We are extremely excited to announce a series of events and initiatives alongside South East London Community Energy (Selce, pronounced ‘cell-see’). Some of you might remember the excellent talk given by Nadia Smith of Selce on retrofitting homes in conservation...
The St. John’s Society ran two community picnics in Brookmill Park many years ago in 2003 and 2004. This year saw the first Picnic in the Park in Friendly Gardens on Sunday 18th June and it did not disappoint. A fantastic demonstration of community collaboration...
Returning in 2023 the popular Picnic in the Park in Friendly Gardens. The event is all about having fun with family and friends and everyone is welcome. The day falls on International Picnic Day 2023 and Father’s Day. This year we are back with a great line-up...
The benefits of trees are important and undisputed. They help to maintain biodiversity, cool buildings, reduce flood risk, and absorb carbon. There is also a clear correlation between life expectancy and a leafy environment (1) so what’s not to like? Unfortunately...
Friends of Friendly Gardens and St John’s Society attended the drop-in session held by Thames Water in the compound of Friendly Gardens on 26 April 23. We did express our concern that this open day had not been made fully public with a leaflet drop or contacting FOFG,...
