Volunteers can help protect Campbell Park’s wildflower meadows during a Meadow Makers session on Saturday, 25 July 2026. The Parks Trust is leading the community effort, which runs from noon until 2pm at the Events Plateau by the Community Engagement Van. Participants will collect seeds and remove invasive hogweed to give native plants the space they need to flourish.
Rangers and existing volunteers will be on hand to teach attendees how to care for wildflowers as they work to safeguard the meadows. The trust urges people to bring gardening gloves, sturdy footwear, sun protection, and refreshments. The free event suits all ages, though young people must be supervised throughout.
Campbell Park is a Grade II listed landscape recognised by Historic England, and its wildflower meadows support bees and butterflies. The trust manages these areas with traditional hay cutting in summer and sheep grazing in winter. The volunteering day coincides with the annual Milton Keynes Barrio Fiesta, also taking place in the park, adding to the lively atmosphere.
Anyone interested can find the meeting point using the What3Words location swerving.peach.costumed. More details are on The Parks Trust website.
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