The friends of Hirst Park (FOHP) is a group of people from Ashington and the surrounding areas who meet together to improve and develop Hirst Flower Park and its surrounding area. This will be achieved by the following objects:
Work in partnership with statutory and non statutory agencies to promote environmental improvement and enhance opportunities for wildlife and biodiversity.
Create opportunities to educate, encourage and support the local community in environmental practice including recycling
Promote leisure, sport, community recreation and play facilities by liaising with appropriate bodies for the benefit of park users and residents.
Develop social opportunities and encourage the social interaction and support of isolated members of the community such as the elderly, young parents and those on low incomes.
The group is open to people of any age and background.
