Kelsey Park is situated in Beckenham, in the London borough of Bromley. The Friends are a non-profit organisation founded in 1997, currently consisting of around 600 members, dedicated to its running and maintenance.
The Park opened on 31st May 1913, after the land was purchased by the people of Beckenham, for public use and enjoyment. It is a haven for all kinds of flora and fauna, with over 100 kinds of trees and over 65 species of birds having been recorded, a huge variety of flowers in the spectacular herbaceous border, and a vast array of wildlife.
There is something here for everyone - from rose gardens, water features, and nature trails, to tennis courts and a mini golf course, to a café and playground. Dog owners are welcome on the eastern side of the lake, while those seeking a more tranquil outing can find that peace on the other side on the main lawn by the herbaceous border.
For more information, feel free to look around the website, or visit the Information Centre, which is located near to the Manor Way entrance, and is open on weekends and Bank Holidays.
Upcoming Events
Kelsey Park main bridge reopened
Work on the main bridge at Kelsey Park has now been completed and the bridge is open for use.
From Bromley council:
As you may be aware, we are pleased to confirm that works to the Kelsey Park Bridge have now been completed.
To ensure that access could be restored as quickly as possible, a soft opening was undertaken yesterday to allow the bridge to reopen without delay and to enable the site to be formally handed back to the Council. This also marked completion of the bridge restoration, with the Portfolio Holder for Environment, Cllr Will Rowlands, and the Friends of Kelsey Park in attendance.
Further information is available on the Council’s website: Kesley Park Bridge opens, once again a glorious way to cross the lake – London Borough of Bromley.
Reinstatement works at the Wickham Road entrance are continuing and are expected to be completed before the end of March, after which normal vehicular and pedestrian access will resume.
A formal opening event with the Mayor is being planned and will take place in due course. Thank you for all your support on this project to date.
If you are organising or attending an event that you think should be included on the Kelsey Park Magazine Noticeboard or website, please contact magazine@fokp.org.uk or webmaster@fokp.org.uk