Havenstreet & Ashey parish councillors have launched a new meadow initiative at Havenstreet Recreation Ground following requests from parishioners to develop a haven for bees, butterflies, and other wildlife.
As well as introducing an area for nature, the Parish are also looking to improve the play area and in the longer term provide picnicking facilities.
There is also a commitment to providing dog and litter bins across the Parish, and maintaining the Glade in Ashey.
Sue Lyons, Project Lead, says:
“We have wanted to develop a environmentally friendly area for some time, and thanks to working with partners and local residents, we have been able to take this project forward this year and at no extra cost to the Parish”.
Parish Chairman Veronica Hattersley adds:
“We have allocated a section of the Rec for a meadow, and we are planting it with appropriate seeds and wild flowers, and will ensure there is a pathway for walkers within the meadow”.
Cllr Mick Lyons concludes:
“Whilst we have limited resources, the Parish wants to use those resources for maximum benefit, and this environmental project balances the needs of existing users of the Rec, with wildlife, and hopefully will attract more people to use this jewel in the crown of Havenstreet”.
Well done & thank you