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We are the charity caring for Milton Keynes' parks, woodlands and lakes, forever.

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2023-24 was another jam-packed year for our charity, with our team members and volunteers going above and beyond to deliver outstanding work throughout the seasons.

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What's On

We host around 500 events and activities across Milton Keynes' green spaces every year. Check out what's on in your local parks.

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Elfield Nature Park

Workshop: An introduction to whittling

26/04/2025

Ever wanted to try whittling something out of wood? Join this introductory session and find out how.
Lodge Lake

Woof Walk: Lodge Lake

26/04/2025

Let your dog explore and socialise at Lodge Lake.
Group of people walking through Great Linford Manor Park towards Manor house
Great Linford Manor Park

Great Linford Manor Park Guided Walk

27/04/2025

Join the Friends of Great Linford Manor Park on a guided walk to discover the historic features of this unique site.
Group of people cycling next to a lake
Caldecotte Lake

Parks & Ride: Caldecotte Lake

27/04/2025

Join us for a leisurely family ride around Caldecotte Lake.
Group of women walking alongside the canal
Stanton Low Park

Women's Walking Network: Stanton Low

01/05/2025

Explore Stanton Low at this monthly walking group for women.

Long eared bat holding resting on a tree
Furzton Lake

Bat Walk: Furzton Lake

01/05/2025

Learn about native bats and how to hear and see them at this amazing walk at Furzton lake.

Howe Park Wood

Tree Tots

01/05/2025

Weekly outdoor nature play sessions for you and your little ones.
Pinky purple allium flowers in meadow with blue sky and trees in the distance
Stanton Low Park

Community Volunteering: Allium Allies

03/05/2025

Make a blooming big difference by helping remove weeds at Stanton Low Park.
Parent and child walking in the park
Stanton Low Park

SMOC Orienteering: Stanton Low Park

04/05/2025

Join South Midlands Orienteering Club for an orienteering event.
Marathon runners starting the run by passing through the blue inflatable start sign and a cloud of confetti.

MK Marathon

05/05/2025

Join in the running fun or cheer on the runners at the annual MK Marathon.
Group of people on a guided walk in Milton Keynes park

MK Walking Festival

07/05/2025

Celebrate National Walking Month with the MK Walking Festival 2025. A variety of events across 4 days showcasing how amazing Milton Keynes is.

Ash tree in Campbell Park

Walking Festival: Why We Travel, with MK Lit Fest

07/05/2025

Join Ash Bhardwaj for a captivating talk at Waterstones Midsummer Place.
Lodge Lake

Walking Festival: MacIntyre Mental Health Walk

07/05/2025

Come along to a gentle walk starting from the Macintyre café at Great Holm.
Pathway along Milton Keynes lake with blue sky and clouds
Ashland Lakes

Inclusive Stroll: Ashland Lake

08/05/2025

Join the Inclusive Strolls for a guided introductory walk through Milton Keynes’ green spaces.
Milton Keynes Rose

VE80 Celebration

08/05/2025

Celebration for the 80th anniversary of the end of the Second World War
Linford Wood

Walking Festival: Wellbeing Wander

08/05/2025

Take part in outdoor activities designed to help you relax and get closer to nature.
Women's walking event in Milton Keynes park
Shenley Wood

Walking Festival: Women's Walking Network

08/05/2025

Explore Shenley Wood with Milton Keynes' women's walking group.
Two people running along Willen Lake path
Milton Keynes Rose

Walking Festival: Open Social 5km Run with MK Lakeside Runners

08/05/2025

Come along to a social 5km run starting at the Milton Keynes Rose.
Image, indicating Electra, Red Lion boat at the Fenny Lock. Blue and green boat with yellow Electra Logo

Walking Festival: Walk and Glide Cruise from Fenny with Electra

08/05/2025

Enjoy a guided walk and a glide on Milton Keynes' electric community boat.
Linford Wood

Walking Festival: Linford Wood & Homeworld

08/05/2025

Join us for a leisurely walk in two contrasting parts.
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Three Parks Trust volunteers in purple uniform holding shovels
Volunteering
31/03/2025

The Parks Trust volunteers help care for Milton Keynes' ponds

Our conservation volunteers have been busy this winter helping to restore ponds along the Caldecotte Brook.
Children picking up litter from a park
Outdoor Learning
20/03/2025

Calling all Primary Schools! Enter the 2025 Litter Poster Competition

Unleash your creativity and help us design a poster that encourages people to stop littering across the city.
Group of people walking in winter
Events
20/02/2025

MK Health Walks celebrates their 20 year anniversary!

This free programme offers walks every day of the week, benefitting over 11,500 residents each year!
News
12/02/2025

Request for Tender Applications for Ice Cream Concessions

Apply to trade in some of Milton Keynes' most popular parks.
Audience watching dog show at Willen Lake with observation wheel in the background
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