You can start a new group in a park where none exists.

Before starting to organise, promote and deliver outdoor activities in your park you'll need to:

  • apply to be a Parks Volunteer Lead
  • discuss your plans with Bristol Parks. We will contact you for an informal chat
  • attend Parks Health and Safety training

Once you've completed these steps you can set up a Friends of Park Group.

Set up a Friends of Park Group

Your group will need to have at least one main contact person.

Once your group is created you may want to set up promotional channels such as:

  • a Facebook page and X profile
  • a website

Resources for Friends of Parks Groups

The resources below offer guidance to develop your park or green space activity programme and group. 

Key Contacts to Support Green Space development

Roles in the group

Finance

Media

Park surveys and engagement 

Working effectively with volunteers