We have had a further meeting with the organisers of "Pub in The Park" and have considered the wider aspects of the event. In particular we want to be certain the event would comply with all regulatory requirements. The Heath is designated Common Land, a status that confers the right of public access. We consulted... Continue Reading →
BGB 2018 – The Results
We hosted our second annual birdwatching event on Sunday 28th January, as part of the RSPB’s Big Garden Birdwatch weekend. Experts from the Knutsford Ornithological Society led enthusiastic amateur birdwatchers for an hour, following on from a similar event the day before on the Moor, organised by Friends of The Moor. Twenty-one different species were... Continue Reading →
Big Garden Birdwatch 2018
Sunday 28th January 11am-12pm This year, for the second time, we'll be taking part in the RSPB Big Garden Birdwatch. We're coordinating with Friends of the Moor (FotM) and the Knutsford Ornithological Society (KOS) in a pan-Knutsford event. FotM are holding their session on the Moor on Saturday and we're holding ours on The Heath... Continue Reading →
Pub in the Park – Bulletin 1
We have seen and heard mixed views on whether Pub in the Park should be welcomed. Some people think it is a fantastic idea while others are concerned about negative aspects such as: Damage to The Heath Traffic congestion Disturbance of the local residents Preventing public access to Common Land Using The Heath for commercial... Continue Reading →
Pub in the Park
Friends of The Heath have been informed of a proposal for a three-day event called “Pub in the Park” to be held on The Heath in September 2018. While we welcome the use of The Heath for events that benefit Knutsford we are concerned about the immediate and long-term damage that it may be caused... Continue Reading →
AGM 2017
The Friends of The Heath are holding their Annual General Meeting at 8.00 pm on Thursday 23th November in the Little Theatre, Queen Street. All residents of Knutsford are invited to attend. The agenda is here: If you wish to join the committee, let one of the existing committee members know or contact us here.... Continue Reading →