Continuing its long-standing tradition of supporting Gift to Nature through community grants, Freshwater Parish Council has handed over a cheque for £8,000 to help maintain and enhance natural sites loved by the community in the West Wight. Over £50,000 has been granted by the Parish Council to Gift to Nature over the years, a charity which is instrumental in preserving and promoting the natural beauty of the Isle of Wight. Among their most popular sites in Freshwater are Afton Marsh and Golden Hill. Afton Marsh is a haven for wildlife enthusiasts and walkers, offering a tranquil escape with its rich biodiversity and scenic trails. Meanwhile, Golden Hill is celebrated for its historical significance and panoramic views, making it a favourite spot for both locals and visitors. The grants from Freshwater Parish Council have helped preserve the natural heritage of the area. They ensure that sites like Afton Marsh and Golden Hill remain beautiful and accessible, maintaining their status as treasured assets for future generations. Graham Biss, Managing Director of Gift to Nature, says:
“Freshwater Parish Council’s support for Afton Marsh and Golden Hill Country Park Gift to Nature sites is greatly appreciated and important to keep these wonderful sites open and free to use. Afton Marsh and Golden Hill are some of Gift to Nature’s most used and loved sites. “Last year we were delighted to welcome both Freshwater & Yarmouth and Shalfleet Primary Schools to Golden Hill Country Park for a day of outdoor learning. The children were enthralled by the number of butterflies and other insects they discovered during a bug hunt. On a sensory walk they explored the park using all their senses with the taste of wild mint being a highlight”.
To inform and enhance a visit to the sites, site postcards, I spy sheets and colouring-in sheets have been produced and are available from the Gift to Nature website at www.gifttonature.org.uk.
This is nothing to boast about. Giving £8k to a charity to do your job for you. Local nature sites should be in the hands of local people. The fella being given the cheque, he looks familiar. No…don’t tell me……
Its pop up jarman,the closet tory!
Surely the “fella” being given the cheque is Graham Biss (Gift to Nature)! Even the lady handing him the cheque is Councillor Emma Cox.
No…don’t tell me…… Sorry who did you think it was?
Oh god,its jarman the closet tory again,he pops up as much as seely does,abhorrent man!