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All the fun of the fair

A band of volunteers from the Friends worked again this year with the Southwark team, led by Will Walpole, to make Dulwich Park Fair a resounding success. Former manager Paul Highman came to volunteer for the day. We will let the pictures do the talking…

Cherry laurel and a deathly potion…

Earlier in the year, with funding from the Dulwich Society and Dulwich Park Friends, London Wildlife Trust removed seventeen non-native and invasive cherry laurels from behind the old tennis courts (near to the boundary with Frank Dixon Close). The leaves and fruit pips of the species contain cyanolipids that are capable of releasing cyanide and … Continue reading Cherry laurel and a deathly potion…

Many hands make light work – some good news in austere times

In recent months you may have noticed large gangs of people working in the park. These are part of an initiative led by a dedicated Community Development Manager, Andy Robinson - to be distinguished from the regular ‘community payback’ team you might see around in orange hi-vis gilets. Andy, whose previous experience included time working … Continue reading Many hands make light work – some good news in austere times