We have an exciting new project to encourage more wildlife at the Nature Reserve and need to hear your thoughts to help our funding bid. Please let us know what you think in the comments section at the bottom of the page.
The more people that show support for the project, the bigger the chances of our getting funding.
The project
The Fairfield Association is planning to create a wetland corridor alongside the existing course of Lucy Brook with extra ponds and channels linked to the brook, a series of small woody dams and the seeding and planting of wetland herbs and shrubs.
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This new area would provide cover for small mammals and birds, encourage insects such as damselflies and dragonflies and provide a food source for predators such as tawny and barn owls.
Footpath unaffected
The public footpath will be unaffected and as the area develops, we expect the increase in wildlife to give added interest to walks along our paths.
Tell us your views
The work involved would cost between £30,000 and £35,000 and in order to get funding for the project we need to show that it has local support. This can make all the difference to a successful grant application.
We would therefore really appreciate it if you could take the time to let us know what you think. You can do this in the comments section below. You can just say “YES” or “NO” and add further thoughts if you wish.