Harvest Service This Sunday we celebrate our harvest service. Please come and join us at 9.30am. All non perishable goods are welcome which will then be donated to a local food bank.... 10 Oct 2025 Our Stories
Park Refurbished gates Start writing here..A big thank you to Burnley Council for the excellent work in refurbishing the gates at the Brassey Street entrance to the park. The transformation is clear to see — the gates now l... 5 Oct 2025 Our Stories
Minutes of The Friends of Ightenhill Park Monday, 4th August 2025 Minutes from previous meeting proposed David Pickles seconded Barrie Bamford What has happened in Buzz Hub & Park since last meeting: Sandpit in the tiny tots area revamped although it needs another l... 5 Oct 2025 Members Monthly Meeting minutes
Whats on in September in and around Burnley Tue 2 — 10:00–12:00 Friends By the Water at Rosegrove; 13:30–15:30 Friends in the Garden @ Brinscall Wed 3 — 10:00–12:00 Craft chat by the campfire @ Haworth Art Gallery Thu 4 — 10:00–12:00 Campfire C... 22 Aug 2025 Our Stories
Volunteering Opportunities This week we’re delighted to share a brilliant video from Burnley’s Outdoor Town highlighting the power of local volunteers in Ightenhill Park. It captures exactly what we’re about: neighbours coming ... 17 Aug 2025 Our Stories
Friends of Ightenhill Park shortlisted for BBC Radio Lancashire “Make a Difference” Green Award 2025 A special visit to the park Our Wednesday crew were joined by Graham Liver from BBC Radio Lancashire today. It was the perfect moment to share some proud news with the team and our supporters. See Lan... 15 Aug 2025 Our Stories
Supporting Our Park - Padiham Road SPAR Many thanks to Lisa, manager at the SPAR on Padiham Road, for the generous donation of plants to our park. We’re truly grateful, and they’ll be put to good use brightening up the space for everyone to... 15 Aug 2025 Park Supporters
New CCTV camera system donated to the Friends of Ightenhill Park Start writing here..A huge thank you to Thorne Fire & Security for donating and fitting a brand-new CCTV camera system to help protect our volunteer kit and project areas in Ightenhill Park. Why we ne... 15 Aug 2025 Park Supporters
Triangle Garden From corner to community garden The Triangle started as a tired patch near the entrance. Volunteers cleared the area, prepared beds, and created a simple layout with paths and seating so everyone can ... 15 Aug 2025 Our Stories
Pond (Triangle Area) The small wildlife pond in the Triangle Area is looking fantastic thanks to steady volunteer care and support from partners. It’s fast becoming a favourite stop for families and a quiet corner for wil... 15 Aug 2025 Our Stories
Benches A little care goes a long way. Our volunteers have been cleaning, repairing and repainting benches across Ightenhill Park — making them safer, smarter and perfectly placed for a breather. What we’ve d... 15 Aug 2025 Our Stories
Paths & Play Small, steady TLC makes a big difference. Our volunteers edge paths, clear moss and litter, and work with Burnley Borough Council to keep the play areas looking cared-for and safe. Here’s what we’ve b... 15 Aug 2025 Our Stories