During the night of 26/27 February 2016 vandals destroyed the Sleeping Child and other heritage artwork in Stirchley Park, provoking a furious reaction on social media. Despite this setback the environment of the park has been transformed in recent years, thanks especially to the hard work of the Friends of Stirchley Park. This photo collection is my tribute to their efforts and a celebration of the wonderful community space the park has become.
Stirchley Park in the snow (2010)
Stirchley Park and Bond Street houses in the snow (2010)
The River Bourn flowing past Stirchley Park in the snow
The Sleeping Child mural in Stirchley Park (2013)
Tree against a dark sky in Stirchley Park (2013)
The Stirchley Shakers at Sink or Swim in Stirchley Park (2013)
Sink or Swim promoted the funding bid for the Stirchley Baths redevelopment (2013)
Blossom (2014)
Wildlife (2014)
The River Bourn flows past Stirchley Park then under the Co-op car park (2014)
Exotic headgear at the Late Summer Bash in Stirchley Park
Colours (2015)
A playground for dogs (2015)
Stirchley Park through the trees (2015)
The new artwork features Sir William Cabdury, who donated the land for the park (2015)
