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June 29, 2026

Summer Picnic in the Park 7th August

☀️ Summer in Stratford Park just got even better! ☀️

Join Active Lifestyles Stroud District this August for a fantastic programme of FREE events, bringing people of all ages together for fun, activity and connection.

Date: 7th August
TIme: 10:00am – 4:00pm
Location: Stratford Park

Expect a full day of activities – why not bring a picnic and make a day of it?

What’s on?

FREE activities…

  • Arts & crafts
  • Multi-sports
  • Tennis
  • Tennis coaching
  • Slip & slide
  • Paddling pools
  • Yoga for families
  • Live music
  • Garden games
  • Fire engine visits
  • Museum activities
  • Museum exhibitions
  • Trails
  • Badminton
  • Table tennis
  • Pickleball
  • Little Kickers football taster sessions

Activities at £2.00 per go…

  • Mini golf
  • Surf simulator
  • Face painting
  • Inflatable Mountain
  • Bubble football (£5.00 per session, advance booking recommended

…and so much more!

💚 These events are all about bringing the community together through activity, wellbeing and fun.

Want to know more? Get in touch!

Call: 01453 766771

Email: leisure@stroud.gov.uk

June 24, 2026

Walk with me – Weekly community walk at Stratford Park

Join us for our Walk with Me sessions, a welcoming weekly community walk designed to bring people together through movement, connection and wellbeing.

Taking place at Stratford Park, these guided walks offer the perfect opportunity to get active in a relaxed and supportive environment. Whether you’re looking to meet new people, enjoy the outdoors, or simply take some time for yourself, this session is open and accessible to all abilities.

Session Details:

  • Thursdays (from 23rd July)
  • 9.30am – 10.30am
  • Meet outside Stratford Perk Cafe (seating next to the play area)

Each walk explores scenic routes around the park and surrounding areas, with a steady pace that allows you to enjoy your surroundings while connecting with others.

After the walk, you’re invited to stay and socialise with a complimentary tea, coffee, or cold drink in the café, included in the price.

Cost: £8.70 per session

Why join?

  • Build connections and make new friends
  • Support your physical and mental wellbeing
  • Enjoy regular time outdoors in a friendly group
  • Be part of a welcoming and inclusive community

Book your place via the Active Lifestyles Stroud app, online here, by phone 01453 766771, or in person at reception.

Terms & Conditions

By taking part in the Stratford Park Weekly Walk, participants agree to the following:

  • Walks are open to all abilities; however, participants are responsible for ensuring they are fit and able to take part.
  • Suitable clothing and sturdy footwear must be always worn.
  • Please dress appropriately for the terrain and weather conditions. (depending on route chosen on the day, terrain could be – hilly, grassy, tarmac, woodland, stones, uneven
  • Walks will generally go ahead in most weather conditions.
  • Participants should check the forecast and come prepared for rain, sun, or colder temperatures.
  • In extreme weather, sessions may be cancelled or postponed (participants will be notified where possible).
  • Participants are encouraged to bring water and stay hydrated throughout the walk.
  • Please take responsibility for your own wellbeing and inform the walk leader of any relevant health concerns.
  • Dogs are not permitted on these organised walks.
  • Participants must follow any instructions given by the walk leader.
  • Please be respectful of others, park users, and the environment.
  • Personal belongings are brought at your own risk.
  • The organisers cannot accept responsibility for loss or damage to belongings, or injury to participants.
  • Full payment must be made prior to starting the walk , this can be done via the app, website, telephone or in person at reception.
  • Payment and cancellation policy applies – Refund Policy – Active Lifestyles Stroud District
June 17, 2026

Summer Picnic in the Park

This summer, Active Lifestyles (Stroud District) will be hosting a programme of four community events at Stratford Park, designed to bring residents together through a wide range of accessible, multigenerational activities.

Each event will offer a diverse mix of opportunities including multiports, tennis, croquet, yoga, arts and crafts, bubble football, mini golf and more!  We will actively encourage families and residents to make a day of it, bringing a picnic, enjoying the park, and exploring the leisure centre and museum, both of which will be offering complementary activities.

DATE: 7, 14 21 & 28 August
TIMES: 10.00am – 4.00pm

To ensure these events are as inclusive and accessible as possible, many activities will be free to attend, with others available at very low cost.

We are also inviting local groups, charities and organisations to get involved by delivering free taster sessions or activities.  This provides an excellent opportunity for partners to:

  • Showcase their services
  • Engage with new and diverse audiences
  • Raise their profile within the local community

In return, we will promote participating organisations through our event marketing, provide space for promotional materials, and ensure visibility on the day.

We would also welcome interest from organisations wishing to host a stall or simply attend, as well as from local performers, community groups and emerging artists who may be interested in providing live music on the bandstand.

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