We are a community-led organisation dedicated to maintaining and improving Elm Road Recreation Ground. Through volunteer events, conservation efforts, and community activities, we work together to keep our park beautiful and welcoming for all.
Our Mission
To maintain and improve Elm Road Recreation Ground as a vibrant, safe, and enjoyable space for all members of our community to relax, play, and connect with nature.
Protect the park
Support litter picks, planting days, and practical improvements that keep Elm Road Recreation Ground safe, clean, and loved.
Grow local participation
Make it easy for neighbours to join in, hear about events early, and contribute without needing to join a committee first.
Create visible momentum
Turn volunteer effort into visible results, then document them so more residents can see what is happening in the park.
Why the park matters
Shared green space
Elm Road Recreation Ground is used for play, exercise, social time, and day-to-day breathing room in the neighbourhood.
What FERR focuses on
Practical improvement
The group concentrates on maintenance, planting, events, and small visible changes that improve how the park feels.
How people join in
Low-friction participation
You can attend a single event, volunteer occasionally, share ideas, or simply stay updated through the site and WhatsApp.
Latest Update
Friends of Elm Road Rec AGM 2026
Everyone is welcome to join us on Wednesday 21 October 2026 at 7:30pm at Canbury Pavilion, Canbury Gardens, KT2 5AJ.
At the meeting
We will elect committee members, report on the last year, and share plans for the year ahead.
Get involved
If you cannot attend, use the contact page to get in touch or join the WhatsApp group for updates.
Quick Actions
Pick the fastest way to get involved
Whether you want to attend an event, volunteer, or stay updated, the site should get you there in one click.
Discover More
Three ways to understand what FERR does
If you want the full picture, start with the events archive, learn who is behind the group, or go straight to the contact page and join in.
Events Archive
See what has been happening in the park
Browse family events, volunteer sessions, planting days, and community activity in one place.
About FERR
Meet the residents behind the group
See what FERR has already delivered, how the group works, and what it is trying to improve next.
Get Involved
Join the next piece of work
Volunteer for a session, share an idea, or join WhatsApp so you hear about new activity early.
Latest News
Recent updates from the park
The newest posts are the quickest way to see what has happened recently and what the group is working on now.