Dear Residents,
Given the dry conditions and extreme wildfire risk in London at present, we wanted to remind all residents that there is no smoking, barbeques or other sources of fire (eg candles) allowed in Formosa Garden (excluding private gardens/terraces).
We also would be grateful for residents to remind garden users of this policy as necessary, and to take particular caution when smoking, barbequing or using candles in their private gardens/terraces given the risk from embers.
Further information regarding ways to prevent grass and wildfires can be found via the London Fire Brigade: https://www.london-fire.gov.uk/safety/grass-and-wildfires/.
We are grateful for your cooperation and hope that everyone has a safe and relaxing summer.
...not just the England football team but also the ever-expanding herb bed to be found at the far end of the Med bed. Created exactly two years ago it has gone from strength to strength, with basil & chives planted today to join the mint, sage, rosemary & thyme currently there in abundance. And don't forget -- it's all free to eager pickers living on the Garden!
This year we're keeping things a little simpler with a relaxed community picnic in Formosa Garden.
The main children's activities will run from 1pm to 6pm, with the customary inflatables, face painting and, of course, the legendary Raimondo serving his famous ice cream.
Bring your own picnic if you wish, or pick up freshly made pizza from Little Red Pepper and drinks from Real Drinks on Formosa Street. Both are offering special discounts for residents using the "Summer Party" code word - see the flyer for details.
And if the sunshine continues, some of us will no doubt linger a little longer into the evening, enjoying the Garden and catching up with neighbours.
As ever, please remember to bring a picnic blanket and use plastic glasses only in the Garden - no glass, please.
Our thanks to our generous sponsors for helping make the afternoon possible. YourDental Wellness, the new Clifton Road dental practice, is already earning an exceptional local reputation - reflected in 175 Google reviews, every one of them five stars. Thanks also to FWC Design, Build & Maintain, who pride themselves on delivering reliable, high-quality work and good value for their clients.
We look forward to seeing you there.
