There is no better way to contribute to the preservation of our local environment than by actively participating in conservation work parties. After a break since March, we are running another on Thursday 29th June. Join us as we continue our efforts in scrub clearance, with a focus on removing False Acacia shoots from the area... Continue Reading →
March Conservation Work Party Instructions
This month, on Thursday, 16th March, we shall be replacing some bollards that mark the boundary between the nature reserve and grassland. As usual, the work will be led by Cheshire Wildlife Trust and run from 10 am to 1 pm. Jamie White of Cheshire Wildlife Trust will park his van near the corner of Warren... Continue Reading →
Conservation Work Report – 16th February
Today's mild weather was a welcome contrast to the snowfall that caused us to cancel our previous session in January. We had a good turnout of six volunteers who cleared young gorse from the heather near the grassland, then moved on to the sandpit, where we found patches of delightful Red Pixie Cup lichen. Thank... Continue Reading →
February Conservation Work Party Instructions
Last month, we had to cancel at short notice because of heavy snowfall. So, this month, on Thursday, 16th February, we shall do the task we intended last time – remove the invasive gorse from the heather near the interpretation board. As usual, the work will be led by Cheshire Wildlife Trust and run from 10... Continue Reading →
January Conservation Work Party Instructions
The event was cancelled at short notice due to overnight snowfall. Happy New Year, everyone. We kick off 2023 with our first work party of the year on Thursday, 19th January. It will be led by Cheshire Wildlife Trust and run from 10 am to 1 pm. This time we shall be working near the... Continue Reading →
Conservation Work Report – 15th December
The snow and sub-zero temperature did not deter our volunteers. We soon warmed up, cutting brambles and tree saplings under the direction of Jamie from Cheshire Wildlife Trust - with breaks for mince pies and hot coffee. Our work has created more open space on the Ladies Mile side of the sandpit for the heather... Continue Reading →