20th March 1950
It was recorded in the Council minutes that fencing and gates be provided for the Carlton Road frontage of the open space in accordance with the Borough surveyors estimate of £50. 2nd The Council agreed in principle, that the new swimming November pool would be situated in Lodge Farm Park Recreation 1954 Ground. th 30 A note in the Council minutes refers to a request that the October entrance gates to the recreation ground should be opened 1956 so the grounds can be used by children. 26th May The Council minutes record that the Minister of Housing 1959 and Local Government had informed the Council that he would not approve the use of the land at Lodge Farm Recreation Ground for the new pool because of the restrictive covenant on the land precluding this use. 1961 A scheme for the park was agreed by the Council including the provision of two bowling greens, pavilion, a children’s playground with shelter, a depot and mess room for the staff. The development cost £42,000. 9th October 1962 May 1963
1966 June 2008
The Council minutes record that the construction of the park had now been completed, with the exception of certain trees and shrub planting. It was agreed that the park should be brought into public use forthwith. The opening of the new bowling green at Lodge Farm Park was celebrated in with a match against the Mayor of Romford and his councillors The Parks Brochure records that the five full time staff were employed in the park. The park is awarded its first Green Flag
A more detailed history can be found in appendix 2.
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