Events and News
Date set for Bark in the Park 2026
Posted 1 month ago
The 2026 edition of Bark in the Park, the Friend’s of Queen’s Park’s ever popular dog show has been set. It will take place on Saturday, 6th June with registration kicking off at 11am in the Coastway Vets‘ tent. Coastway Vets are the headline sponsor.
As usual there are a number of classes in the show, all of which can be sponsored.
Those classes are:
Cutest puppy (under 1 year-old)
Handsomest Dog
Prettiest Girl
Doggie Triathlon
Golden Oldie over 7 years old)
Best Rescue Boy
Best Rescue Girl
Temptation Alley
Fancy Dress
Best Trick
Best Sausage Catcher
BEST IN SHOW
Anyone interested in sponsoring a class or taking a pitch should email: chair@fqpbrighton.net
Photo-caption: Jax, the Red Labrador, who was named Best in Show 2025
Weather forces Carols in the Park cancellation
Posted 2 months ago
With the lastest weather forecasts predicting high winds and heavy rain between 6 pm and 8pm, the Friends of Queen’s Park have reluctantly decided to cancel the annual Carols in the Park scheduled for this evening.
Unfortunately, there is also no possibility of moving the popular community event to another date before Christmas either.
It is hoped that the weather gods will be kind to us next year and that Carols in the Park will make a triumphant return! In the meantime, the Friends of Queen’s Park wish you all a peaceful and happy Christmas.
Adverse weather threatens Carols in the Park
Posted 2 months ago
The organiser of Carols in the Park, which is scheduled to take place on Friday, 5th December at 6pm in the Royal Spa Nursery play area, is anxiously keeping a close watch on the weather forecast and will take a decision at 11am on the day of the event, whether to press ahead, postpone, or cancel it completely.
Friends of Queen’s Park Vice-chair Sarah Healey, who leads on the organisation of the popular annual community said: “With high winds of up to 25 mph and a 95 percent chance of rain currently being forecast, we will need to take a decision in the morning of the event whether it is safe to press ahead or not.”
Once a decision is taken it will be broadcast on the Friends of Queen’s Park website, via direct mail and on social media platforms such as Facebook, X, Threads and Instagram.
Continuing Sarah said: “Rescheduling Carols in the Park before Christmas will depend on the availability of the Salvation Army band, the Vox Community Choir and whether access to the Royal Spa Nursery will still be possible – not to mention obtaining a new license in time to sell mulled wine.
“In other words, there are a lot of moving parts that need to be put in place if it will be possible or not.”
Carols in the Park 2025
Posted 3 months ago
Friday, 5th December entry from 6pm
The annual Carols in the Park, brought to you by the Friends of Queen’s Park, takes place in the play area of the Royal Spa Nursery on Friday, 5th December.
Featuring the Salvation Army brass band and the Vox Community Choir, mulled wines, mince pies, soft drinks and biscuits will be available. While contactless payment will be available, cash will also be accepted. All profits raised will go towards maintaining the park. Access will be from 6 pm onwards,
Click HERE to download the Carols sheet.
Volunteers wanted
The Friends of Queen’s Park is looking for willing volunteers to help on the day with the following tasks:
- Setting up from 4pm at the Royal Spa
- Serving and distributing mulled wine and refreshments
- Audience support
- Litter picking
- Post event clear up
Finally, a reminder that NO DOGS will be allowed in the Nursery’s play area.
JOIN THE BIG CLEAN
Posted 3 months ago
The Friends of Queen’s Park big Autumn park clean takes place on Sunday, 16th November from 10 o’clock till noon.
It will follow Junior Parkrun and those wishing to take part in the Big Clean should make their way to Queen’s Park Tennis Club where tools and jobs will be assigned.
All children taking part will get a FREE hot chocolate and a biscuit.
To sign up in advance either scan the QR code in the graphic or email HERE.