The Alexandra Park and Palace Statutory Advisory Committee meeting was scheduled to receive an update on the progress of the Alexandra Park and Palace Charitable Trust. The report detailed activities and developments across various areas including entertainment, culture, climate resilience, heritage assets, and community engagement.

Trust Update Report

The meeting was scheduled to consider a report providing an update on the progress of the Alexandra Park and Palace Charitable Trust (APPCT) for the financial year 2025/26. This report aligns with the Trust's vision to Create a Sustainable Home for All That We Do.

The report was expected to cover several key areas:

• Entertainment and Culture: Updates were anticipated on a range of events and activities, including concerts featuring artists such as Dom Dolla, Amyl and the Sniffers, and The Maccabees. The Fireworks and Drone festival, the Mosconi Cup, and the PDC World Darts Championship were also mentioned, with the latter set to remain at the Palace until at least 2031. Theatre productions like Woman in Black and A Christmas Carol were noted, alongside performances from Jools Holland and a London Squash Classic tournament. Exhibitions such as The Knitting and Stitching Show and the Mind Body & Soul show were also listed, with the return of the Redbull Soap Box event scheduled for June 2026. Road closures for outdoor events in 2026 were flagged for future information. Leisure activities, including the Ice Rink and the opening of the Boat House, were also to be discussed, as was the continued operation of the Phoenix Bar and Pizzeria.

• Climate Change Resilience: The report was expected to detail efforts to reduce environmental impact. This included a new application to Haringey's Community Carbon Fund for secondary glazing at the Grove Cafe and 345 preschool buildings to improve thermal efficiency. The completion of the Theatre Green Book self-assessment exercise, indicating a basic level of sustainable management and an action plan for improvement, was also to be highlighted. The Zero Carbon Accelerator project, funded by the Mayor of London, which involves reviewing the clean energy masterplan and assessing building improvements, was also on the agenda.

• Heritage Assets: Progress on protecting and conserving heritage assets was to be presented. This included the completion of the Wire in the Sky attraction, Alexandra Park Rooftop Adventure, scheduled to open in February 2026, and ongoing conservation masonry works at the East Court. Discussions with Historic England regarding the proposed limewash colour and a Listed Building Consent application for lead capping on decorative scrolls were also anticipated.

• Safeguarding the Green Lung: The report was to outline initiatives for the 196-acre park. This included habitat management tasks carried out by Conservation Volunteers, a new partnership with Groundwork London for a bird watching platform, and activities by Gardening Volunteers. The Park maintenance team's autumn tasks, including leaf clearing and rubbish removal, were also to be mentioned. Recognition of London in Bloom Gold awards for Large Park, Large Conservation area, and Heritage Parks and Gardens, along with a silver-gilt award for the Environment Award, was also to be noted.

• Archives and Storytelling: The report was expected to cover efforts to preserve and share the Park and Palace's heritage. This included securing a grant from the Business Archives Council to recruit a professional archivist for a cataloguing project, with a report programmed for completion by March 2026. Archive images were provided for the Boating Lake café, and heritage displays were created for the 150th anniversaries of the Theatre and Concert organ. Other highlights included behind-the-scenes tours, a contribution to the Hornsey Historical Society's Bulletin, and the development of a virtual tour of the BBC studios.

• Inspiring and Engaging Communities: The report was to detail community engagement activities. This included meetings with Westminster Abbey's Learning team to explore conservation skills development programmes, the screening of a documentary by The Black Curriculum, and support for Haringey Council's Carers Rights Day. The Flesh & Pixels multimedia exhibition by the Young Creatives Network, an event for Haringey Council's Youth Cabinet, and the launch of the North London Book Fest & Biblio buzz Book Awards were also to be discussed. Performances by the Young Actors Company, an open day for the Performing Arts School, and East Court Christmas Celebrations featuring local choirs were also listed. The Talent Development Programme in the Creativity Pavilion, gardening volunteer activities, and archive and research volunteer work were also to be mentioned, alongside tours for Campsbourne Primary School and support from Theatre volunteers.

• Strengthening Overall Resilience: The report was to cover efforts to fortify governance and diversify revenue streams. This included the launch of an individual giving programme with initiatives like Dedicate a Bench and Dedicate a Seat, and the relaunch of the regular donors' programme as Ally Pally Supporters. The securing of a multi-year gift from the Matchroom Foundation and smaller grants for projects such as a new Herb Garden were also to be noted. The Trust's formal response to Haringey Council's draft Local Plan consultation was also to be discussed. Updates on IT and Network resilience, including migration to Infor, improvements to data networks and WiFi, and the ongoing migration to Microsoft SharePoint and OneDrive, were also anticipated. Efforts to improve digital security and work towards Cyber Essentials accreditation were also to be detailed.

• Restoring Derelict Spaces: The report was expected to provide updates on bringing underused spaces back into use. This included the completion of Phase Two of the Boating Lake project, focusing on the refurbishment of the café. The successful completion of a Heritage Skills Week, involving traditional repair techniques for decorative stucco and sculptural elements, was also to be highlighted. The Panorama Room Replacement Project and the Creative Campus Project, focusing on bringing the Northeast Office Building back into use, were also to be discussed, with an application for funding to the National Lottery Heritage Fund planned for early 2026. Planning and Listed Building Consent applications for solar panels on the Boat House and associated works to the basements were also imminent.

• Establishing New Partnerships: The report was to outline new partnerships, including conversations with national Heritage Skills training bodies to explore hosting trainees on site. The formal announcement of a partnership with Haringey Music Service was also to be mentioned.

• Creating a Great Place to Work: The report was to detail the embedding of the People Strategy and Year 1 objectives of the three-year implementation plan, focusing on attracting, engaging, developing, and retaining staff. The report was expected to reference the 2025 survey results, improved BCI score, accreditation as Ones to Watch, and listing in the top 100 employers and top 20 companies in Leisure and Hospitality.

The meeting was also scheduled to receive feedback from the Statutory Advisory Committee and the Consultative Committee.

The meeting was scheduled to take place at the Creativity Pavilion, Alexandra Palace Way, Wood Green, London N22.