Friends of the Vale works to maintain, improve and promote Reddish Vale as a wildlife haven and an important community recreational facility. The Friends group is made up of indoor volunteers who assist in the running of the Visitor Centre, giving visitors help and advice and outdoor volunteers who support the Park Rangers with outdoor conservation work.

The Friends raise money through sales in the visitor centre and by attracting grants to Reddish Vale. All money is used to improve park facilities and to run events for the community. At the visitor centre volunteers assist and advise visitors, giving information on the park, the environment and promoting outdoor recreation.

The work of the Friends of the Vale has many different outcomes for both the park and the community.