The Young Friends of Rowntree Park are running ‘The Lost Words’ poetry project for children aged 7-14. The project was inspired by the book of the same name by Robert MacFarlene – “Once upon a time, words began to disappear from the language of children” – words linked to natural world around them such as acorn, conker,Continue reading “The Lost Words Project”
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Application deadline extended
We have extended our deadline for applications for our “Artist in Residence” opportunity; please do pass on this information to anyone who might be interested. The Friends of Rowntree Park are looking for an artist who is studying in York (at post-16 level), who would like to spend time in Rowntree Park and express theirContinue reading “Application deadline extended”
I’ve got a little list
No, not a list of Christmas presents I’d like to have – a list of volunteering opportunities in the park! Well, not so little either (see below), but this gives a flavour of the work that we already do in the park – as well as some of the things that we’d like to beContinue reading “I’ve got a little list”
Do you know a potential Artist in Residence?
The Friends of Rowntree Park are looking for an artist who is studying in York (at post-16 level), who would like to spend time in Rowntree Park and express their experiences in some form of art, to include material displayed in an exhibition at the Reading Cafe. Do you know a new or emerging artistContinue reading “Do you know a potential Artist in Residence?”
Who’s the King of the Birds?
The little explorers and I are always keen to tackle a new adventure so we were very excited to test out the new park trail. We love birds, we love stories and we love looking for hidden things so it seemed like a perfect afternoon adventure. The trail map from the park café (suggestedContinue reading “Who’s the King of the Birds?”
Birthday Party: cancellation
We’ve had to take the difficult decision to cancel the Birthday Party this year. This is due to the fact that 1) we do not have enough volunteers to organise it, and 2) we have not raised the money needed for several new ‘essential items’ (eg security, portaloos, a PA system), which are required on topContinue reading “Birthday Party: cancellation”
Help the Birthday Party 2017
The Birthday Party is the biggest event in Rowntree Park and it’s always lovely to see the park so full of people having a great time. The date for 2017 is Sunday July 16th. However organising the Birthday Party is a major undertaking, with many hours being spent on planning, and on the day itself. AContinue reading “Help the Birthday Party 2017”
Look out for hedgehogs!
Guest post, from Emma Farley (from “littlesilverhedgehog”) Now that Spring has sprung, hedgehogs are starting to emerge from hibernation. It is great news that there are already hedgehog houses in Rowntree Park tucked away for spiky residents. Please remember that a hedgehog out in the day is not okay. If you see one in daylightContinue reading “Look out for hedgehogs!”
Swimming in Rowntree Park
This blogpost is by Rose and June, Friends of Rowntree Park and local residents for many years. They remember the swimming pool in the park as being an important part of growing up in York. We welcome more contributions from people who remember the park – and from people who use the park now. WeContinue reading “Swimming in Rowntree Park”
Round up for 2016
World events may be getting you down, but perhaps we can cheer you up a bit by saying that the Park, and the Friends, have had a good year overall. At our AGM, we looked back at 2016, and noted some highlights: Very Young Friends have had a strong year, with an enormous turn-out for theContinue reading “Round up for 2016”