The Parks Trust | The Parks Trust

Floodplain Forest Nature Reserve

Great Linford Manor Park

Our impact

2023-24 was another jam-packed year for our charity, with our team members and volunteers going above and beyond to deliver outstanding work throughout the seasons.

Read our Annual Report

Trees and shrubs

were planted across our 6,000 acres

Events

hosted in the parks for the local community

Students

engaged in our school sessions

Bales of hay

were produced from our hay cutting work

Landscape Management

We maintain and develop 6,000 acres of green space in Milton Keynes.

Nature & Biodiversity

We conserve local habitats and enhance opportunities for wildlife.

large triceratops the body is painted green with sunflowers dotted round which are yellow and the dinosaur has a blue head

Public Art

We care for over 30 pieces of public art across the city's parks.

What's On

We host around 500 events and activities across Milton Keynes' green spaces every year. Check out what's on in your local parks.

View all events

MK Can Quest

16/10/2024

Support MK Foodbank by taking part in their 2024 fundraising challenge event.

Tree Tots

17/10/2024

Weekly nature play sessions at Howe Park Wood.

Descriptive Guided Walk: Campbell Park Art

17/10/2024

Audio-described guided walk of the public art in Campbell Park.

Ouzel Valley Park

Apple Day

19/10/2024

Discover the delights of the season at Woughton on the Green Community Orchard.

Two people sat drinking coffee inside church

Great Linford Manor Park

5 Ways Cafe at St. Andrew's Church

22/10/2024

Come along for a cuppa, a chat or a gentle guided walk at the dementia friendly cafe.

Two people sat at a table eating a burger at a street food event

Willen Lake Flavour Fest

26/10/2024

Join us for street food, bar, music, face painting and our Halloween Trail.

Broughton Brook

Woof Walk: Broughton Brook

26/10/2024

Let your dog explore and socialise at Broughton Brook

Kingsmead

Make a Difference Day: Bulb Planting at Kingsmead

26/10/2024

Make a difference in your local parks by helping us plant bulbs.

Tattenhoe Valley

Parks & Ride: Tattenhoe Valley

27/10/2024

Monthly family bike ride exploring the parks of Milton Keynes

Great Linford Manor Park

Great Linford Manor Park Guided Walk

27/10/2024

Join the Friends of Great Linford Manor Park on a guided walk to discover the historic features of this unique site.

Nature Craft for Children

29/10/2024

Nature craft for children during October Half Term at Howe Park Wood.

Ouse Valley Park

Cattle Creepy 10K

29/10/2024

Join Big Cow Events on a spooky Halloween run starting from Wolverton.

Howe Park Wood Open Mornings: Spiders, Hedgehogs and Fungi

29/10/2024

Join us this October Half Term for our exciting Open Mornings.

Glebe Farm

Family Litter Pick: Glebe Farm

30/10/2024

Join us with your family for a litter pick in the green space at Glebe Farm.

Parks & Run: Willen Lake North

03/11/2024

Enjoy a free group run whilst enjoying the scenery of Willen Lake North.

Linford Wood

Community Litter Pick: Linford Wood

04/11/2024

Help make a difference in your local park.

Willen On Ice

07/11/2024

Get your skates on and join us at the lake for ice skating, rides and festive treats this winter.

Caldecotte Lake

Women's Walking Network: Caldecotte Lake

07/11/2024

Explore Caldecotte Lake with our monthly women's walking group.

Stars in the Park

09/11/2024

Prepare to be mesmerized as we invite you to a captivating stargazing evening.

Milton Keynes Rose

Armistice Day

11/11/2024

Annual service and silence at 11am to commemorate the end of World War I.

Talk: Biodiversity in our Parks

11/11/2024

Find out about the range of wildlife and habitats across the parks in Milton Keynes.

Shenley Wood

Woof Walk: Shenley Woods

13/11/2024

Let your dog explore and socialise at Shenley Wood.

Lake with warehouse in the background at Magna Park in Milton Keynes

Broughton Brook

Discovery Stroll: Magna Park

19/11/2024

Explore the area of Broughton Brook on a free guided walk of the area.

Stony Stratford

Woof Walk: Stony Stratford Nature Reserve

30/11/2024

Let your dog explore and socialise at Stony Stratford Nature Reserve

Person running through Milton Keynes park

Ouzel Valley Park

Parks & Run: Ouzel Valley Park

01/12/2024

Join our volunteers for a scenic run through the Ouzel Valley Park.

Group of people doing a litter pick in Milton Keynes park

Walton Lake

Community Litter Pick: Walton Lake

03/12/2024

Get outdoors and help the local environment at this volunteering task.

Walk & Talk: Winter Tree ID

03/12/2024

Learn how to identify common trees in winter.

Workshop: Festive Wreaths

04/12/2024

Get in the spirit of the festive season with our eco-friendly wreath making session

Group of people walking through park in Milton Keynes

Women's Walking Network: Howe Park Wood

05/12/2024

Don't miss the last walk of the year with our monthly women's walking group.

Person running along a river wearing MK Half Marathon T Shirt