Find out what’s coming up in and around Clissold Park, including Clissold Park User Group meetings, litter picks and other activities. You can also find information about taking part in CPUG events and activities, or organising an event in the park.
Upcoming events
Bat walks in Clissold Park
Thursday 24 September, 6.30pm
Friday 9 October, 6pm
Meet at Fink’s Pump House
Join Angela Clare for a guided evening bat walk around Clissold Park, with a new educational programme at each walk.
CPUG public meeting
Saturday 14 November 2026, 11am
New River Room, Clissold House
CPUG’s public meetings are open to everyone. Come along to hear updates about the park, ask questions, raise concerns and share ideas.
CPUG litter picks
CPUG organises regular litter picks in Clissold Park, usually on the last Saturday of the month.
Everyone is welcome and equipment is provided. Dates and meeting points are announced on the website, through the CPUG newsletter and on our social media channels.
Recent CPUG events and activities
CPUG organises and supports activities throughout the year, including litter picks, wildlife walks and biodiversity surveys.
Recent activities have included:
- 20 September 2026 — World Cleanup Day litter pick
- 29 August 2026 — Clissold Park litter pick
- 30 May 2026 — Clissold Park litter pick
- 29 May 2026 — Bat walk
- 26 May 2026 — Breeding Bird Survey
- 9 April 2026 — Bat walk
Help with a CPUG event or activity
CPUG runs and takes part in events and activities in Clissold Park. There may be opportunities to help with events, practical activities, fundraising or other projects.
You can also get involved if you have skills or experience that could help with a CPUG activity or project.
Organise an event or activity in Clissold Park
Clissold Park is managed by Hackney Council. If you want to organise an event, activity or other organised use of the park, you may need permission from the Council.
For events in Clissold Park:
Hackney Events Team: Leanne Douglas · leanne.douglas@hackney.gov.uk · 020 8356 4309
For other permissions, park management enquiries and Council contacts:
Events at Clissold House
Clissold House can be hired for weddings, parties, meetings and other events through Hackney Venues.
Hackney Venues: venuehire@hackney.gov.uk · 020 8356 5505