We know that the parks can mean something different to each of you. Sure, they all have a 5 Star rating, are clean and tidy etc. but we want to know what they mean to you emotionally?
If you could sum up, in one word, how being here makes you feel, what would your word be?
Family? Freedom? Happiness? Escape? Togetherness? The list can go on, but we want to hear your connection, your thoughts, your word. We believe that the words that you have are the secret to why the parks are so special.
Let us know by email: info@discoverparks.co.uk

Plans are afoot to cycle between the three parks - Arrow Bank, Pearl Lake and Rockbridge - not once, but 3 times!

One circuit is 25 miles and with careful planning and rest stops, Tony Ward (Pearl Lake B65) has set himself a target of 3 circuits - a grand total of 75 miles!

Aiming to complete the challenge one day this summer, Tony is riding to raise money for the Stroke Association and all donations are gratefully received. We will be collecting on the day, but Tony will also have a Just Giving page as well as accepting donations in person on park.

We have taken the 2021 David Bellamy ‘Blooming Marvellous’ Pledge!
We pledge to:

• Improve our existing habitats for wildlife.

• Create new wildlife habitats and features where possible.

• Manage our greenspace in as environmentally friendly way as possible.

• Involve everyone in wildlife conservation.

• Engage with local conservation bodies and projects.

As part of this we need to include records / photos / descriptions of what we have done / what we have planned to do... 
And this is where all you lovely people come in.
We encourage everyone to get involved - let us know

I just want to say a huge thank you for the continued support over the summer. 
We have had a great time with the Golf competitions, bowls match and not forgetting the beer and gin boxes over the Bank Holiday. I also want to say a huge thank you to Tony & Jackie Ward for helping to organise the Golf Days and to Rachel Wild for helping to organise the August Bank Holiday Bowls Match.
We have had a fantastic turn-out and its been great to meet some new faces.
Laura

Where is one supposed to start?
How does one express heartfelt thanks of such magnitude?
We want to say the biggest thank you to all of you for being there, for understanding, for supporting us, for rallying round, for your patience and kindness, but most of all for standing by us and helping us to believe that there is a silver lining to the cloud cast over 2020 and that together we can reach out and bathe in the light once again.

Thank you for everything and for proving that, without you, life at Discover Parks wouldn’t feel quite so right.

Glenn & Hannah and the Team

It might just be me (probably is) but I think the maintenance team secretly name their machines after action films or Super Heroes: like Rocky, Conan etc.

So I stake a claim to the name of the new mower;  Allow me to introduce Driving Miss Daisy!

I don’t know where they find the time to get it all done. The parks have been very busy while you have been away, so there will be lots to see now that you are back:

• A complete refurb’ of the Lakeside function room at Pearl Lake: New fixtures and fittings, tables, chairs and curtains.

• New sound & PA system for live acts and speakers

• High-tec sound system for ‘movie nights’

• Massive 4m square projector screen

• HD Sony projector

• Maybe Craig will make popcorn, too?

• Additions to the decking and flagstones at Lakeside (PL)

• Feature wall to Park Pool (PL) with

We love having a dog friendly park. You don’t have to leave anyone behind when you come to stay and, as we all know, there are plenty of places to exercise the dogs and let them off the lead. We also know it’s nice to drop in at the bar on the way back home for a quick half or a bite to eat.
If your dog is nicely behaved and good on the lead indoors, if they don’t jump on the furniture and disturb the other patrons, then we are happy to let them in the bar and function room - as long as you accompany them!

Yup, he’s been busy in the kitchen again. Behind the doors you can hear pans clattering and words that should never be uttered in public. The door bursts open in a cloud of steam and aromas and, when it clears, standing there is Craig. Drained of emotion; bereft of strength; completely spent. Yet, he has new creations to show for his endeavours. The turmoil has gone, the artist is sated, the creator happy to display the fruits of his labour.
A new menu is born, a few dishes of which are here to whet your appetite.

Salmon & King Prawn Alfredo         £10.95
King prawns & salmon
in a creamy

Tempus Fugit. We will be at the end of March before we know it and we will arrive at Mother’s Day on Sunday 31st March. The Lakeside will have a carvery on offer and a FREE DESERT for all Mums.
Serving from 12pm to 2pm, our delicious carvery £10.50 each or 2 for £18.

Please ALWAYS book direct with Lakeside on 01568 709000 or email lakeside@pearllake.co.uk