Visitors to Knowle Park may have spotted something new above the park in the past few weeks. Thanks to the excellent team at Cranleigh Men’s Shed, we now have a purpose-built stork nest installed high up in the park. It was carefully lifted into place using a cherry picker very kindly donated for the morning by King & Stevens. It was one of those lovely community moments. Local volunteers making something by hand. A local business helping us get it safely into position. And t

The park has properly settled into summer now. The trees are full, the evenings are stretching out a little longer, and there’s that familiar feeling of people lingering outside just a bit more than usual. Over the coming months, the park will be filled with opportunities to spend time together, try something new, make things, learn things, and enjoy the landscape as it changes through the season. Our summer programme brings together community celebrations, family activities,

We’re pleased to be working with the Waterlife Recovery Trust on an important conservation project here at Knowle Park. You may not have seen them, but American Mink are resident along Littlemead Brook. They are smart, fast-moving predators, and while they might look appealing at first glance, they are an invasive non-native species that can cause serious damage to our native wildlife. American Mink were brought to the UK in the 20th century for fur farming. Some escaped, an

Knowle Park Trust is pleased to announce the appointment of Sam McCone as Park Ranger for Knowle Park, the 60-acre country park and nature reserve in Cranleigh.

Our Spring Events Programme is here!

There was a bit more action than usual around the lake at Knowle Park this week. If you were walking past and noticed people watching the water a little more closely than normal, or spotted a kayak gliding across the surface, you were witnessing an important moment in the life cycle of our resident swans. Last spring, Harry and Sally, our pair of Mute swans, successfully raised two cygnets on the lake. It was a joy to watch. From tiny grey fluffballs paddling behind their par

29/08/2025 Posted by Knowle Park Autumn has arrived, and at Knowle Park we are preparing for a busy season of site management. Over the coming months, our volunteers will be carrying out a wide range of important tasks to keep the park healthy for both people and wildlife. One of our biggest priorities is clearing and trimming back the ditch network. This work helps rainwater flow into the lake rather than sitting on paths, which improves access for visitors while also suppor

22/04/2025 Posted by Knowle Park Knowle Park Trust is delighted to announce record-breaking visitor numbers during the Easter Holidays, underscoring the park’s growing popularity within the community. The park, which opened less than two years ago, saw families flock to participate in various events designed to offer fresh air, exercise, and community fun. On Easter Saturday, Knowle Park welcomed 246 children under 10 and their families to its annual Easter Egg Hunt. Thanks t

06/03/2025 Posted by Knowle Park Dear Friends of Knowle Park, Spring is on its way, and we have plenty of updates to share about improvements, wildlife, and upcoming events at Knowle Park. Read on to find out what’s happening in the park this month! Path Improvements: Enhancing Accessibility Regular visitors will have noticed that some of our paths have become soft or muddy over the winter months. While rain hasn’t been the main issue, the freeze-thaw cycle has caused fine ma

12/02/2025 Posted by Knowle Park We wanted to share an update on the current condition of our paths following the recent frosty spell. After each bout of frost, the thaw leaves some sections of the paths rather muddy for a few days. While the drainage work our amazing volunteers and contractors carried out last winter has made a real difference, we recognise there are still areas that aren’t acceptable—especially for wheelchair users, pushchairs, or anyone with balance issues

06/01/2025 Posted by Knowle Park Happy New Year! We hope you all enjoyed the festive season. Despite a few storms rolling in over Christmas, our visitors were undeterred, and the park was full of cheerful faces throughout the holidays. Volunteer Sessions Have Resumed Our volunteer sessions are back in full swing, and we’d love to see both familiar and new faces join us. We meet by Heartwork Coffee on: -Tuesdays at 9.30 am -Saturdays at 1 pm There are plenty of tasks to keep u

02/12/2024 Posted by Knowle Park Hello, and welcome to our newsletter for December, with Christmas now firmly in our sights! We’ve got lots coming up in the park before the end of this year, starting with our Winter Warmer celebration tomorrow evening. We would love to see you there! Read on for more details of what’s happening. It’s the time of the year for tree planting, while the trees are dormant and ground conditions are damp, giving newly planted trees the best possible

22/10/2024 Posted by Knowle Park Autumn is here, and we’re gearing up for a fun-filled half term at Knowle Park with a range of exciting activities for all ages! Whether you’re a puzzle lover, a keen runner, or just looking for some Halloween fun, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Here’s what’s happening in the park this half term: Mouse’s Haunted House Puzzle Trail Get ready for a spooky adventure with Paradox Parlours as they bring Mouse’s Haunted House Puzzle Trail

08/10/2024 Posted by Knowle Park Last night, we held our Annual General Meeting (AGM), followed by our Autumn Forum, bringing together volunteers, Friends of Knowle Park, and key stakeholders. During the meeting, we reviewed the year’s progress, shared our plans, and welcomed questions and suggestions from the audience. Our Annual Report will be published shortly once submitted to the Charity Commission. The Trustees and Park Manager introduced themselves, and our Chairman, M

02/10/2024 Posted by Knowle Park Today marks a special milestone as parkrun celebrates its 20th birthday! Since it began in 2004 with just 13 runners at Bushy Park in London, parkrun has grown into a global phenomenon that sees thousands of people walk, jog, run, or volunteer every week. Here at Knowle Park, we’re proud to be the home of Cranleigh parkrun , celebrating its 10th anniversary this Saturday, and Cranleigh junior parkrun . We witness firsthand the incredible benef

22/08/2024 Posted by Knowle Park We need to talk about weeds. Our approach to managing the 60 acres of Knowle Park in Cranleigh as a country park and nature reserve is based on a philosophy that embraces the beauty and value of the natural world – right down to the humble weed. For many, weeds are the enemy. The word weed conjures images of unruly plants threatening to overtake our gardens. But, here at Knowle Park, we view weeds differently. After all, weeds are simply flowe