About us

The Founders in the Chapter House

The Friends of Lesnes Abbey & Woods was established in 2021. A voluntary group, funded by its membership, grants, donations and fund-raising activities.


Our aim is to help promote, protect and preserve the historically and scientifically important woods and abbey ruins at Lesnes Abbey Woods.  By keeping them well looked after we want to ensure that they remain a relaxing, beautiful and interesting place for people to enjoy and explore.

We encourage people to become more connected to the park through volunteering with activities such litter-picking, gardening, conservation and even green woodworking. We also promote the park through publications, guided walks, talks and events. 


Join

Become a member of the Friends of Lesnes Abbey and Woods and be involved. The cost is currently £5.00 per person per year.


As a member you will get regular notifications on activities and early notification of activities and events.


You will receive an electronic newsletter at least twice a year and be invited to a free talk and meeting at least twice a year.


If you volunteer for us then you will be covered by our liability insurance.



Fill in the form below and then to complete your membership application click on this link to go to our secure payment system: SumUp payment.

Who's who

As a friends society we have a small committee that look after the organisation in their spare time. We also have many members who regularly contribute to what we do including running our activities.