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Frequently Asked Questions

Check out the answers to our most frequently asked questions below. If you still require more information, please contact us.

General

What does The Parks Trust do?

Does The Parks Trust look after all parks and green spaces in Milton Keynes?

How is The Parks Trust financed?

What are your latest financials?

Do you have trustees?

Can you sell your land for development?

Operations

Why do you cut down trees?

Why do you cut the grass?

Do you use herbicides?

Why have the trees / shrubs/ bushes been cut back along the boundary of my house?

Can I collect wood from the parks?

Can I buy your firewood?

Is flooding a problem in MK?

How can I apply to be a contractor for The Parks Trust?

Biodiversity & Wildlife

I've seen an injured animal / bird - what should I do?

Events & Activities

Can I host an event in a park?

Can my community group celebrate in the parks?

Can I film or photograph in your parks?

Can I run my business from a park?

Can I run a forest school in your parks?

Can I sail a boat/kayak on your lakes/rivers?

Does my dog have to be on a lead in your parks?

Can I use a BBQ / fire / gas cooker in your parks?

Can I camp in your parks?

Accessibility

How are you making the parks more accessible?

Which parks are suited to wheelchair users?

Latest news

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MK Health Walks celebrates their 20 year anniversary!

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Request for Tender Applications for Ice Cream Concessions

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Group of Parks Trust volunteers holding their certificates

Celebrating Parks Trust volunteers at our annual awards evening

The annual awards evening celebrates all that our volunteers do across Milton Keynes' parks.

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Landscape Management

Meet the team keeping MK's parks clean

Our small but dedicated team of Cleansing Operatives are always busy keeping the city’s green spaces clean and tidy.