Risk Assessments

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 November 1954 The Council agreed in principle, that the new swimming pool would be situated in Lodge Farm Park Recreation Ground.

30th October 1956 A note in the Council minutes refers to a request that the entrance gates to the recreation ground should be opened so the grounds can be used by children.

26th May 1959

The Council minutes record that the Minister of Housing 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

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. May 1963 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 1966 The Parks Brochure records that the five full time staff were employed in the park.

June 2008 The park is awarded its first Green Flag

A more detailed history can be found in appendix 2.