Looking after Knutsford Heath
Again we were blessed with a glorious morning for our litter-pick last Sunday. We had a big turn out and it was fantastic to see our regulars and some new faces. As well as the usual bottles, cans and wrappers we collected a Calor Gas bottle, two wooden pallets, a Christmas tree complete with pot... Continue Reading →
Friends of The Heath are running another litter-pick event on Knutsford Heath on Sunday 28th September between 11am and 1pm with the help of Tatton Estate and Cheshire Wildlife Trust. A group of like-minded volunteers will be roaming the site giving the area a good old clean-up. This is no small task, so if you... Continue Reading →
Nick noticed the berries when he was walking on The Heath. There's a bumper crop of blackberries now, perfect for making delicious jam and pies. Why not visit with a basket to collect the plump, ripe fruit? Kevin Griffiths
Having walked The Heath over the weekend it was great to see the Heather taking in the area which was seeded as well as wild mushrooms and berries showing. It's an interesting time of year to walk on The Heath.Nick Johnson
Summer brought a sea of a yellow dandelion-like flower, the Autumn Hawkbit, to the meadow while the area around the sand pit is purple with Heather, Rosebay Willowherb and Knapweed. These flowers are attractive to bees and butterflies which appear as colourful jewels: the bright orange of the Small Copper, the rich brown of the... Continue Reading →
For some weeks now dog walkers have been unable to use the dog waste bin near Tabley Road as it is covered by a black plastic bag. We have learned that it has been taken out of use by Cheshire East Council because the lid is damaged and is awaiting repair. It is recommended that... Continue Reading →
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