The Friends of Trent Country Park have concerns about the scope and scale of the proposed development of the Cockfosters Station Car Park. TfL proposes to close the station car park [except for a few disabled bays] and build 4 tower blocks to 14 floors which will seriously intrude into…

Dear Friends It’s time for an update to our many friends and supporters. First – don’t miss the chance to tell the Council what you think about events in Trent Country Park.  The consultation closes on February 14.  The online survey is brief and some of the multiple choice questions don’t…

The Council is revising its park events strategy and a public survey is available for comment until February 14. This is one of the few opportunities for public participation in the much-needed revision, so please take the time to reply. As you know, Trent Park and the surrounding area have…

As part of the restoration of the Limes Avenue pond, the Friends secured a grant for an interpretation lectern where visitors can learn about pond life – and more!  We hope you will enjoy it! You can also download the graphic here:  Pond Life graphic Two other interpretation boards that…

Roll up your sleeves, don your wellies and have a fun day whacking weeds and fixing fences with ECV. They have two days scheduled for 2020. Sunday 23 February – Trent Park Nature Trail                                               Meet 10am at the Council Depot, at the bottom of Snakes Lane, by the Wildlife Rescue…

Report on Proceedings of AGM & General meeting, held at 7.45pm on Nov 20th 2019, at Christ the King Catholic Church, Oakwood. With added explanatory notes. AGM  – The Chairman opened the AGM meeting and welcomed 23 members and guests from Thames21 and Berkeley Developments The minutes of the previous…

The Parks Department have scheduled a long list of repairs and remediation after the big events in August. Over the next few weeks you can expect to see:   Replacement of the three damaged bollards – two on Limes Avenue and one at the Cockfosters Road entrance. There is a…

The replacement basket swing and scale have arrived and are waiting for your 8-13 year-olds to enjoy them.  The playground is situated next to Go Ape.  Have fun! Thanks to the Parks Department for finding the funds for the equipment.

Spotlight is an occasional blog by Oli Haill Many visitors to Trent Country Park have an inkling that the woods are old, but are probably unaware of quite how significant their local park is in terms of nature, history and culture. Today’s blog aims to shine a light on the…

It’s time for an update to our many friends and supporters. First a date for your diaries! Our next Public Meeting will take place at 7:45pm on Wednesday November 20 at Christ the King Catholic Church, 29 Bramley Rd, London N14 4HE.  This will also be our AGM.  The meeting…