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Friends' groups

We have set up a number of friends' groups to help maintain and promote interest in our parks and open spaces.

Everyone is welcome to attend our friends’ group meetings.

More information

Further details are available from:

Friends of Botanic Gardens

The Friends of Botanic Gardens group meets on the first Thursday of each month and always welcomes new members.

Call 028 9031 4762 for further details.

Friends of the Waterworks

For more information about Friends of the Waterworks, including events and activities, call 028 9032 0202 (extension 3440).

Friends of Grove Wellbeing Park

For details, call 028 9032 0202 (extension 3440).

Friends of Falls Park

For details, call Michael Culbert on 07917 543626 (Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 4pm).

Friends of Woodvale Park

For details, call Stephen Quinn on 07802 301860.

Friends of the zoo

For details, call 028 9077 6277.