Minutes, Chair’s reports, AGM papers and other documents from Clissold Park User Group meetings are available below.
The archive provides a record of issues raised by park users and CPUG’s work with Hackney Council and other organisations.
For upcoming meetings and the latest meeting information, see Meetings & minutes.
2026
At a glance: Discussions in 2026 have included the future of the former paddling pool site and problems with the splash pad; plans to renovate the playground; cycling and e-bikes through the park; accessibility at Clissold House and the café; self-closing gates; the park animals and possible return of goats; improvements to the aviary; biodiversity and water levels in the New River; tree management; signage; drinking fountains; the park keepers’ lodge and the installation of a community-funded defibrillator. Clissold Park User Group
July 2026 – AGM
May 2026
March 2026
January 2026
2025
At a glance: Meetings in 2025 covered the renovation of the park toilets; the future of the former paddling pool site; the café and its accessibility; cycling and e-bike concerns; park gates and signage; biodiversity and planting; playground improvements; animals and the aviary; litter picking and volunteering. Later in the year, cycling through the park and proposals affecting crossings and entrances became a significant subject of discussion. Clissold Park User Group
November 2025
Chair’s report – November 2025
September 2025
Chair’s report – September 2025
July 2025 – AGM
May 2025
March 2025
January 2025
Meeting document – January 2025
2024
At a glance: CPUG discussions in 2024 included recurring problems with the splash pad, the future of the former paddling pool area, toilet improvements, park signage and self-closing gates. Other subjects included the closure and retendering of the Clissold House café, café accessibility, cycling speeds and routes through the park, biodiversity, drainage, the playground, the park’s goats and other animals, and recruiting representatives for different groups of park users. Alexandra Hamit was elected Chair at the July AGM. Clissold Park User Group
November 2024
Meeting document – November 2024
Chair’s report – November 2024
September 2024
Meeting document – September 2024
Chair’s report – September 2024
July 2024 – AGM
AGM and meeting document – July 2024
June 2024
March 2024
2023
At a glance: Meetings in 2023 followed the opening and early operation of the new splash pad, including outages during the summer. Park users also raised the condition of the toilets and playground, accessibility to Clissold House, café services, dog control, litter and biodiversity. The future of the former paddling pool site was discussed, with calls for consultation and suggestions for an accessible, low-cost space. The possibility of a farmers’ market in the park and the balance between recreation and commercial activity were also considered. Clissold Park User Group
October 2023
July 2023 – AGM
AGM and meeting document – July 2023
June 2023
March 2023
2022
At a glance: CPUG meetings in 2022 discussed construction of the new splash pad and plans to consult on the future of the former paddling pool site, sustainable drainage works, the Pump House concession, Clissold House and café operations, planting around the house and other park maintenance. The group also considered how CPUG itself should operate, including its constitution, structure, public engagement and how to attract more people to meetings and representative roles. Clissold Park User Group