Our 'Autumn 2017' Newsletter
Sydney Gardens is the only remaining Georgian Pleasure Park in the country. The Friends of Sydney Gardens (FoSG) feel strongly that this special place should be protected and conserved to ensure the park can be enjoyed by young and old for many years to come.
FoSG are an enthusiastic group who wish to encourage everyone, with an interest in Sydney Gardens, to become a member. The FoSG newsletter will keep you informed of what is happening to your park.
If you would like to become a member of FoSG or have any suggestions on improving or maintaining your park, please contact the FoSG secretary Gill, email: info@friendsofsydneygardens.org.
FoSG are an enthusiastic group who wish to encourage everyone, with an interest in Sydney Gardens, to become a member. The FoSG newsletter will keep you informed of what is happening to your park.
If you would like to become a member of FoSG or have any suggestions on improving or maintaining your park, please contact the FoSG secretary Gill, email: info@friendsofsydneygardens.org.
A lot has been happening in Sydney Gardens recently
15th July 2017 - Bath Carnival in Sydney Gardens
FoSG shared a stand with B&NES at the recent Bath Carnival event held in Sydney Gardens. The event was a great success and enabled us to discuss the programme of improvement to the Gardens with the people attending the Carnival event. Several people signed up as new members. The photo shows B&NES project team for the HLF in fun fancy dress.
FoSG shared a stand with B&NES at the recent Bath Carnival event held in Sydney Gardens. The event was a great success and enabled us to discuss the programme of improvement to the Gardens with the people attending the Carnival event. Several people signed up as new members. The photo shows B&NES project team for the HLF in fun fancy dress.
19th August 2017 - RSPB
Bug and mini beast’s activity, organised by the RSPB drew great interest. The children used nets to catch various bugs which were then identified by the RSPB team. The activity was enjoyed by many inquisitive children.
Bug and mini beast’s activity, organised by the RSPB drew great interest. The children used nets to catch various bugs which were then identified by the RSPB team. The activity was enjoyed by many inquisitive children.
August 2017 - Benches Repaired
The long awaited repairs to the benches in Sydney Gardens took place in August. The improvement has greatly enhanced the appearance of the gardens. The benches now looked cared for rather than neglected. This may be only a temporary solution while the HLF plans are established. However the appearance of the benches and the ability to use the seats is greatly appreciated by the many Sydney Gardens users.
The long awaited repairs to the benches in Sydney Gardens took place in August. The improvement has greatly enhanced the appearance of the gardens. The benches now looked cared for rather than neglected. This may be only a temporary solution while the HLF plans are established. However the appearance of the benches and the ability to use the seats is greatly appreciated by the many Sydney Gardens users.
16th September 2017 - Bathscape Walking Festival
Sydney Gardens recently hosted the first day of the Bathscape Walking Festival. This event was organised by Sue Palmer, the Sydney Gardens Community Ranger. Sue is part of the project team helping to develop the plans for the Stage 2 bid to the HLF. Sue is organising activities over the coming months for all ages, as part of this development phase. On the day of the walking festival there were Mindfulness Walks and historic tours of the garden - all very popular and fully booked!
Sydney Gardens recently hosted the first day of the Bathscape Walking Festival. This event was organised by Sue Palmer, the Sydney Gardens Community Ranger. Sue is part of the project team helping to develop the plans for the Stage 2 bid to the HLF. Sue is organising activities over the coming months for all ages, as part of this development phase. On the day of the walking festival there were Mindfulness Walks and historic tours of the garden - all very popular and fully booked!
HLF Stage 2 Bid
Sydney Gardens is currently in the ‘Development Phase’ of a Stage 2 bid to the Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF) to secure a £3.6 million grant to improve the historic park. The funding will be used to restore historic buildings, invest in landscaping works, renovate the play area for use by people of all ages and create new gardens, alongside a programme of events and activities. The project will celebrate the fascinating history of the gardens, with its Galas, Illuminations, Cosmorama, Labyrinth, Merlins Swing, Concerts and Public Breakfasts.
Sydney Gardens is currently in the ‘Development Phase’ of a Stage 2 bid to the Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF) to secure a £3.6 million grant to improve the historic park. The funding will be used to restore historic buildings, invest in landscaping works, renovate the play area for use by people of all ages and create new gardens, alongside a programme of events and activities. The project will celebrate the fascinating history of the gardens, with its Galas, Illuminations, Cosmorama, Labyrinth, Merlins Swing, Concerts and Public Breakfasts.
Events for your diary
8th Oct 2017 - Gardening Sessions begin in Sydney Gardens EVERY 2nd SUNDAY OF THE MONTH, at 10am-12pm; meet at Gardeners Lodge. We have the tools and gloves, just come along and join in with the volunteers.
14th & 15th Oct 2017 - ‘House of imagination, pop up’ at Gardeners Lodge and in SG 10am to 5pm each day. Art activities for children and their families led by visual artists exploring the world of the imagination! Free, drop in.
19th Nov 2017 - FoSG AGM will take place Sunday afternoon 3pm – 4pm in the Bowles Club on Pulteney Road. Come and join us for tea/coffee & cake. Give views on the HLF in SG and find out what progress has been made.
25th Nov 2017 - 11.30am - 4.30pm Public consultation about SG HLF project in Gardeners Lodge. Come and see the latest plans. Give feedback and share your ideas with the project team.
21st April 2018 - Bath Naturalists ‘Nature Watch’ – more information in the next newsletter.
22nd April 2018 - Sydney Gardens ‘Community Day’ coincides with World Heritage Day, with events taking place around Bath – more information in the next newsletter.
Regular updates about events and about the project are put on the noticeboards at the entrances to SG.
8th Oct 2017 - Gardening Sessions begin in Sydney Gardens EVERY 2nd SUNDAY OF THE MONTH, at 10am-12pm; meet at Gardeners Lodge. We have the tools and gloves, just come along and join in with the volunteers.
14th & 15th Oct 2017 - ‘House of imagination, pop up’ at Gardeners Lodge and in SG 10am to 5pm each day. Art activities for children and their families led by visual artists exploring the world of the imagination! Free, drop in.
19th Nov 2017 - FoSG AGM will take place Sunday afternoon 3pm – 4pm in the Bowles Club on Pulteney Road. Come and join us for tea/coffee & cake. Give views on the HLF in SG and find out what progress has been made.
25th Nov 2017 - 11.30am - 4.30pm Public consultation about SG HLF project in Gardeners Lodge. Come and see the latest plans. Give feedback and share your ideas with the project team.
21st April 2018 - Bath Naturalists ‘Nature Watch’ – more information in the next newsletter.
22nd April 2018 - Sydney Gardens ‘Community Day’ coincides with World Heritage Day, with events taking place around Bath – more information in the next newsletter.
Regular updates about events and about the project are put on the noticeboards at the entrances to SG.
Volunteers Required
Litter is collected by B&NES from Sydney Gardens on week days only, because of this from July 2014 FoSG volunteers have been collecting litter at the weekend. B&NES parks department support FoSG effort by providing high visibility jackets, litter pickers, gloves and refuse bags. FoSG have also established a group of volunteers to help with small maintenance tasks in the garden e.g. weeding, clearing flower beds and green shoots/planting days for bulbs and other plants. Come and join us and make a difference to your park. Contact: info@friendsofsydneygardens.org
Litter is collected by B&NES from Sydney Gardens on week days only, because of this from July 2014 FoSG volunteers have been collecting litter at the weekend. B&NES parks department support FoSG effort by providing high visibility jackets, litter pickers, gloves and refuse bags. FoSG have also established a group of volunteers to help with small maintenance tasks in the garden e.g. weeding, clearing flower beds and green shoots/planting days for bulbs and other plants. Come and join us and make a difference to your park. Contact: info@friendsofsydneygardens.org
Useful Info
Unfortunately due to cuts in park funding there is no longer a full time gardener in the park.
If you wish to report a problem in Sydney Gardens, you can speak to the gardener who is available Monday to Friday. Otherwise call:
Council Connect:
01225 394041.
After-hours and weekends:
01225 477477
Unfortunately due to cuts in park funding there is no longer a full time gardener in the park.
If you wish to report a problem in Sydney Gardens, you can speak to the gardener who is available Monday to Friday. Otherwise call:
Council Connect:
01225 394041.
After-hours and weekends:
01225 477477
Committee members
Jonathan East (Chairman)
Michael Logothetis (Vice Chair)
Gill Gazzard (Secretary)
Richard Brown (Treasurer)
Roger Boothroyd
Caroline Greenwood
Jack Sparrow
Jonathan East (Chairman)
Michael Logothetis (Vice Chair)
Gill Gazzard (Secretary)
Richard Brown (Treasurer)
Roger Boothroyd
Caroline Greenwood
Jack Sparrow