2026 Events Programme
We organise a full programme of events in addition to our regular working parties. There is something for all ages - our walks, talks and other events appeal to those interested in gardening, nature, heritage and citizen science. We have an expanding list of partner organisations (link to partners page) who work with us on encouraging residents to meet the bats, birds, bugs and butterflies which call the park home or visit from time to time.
Working Parties
Our volunteer working parties usually meet on the first Wednesday and last Saturday of each month. Tasks include general gardening activities, clearing paths, litter picking, planting trees and bulbs and removing graffiti. If you want to help, just come along suitably dressed wearing stout shoes to the meeting place at the end of Northbrook Avenue. what3words: ///truly.professes.jazz at 10.00am.
New volunteers are always welcome, come along and enjoy the fresh air, some exercise and good company. You will be given a safety briefing and training if required. Tools are provided or you can bring your own.
29 March 2026
SUNDAY Working Party
9:00 am
Meet at the top of St Giles Hill Park, where Northbrook Ave & Baring Rd meet.
25 April 2026
Saturday Working Party
9:00 am
Meet at the top of St Giles Hill Park, where Northbrook Ave & Baring Rd meet.
1 April 2026
Wednesday Working Party
9:00 am
Meet at the top of St Giles Hill Park, where Northbrook Ave & Baring Rd meet.
6 May 2026
Wednesday Working Party
9:00 am
Meet at the top of St Giles Hill Park, where Northbrook Ave & Baring Rd meet.
Nature and Other Events
Our 2026 calendar will kick off in April, when we're planning A Dawn Chorus Walk and a repeat of our Bat Watching Evening. Full dates & details coming soon. Additionally we will be participating in the Winchester Garden Festival and Hampshire Heritage Days Festival this - check back for more information.
When registering for an event, you will be asked to provide name, email address and a phone number. The Friends of St Giles Hill may use the information you provide for the purposes of event planning in accordance with our objectives, and may share it with our Trustees and designated Officers. Any data we gather via registration will be used strictly in accordance with our privacy policy: www.friendsofstgileshill.org/privacy. You can exercise your rights and withdraw your consent to receive communications at any time by contacting us: SGHParkFriends@outlook.com.