday-Friday: 8.00am - 4.00pm
  • Saturday, Sunday: 9.00am - 4.00pm
  • Monday: closed

It's free to park around the park, although on busy days it can be difficult to find a space.

Contact Us

We'd love to hear from you. Join us, share ideas, or learn more.

Address

Effingham Rd, Bishopston, Bristol BS6 5AX