Phase 1 works
Barham Park Trust is considering transferring the park to Council ownership and addressing depleted reserves after Phase 1 works.
The Barham Park Trust Committee requested in September 2026 that a future review of its governance arrangements explore transferring the park estate to Council ownership. This discussion, part of a broader strategic update, also included exploring the variation or discharge of restrictive covenants at 776 and 778 Harrow Road, related to a planning permission for an additional floor.
The Trust's financial reserves are expected to be significantly depleted following the completion of Phase 1 works, which focused on external fabric and maintenance. A report in September 2026 noted the approved budget for these works was £352,221, funded from restricted funds, impacting the Trust's cash balances.
Phase 1 works are the first stage of construction or development projects at Barham Park, focusing on external fabric and maintenance. The Trust's annual report for 2025/26 showed cash balances of £757,063 at the end of March 2026, before the substantial reduction due to these costs.
Key facts
- Barham Park Trust Committee requested exploring transfer of park estate to Council ownership in September 2026. Source
- The committee agreed to explore varying restrictive covenants at 776 and 778 Harrow Road in September 2026. Source
- The approved budget for Phase 1 works was £352,221, funded from the Trust's restricted funds. Source
- Barham Park Trust's cash balances were £757,063 at the end of March 2026. Source
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