Looking after Knutsford Heath
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 →
The 2023 Big Garden Birdwatch Team We held our seventh annual RSPB Big Garden Birdwatch event on Sunday morning. Splitting into three groups, we covered all parts of The Heath in an hour, with members of the Knutsford Ornithological Society (KOS) providing their expertise. Watching the Goldcrest Overall, we observed 17 species and 45 individuals,... Continue Reading →
We will hold our Big Garden Birdwatch on Sunday 29th January. Friends of The Heath are participating in a pan-Knutsford event with Friends of the Moor and the Knutsford Ornithological Society. Friends of the Moor will have their session on the Moor on Saturday, and we will have ours on The Heath on Sunday. The... Continue Reading →
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 →
Thursday 15th December is the date of our next conservation work session. As usual, Cheshire Wildlife Trust will lead the work, running from 10 am to 1 pm. We shall be cutting back gorse in the sandpit to encourage the heather to expand its coverage. Jamie White of Cheshire Wildlife Trust will park his van... Continue Reading →
This year's Annual General Meeting (AGM) will be held onThursday, 24th November,at the Jubilee Hall, Stanley Road. The event will be in two parts: a heritage presentation at 7pm,the AGM business at 8pm. Please come along and learn about The Heath's history and, if you wish, share your views about The Heath. Presentation:Nether Knutsford Heath... Continue Reading →
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