The Friends of the Parkland Walk is an association formed in 1988 when the linear park was threatened by transport studies. The threat went away with a sea change in transport thinking. For a while the Friends continued with conservation work in association with BTCV, then became dormant. In 2004 the 50th anniversary of the last passenger train was celebrated with a festival on the Walk and the idea for re-invigorating the 'Friends' started. It now is dedicated to resolving issues around investment in, and management of, the Walk after years of under-investment.

The Association came alive again in 2007 and is monitoring proposals to invest in the infrastructure of the Walk now it is part of the Capital Ring of the London Walking Forum's network. It is working with Haringey and Islington and consultants working on their behalf. Sometimes it has to be a critical friend. It is affiliated to the British Trust for Conservation Volunteers (BTCV).

The aim of the Friends is to achieve balance between the often competing interests as a walkway, linear park, nature reserve and safe route to schools. It also sponsors guided walks and wishes to develop its educational value and help people appreciate its worth.

e mail: info@parkland-walk.org.uk