Meadows News

Cygnets gather around an adult swan on the water.

A year in the life of the Foots Cray Meadows swans

We are pleased to share a short film that accompanied the popular Speaker Series event earlier this year about the meadows swan family.

Jul 8

Metal bridge crossing an inlet, framed by wooden fencing at both entrances

The 'Friends Crossing' and 20th Anniversary celebration

As we celebrate our 20th anniversary, the Friends of Foots Cray Meadows are delighted to announce the completion of the new 'Friends Crossing' bridge.

Jun 7

Two volunteers in a kayak litter picking on the lake

Effective deep clean of the lake

A coordinated volunteer effort carried out a deep clean of the lake by the Five Arch Bridge, aimed at making the water and banks safer for resident bird life.

Mar 14

The cover of the 2026 Friends of Foots Cray Meadows calendar showing a wintry scene of silhouetted trees.

Our 2026 calendar now on sale

To celebrate our 20th anniversary, we have produced a 2026 calendar featuring images of the meadows by local photographers.

Nov 28, 2025