Our Patch march 2017
TIME TO get involved !
If you are looking for an active , local campaigning group look no further . Here is a selection of sterling local residents ’ associations which represent you – whether it ’ s your patch , a popular open space or the area ’ s local history . As Tim Harrison discovers , new members are always welcome
The Brackenbury Residents ’
Association formed in 1999 to foster community spirit and harness the enthusiasm of an area gentrified by estate agents who coined the phrase Brackenbury Village in the 1990s . The area is bounded by Glenthorne Road , Paddenswick and Dalling Roads , Goldhawk Road and the Hammersmith & City line . As well as regular meetings , there are social gatherings and a discussion forum on the website .
The Cathnor Park Area Action Group ( CPAAG ) initially covered Cathnor Park , but now campaigns for the interests of residents in most of Askew ward in Shepherds Bush . The area is bounded by Askew Road , Goldhawk Road , Stowe Road and Uxbridge Road .
The Stamford Brook Residents ’
Association holds regular meetings , has a newsletter and takes a great interest in the district ’ s history .
The Friends of Brook Green came into being in 2010 , later amalgamating with the longerestablished Brook Green Association . There is a regular emailed newsletter .
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The Friends of Bishops Park ( which was formally opened in 1893 ) was inaugurated at the start of the current millennium to link and inform those who love the space and want to preserve it for the enjoyment of future generations . A well-run website includes notes about future Fulham fixtures , so park users can either attend or avoid on matchdays .
The Hammersmith Society has been going for well over half a century , presenting awards to the best new buildings in the area , and wooden spoons to those deemed to fall below the standard . Set up in 1962 , it seeks to ‘ preserve and enhance architecture and the urban environment in Hammersmith ’.
Hammersmith and Fulham Historic Buildings Group was set up in 1987 to safeguard the history of the area , and record and celebrate that history . It has also carried out a valuable inventory of the area ’ s sculptures .
HAMRA , the Hammersmith Mall Residents ’ Association , keeps a close eye on the Mall conservation area and encourages residents to get involved with issues affecting the district .
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The Friends of Ravenscourt Park Walled Garden was set up in 2002 to maintain and restore a neglected area near the north east corner of Ravenscourt Park .
The Fulham Society is the environmental and historical society for Fulham , set up in 1971 initially to block a large hotel proposed for the river frontage near All Saints church .
the Ashchurch Residents
Association is for residents in or around Ashchurch Park Villas , Ashchurch Terrace , Ashchurch Grove and nearby Goldhawk Road .
The Askew Business Network holds monthly lunches to bring together the business and residential communities around Askew Road . The network , now seven years old , also has early evening events , including talks .
Old Chiswick Protection Society has fought to preserve Chiswick ’ s ancient heart for half a century . It is a charitable trust .