As the newest recruit to the Residents’ Association, I wanted to share my motivation for getting involved, hoping it will encourage some of you to help our neighbourhood thrive and stay special. I’ve lived locally for 20 years, so I know the area well and I love living here. We’ve got some great local shops and I’m always thankful to be so close to nature when I take a walk in Well Wood or Coney Hall Park.
I took some time to find out how the Residents’ Association (RA), Friends Of Coney Hall Park and other volunteer groups work with the local council and community to protect and improve Coney Hall for us all. And loving where I live, I felt I should contribute in some small way.
Did you know that the 138 bus route only goes around the whole estate because the RA campaigned for it to do so? Or that Friends Of Coney Hall Park maintain the flower beds in the park and help to maintain Well Wood? Do you realise that local residents go around the park picking up rubbish so we can all enjoy it free of litter? Are you aware that the flower planters in Coney Hall Parade are tended by volunteers and that our Christmas lights are organised by the RA? We also have someone keeping an eye on planning applications to make sure we don’t get any nasty surprises.
So, if you also love where you live, why not get involved in some small way? Contact us on coneyhallra@gmail.com to find out how you can help.
Clare