Friends of Kings Park Stirling
We are a small charity that aims to promote and improve Stirling's Kings Park. We work with the local community to promote the use of the park and to improve its facilities. We meet regularly in the park to undertake various projects that we hope make the park an even better place to visit. We are always looking for new members so please read on and, if you wish, get involved!
Volunteer Trustee Opportunity: Committee Secretary
We are looking for a new Secretary to take over in the autumn.
We operate with a small committee of Stirling area residents. The Secretary works closely with the Chair and the Treasurer and has a central role in organising the committee business and linking with the wider membership.
What You Can Get
• Experience as a charity trustee and board member, including governance, compliance and leadership
• Insight into how community organisations operate and form partnerships with local government and funders
• Practical administrative and project management skills
• Great experience for those interested in administrative, project management, or executive assistant roles
• A chance to make a real difference in your local community
Skills You'll Need
Charity and administration experience is not necessary, but we would like our next Secretary to have:
• Interest in Kings Park and local communities
• Strong writing and communication skills
• Good organisation and attention to detail
• Reliability and a willingness to learn
• Basic digital skills (email, documents, etc.)
If you are interested, please contact us by emailing fokpstirling@outlook.com for more details and an informal discussion.
You can access the full role description and person specification here: Secretary Role
News from the Park
Parterres Project Update
For the last 2 years, the Friends group has been looking after the four parterre borders around the old fountain near the main gate to the park. A big thank you to Jane, whose enthusiasm and knowledge has been pivotal in revitalisng the area. And to our dedicated volunteers who are helping grow new residents for the parterres at home. Some with more gardening experience than others.
The plants are grouped in 4 themes. We’ve put up some handy posters to note what's growing in each parterre, so have a look next time you're passing by:
🥒Vertical Edible
🌺Fusion
🌾Grass and Grains
💟White Garden
You will usually see Jane, and other volunteers working away on a Thursday morning. Feel free to stop for a chat anytime.
Tom Wilson Memorial Tree
A Sargent's Cherry Blossom Flowering tree was planted in memory of Tom Wilson last week with the assistance of the Stirling Council Land Services team. Tom was a founding member of the Friends of Kings Park, who passed away last year.
The ceremony was attended by Dorothy, Tom's widow who donated the tree, and members of the Friends Group.