Valley Gardens, located in the heart of Harrogate, is famous for its beauty and is highly regarded throughout the United Kingdom. The Friends group was formed in 2009 in order to offer the public the opportunity to support this valuable park. We work in partnership with Harrogate Borough Council to guide the Park’s future use and development.
Latest News
Pat Clarke’s Open Garden in Support of FOVG a Huge Success
Over one hundred people attended Pat Clarke’s Open Garden on a sunny Sunday, 8th August, in support of the Friends of Valley Gardens’ project to convert the Magnesia Well Pump House into an Educational Centre. The Mayor, Councillor Bill Hoult, and Mayoress, Vanessa Hoult, opened the garden. Lilly Bright-McCallum presented a bouquet of roses to the Mayoress (see photo). Ridgeway Nurseries sold plants to visitors. Home made cakes and a continuous flow of tea further enhanced the event. Pat, winner of the 1996 Daily Mail Garden of the Year, did not disappoint any of the visitors with the beauty of her garden both in colour, variety, and horticultural expertise. The impressive and immaculate hostas and abundant phlox set in the ambiance of this quintessential English country garden made an excellent summer afternoon and for us all. Over £700 were raised. FOVG would like to thank Pat and all of the volunteers and guests whose help made this event so successful.
Pinewood Group to Sponsor Open Day and Gala
- The Pinewood Conservation Group which supports the Pinewoods, located adjacent to Valley Gardens to the west, will be having their annual Open Day and Gala on Saturday, 4th September from 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM. It will be held on the Recreation Area between Harlow Moor Road and Crag Lane. To download the flyer for this event, click here or visit their website for details.
- On 14th September at 7:00 PM, there will be a presentation by our Harrogate Historian, Malcolm Neesam, on the “History of Valley Gardens” at the Harlow Hill Club, College Street, off Otley Road, Harrogate HG2 0AH. Tickets are £7 per person and all proceeds will go toward supporting the Projects being sponsored by Friends of Valley Gardens. For tickets, please contact Jane Blayney at 01423 505231 or Helen McCallum at 01423 507208
- Friends of Valley Gardens will sponsor a “Fish and Chips Pub Quiz Night” at the Green Hut, Beckwith Ave, Harrogate on Friday, 15th Oct 2010 starting at 7:00 PM. Bring you own wine / drinks. The evening will cost £10 per person which includes a fish and chip supper from Oliver’s, a pub quiz, camaraderie with FOVG members and friends. Tea and Coffee will also be available. Early booking by 13th Oct is required. Please click here for the flyer and booking form or send a check payable to Friends of Valley Gardens for £10 per person to Helen McCallum, 54 Swinton Court, Harrogate HG2 0BB. All proceeds will support FOVG Projects.
What’s New On Our Site
- Details and additional photos concerning the projects that the Friends will initially sponsor have been added to the Projects and Ideas section. If you have ideas for other projects please contact us.
There will be future opportunities to help plant in Valley Gardens. The number of volunteers must be limited due to limited space. If you would like to have your name added to a list of volunteers for future planting opportunities please contact Kate Dawson at Harrogate Borough Council, phone: 0845 300 6091 .
The activities we will be participating in and those that we will sponsor will be discussed on this site and at the meeting on 28th July.
Additional Links
Follow these links for additional information
- Games in Parks
- Harrogate in Bloom
- Harrogate Borough Council Parks and Recreation
- Skateboard Park Valley Gardens Facebook Page
- RHS Harlow Carr
- Friends of Harlow Carr
- Pinewood Conservation Group
- Harrogate Tourist Information Center
- Sun Pavilion
- Claro Marine Modellers
- Claro Orienteering Club
- New Zealand Garden Blog
- BBC Valley Gardens in Pictures