Events

An afternoon of fun and sports in the Park, with a barbecue and the FoSJP Kiosk providing refreshments, and a host of activities for all ages.

Shirley Parish Hall played host to an exhibition of historical information related to the Park and its surrounding area.

FoSJP joined forces with neighbours of the Park to have a fun-filled lunch in the Park, as part of a simultaneous lunch event across Britain, where the local community was invited to “bring and share” a lunch.

Another series of free activities for 0 – 5 year olds in the Park, on Monday afternoons throughout the Summer.
See here for more information.

“A Brief History of Shirley, 10,000 B.C. – 2,000 A.D.”
Speaker: Rosaleen Wilkinson

A fun afternoon of environmentally-themed activities, organised by a sub-committee of local 11 year olds.

“Southampton in the Age of Steam and Expansion”
Speaker: Jake Simpkin

Shirley Heritage Project – Public Talk #3 “The Rescuers – Women and Philanthropy in the 19th Century” Speaker: Dr Jane McDermid “Charity begins in a Home – The Charitable Buildings around the Park” Speaker: Mary South

“An Historical Snapshot of Shirley Recreation Ground / St.James’ Park through the Life of a Park Bench”
Speaker: Michaela Lawler-Levene