Welcome
The Friends of Palmeira and Adelaide was established in 1997 as a residents association to improve the environment and amenities of Palmeira Mansions, Palmeira Square and Adelaide Crescent.
We live in one of the South coast’s premier heritage sites comprising an architectural set-piece of Grade 2 and 2* early and mid 19th Century Listed Buildings. The elegant square and crescent sweep around two gardens within the Brunswick Town Conservation Area.
Our aim is to benefit all those who live in the area, and to support our community of local residents. We strive to create equal opportunities and good relations amongst all members of our community.
Latest news
Halloween coffee morning
Pop on your Halloween Hat and come meet some neighbours over a coffee. We will be hosting a Friends Halloween coffee morning on the 31st October @ 10am. It has been a long time since the last one and our event organiser Janie Ranger (10 Palmeira Sq) has kindly agreed to host. Free entry and…
Paying for on-street parking consultation
A new consultation is being launched on Monday 14 October by Brighton & Hove City Council , giving you a chance to have a say on the future of on-street paid parking in the city. Paying for on-street parking We’ve listened to public feedback about some of the difficulties experienced paying for parking and have…
Awarded National Lottery Community Fund
We are pleased to announce the National Lottery Community Fund has awarded us £2,850 towards our ‘Re-invigorate three community gardens’ project application. This award allows us to continue this work and tackle some of the larger projects we have in the garden plans and support for our community activities.
Level 4 award (Thriving) from South East in Bloom!
The results of this year’s South East in Bloom awards have been announced this week and it’s good news for the Friends of Palmeira & Adelaide. We have had a level 4 (Thriving) in previous years, but never a score as high as 81 so a huge congratulations to the whole team of volunteers on…
£524 Raised – Summer Picnic
We had a great turnout for our 2024 Summer Picnic with over 75 people coming together on Adelaide Crescent. The weather held off for us and everyone enjoyed meeting neighbours and seeing the new garden plans. A big thank you to everyone who helped create a feeling of togetherness and community. With the generosity of our community the…
Postponed: Essential Carriageway Patching Works – Church Road
The council’s highways team have an upcoming road patching project that will affect our area. Closures are in place around Palmeira Square. Church Road (Palmeira Square) will be closed on Sunday, September 15th, 2024. The road closures will be in place from 08:00 until 17:00
Fishersgate to Brighton Cable Route Project
UK Power Networks run the electricity network delivering power to our area and connect and move power cables. Engineers are currently upgrading the electricity network between Fishersgate and Brighton to maintain reliable electricity supplies for homes and businesses and manage increasing demand for electricity.
Refurbishment of vandalised lanterns
Updated 20.09.24 – Work has begun. We have been working with the local council due to vandalism of several streetlighting lanterns across Adelaide Crescent and Palmeira Square. It is required to install some temporary lanterns while the existing fittings are being refurbished. Those on the side of the Square & Crescent should have received a…
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- Join today and be part of our community
- Quarterly electronic newsletter
- Join in discussions
- Our aim is to improve the quality of life of residents in this area
Donate
Take support to the next level.
- We rely entirely on donations from residents
- Help fund an on-going project
- Maybe a donation to Trees and Gardens
- Any amount is appreciated and gratefully received.
Volunteer
Enrich our growing community.
- Get involved from a single event to joining our committee
- We need help for Fundraising, Website, Gardens, Streetscape and more
- Meet and work with other residents
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A passion for our local area
The aims of the association are to act for the residents in preserving and improving the gardens and general amenity of the area.
Membership & Community
The Friends of Palmeira and Adelaide’ (FOPA) is a residents association for Palmeira and Adelaide area and membership is open to all who reside in the area. Creating a community for our area within our City.
Gardens
We are working to develop a group of volunteers that meet on a regular basis in the gardens to support Brighton and Hove City Council with gardening activities
Actively liaises with other local organisations
- The Council – Planning and Conservation
- The Council – CityParks
- The Council – CityClean
- The Police – Law and order issues
- Local Councillors
Socials
We also arrange social activities such as a Christmas party, Summer party and Coffee mornings..
Facebook Group
We have an active Facebook group, promoting our news, local events and activities and provides a space for members to discuss our area.
Fundraising
FOPA is a residents association run by volunteers and is reliant on the kind donations of its members. We appreciate all donations and are always looking for new ways to raise much needed funds.