Organiser: Adrian Palmer

Meeting Point: MEG bridge.

Task:

The March task session is almost upon us although unfortunately we have to change the day as Graham’s Parish Council team are not now available on the planned date. We have agreed that the revised date will be Thursday 14th March, meeting at around 10 am by the MEG bridge.

At our last session the three Davids, Ian and myself cut back a large area of invasive rhododendron in the Upper Pleasure Grounds. Many thanks again guys. As a lighter task next Thursday, there are still four or five much smaller rhododendrons that can be cut back in the Lower Pleasure grounds before they become too established. If there are one or two volunteers who are willing to take on this task, please let me know and we can make separate arrangements to meet.

The main task with the PC will be, weather permitting, to pick up the drainage maintenance and footpath repair task that was originally scheduled for February, particularly the area where the overtopping, which is fed by an active spring, has scoured the footpath.

Protective gloves are essential, along with fluids to drink and wellies remain the most appropriate footwear. It is always good to see new and regular faces on our task sessions so I hope that some of you will be able to join next week.

This event is subject to reasonable weather. Reminders will be sent 7 to 10 days before each session to those who have expressed an interest. If you would like to join the list please fill in our contact form.

Tasks are generally planned with the parish council, and wherever possible have a conservation theme. Most tasks are conservation management or maintenance and vary from lighter clearance work e.g. footpaths, bramble, rhododendron and hazel coppice, to heavier work like drainage, revetment or footpaths. Occasionally we do get opportunities to enhance or even create habitat for flora and fauna. 

Volunteers should wear gloves and sturdy footwear, safety glasses and long trousers recommended. Bring waterproofs, sunscreen and insect repellent as appropriate and bring your own water/refreshments.