Last November lockdown2 stopped our work and this site was the first loser. So we’re returning to this vertically challenging location to continue the renewal over 240m of stock fence along the West (top) boundary. Fine views over the Itchen valley. Task leader Geoff in week 1. Nick in week 2. Adey in week 3. […]
Last November lockdown2 stopped our work and this site was the first loser. So we’re returning to this vertically challenging location to continue the renewal over 240m of stock fence along the West (top) boundary. Fine views over the Itchen valley. Task leader Geoff in week 1. Nick in week 2. Adey in week 3. […]
Annual visit to the Waterworks to rake over 3 areas of their meadow and selective other scrub reduction, including the steep bank below the kilns. If you can, please bring a ton bag for the grass collection. Two hedge trimmers on duty. Venue for our afternoon AGM.
Severe doubt has been raised about the viability and safety of working here following or during heavy rain 🌧. An update will be posted here either Tuesday evening or before 08.00 Wednesday morning 🌄 to confirm whether the day’s work will continue, be modified or cancelled. Please don’t leave home without checking here first. […]
Severe doubt has been raised about the viability and safety of working here following or during heavy rain 🌧. An update will be posted here either Tuesday evening or before 08.00 Wednesday morning 🌄 to confirm whether the day’s work will continue, be modified or cancelled. Please don’t leave home without checking here first. […]
This week the team will split. Two thirds of us will undertake an autumn exercise at Sponders Mede. Barry knows what’s what and will lead the task. Earth auger, Hedge trimmers and brush cutters will be needed. Waders, on standby. We have been asked NOT to park in the Old Forge pub carpark. (Changed plan). so […]
Small subgroup to return to TWT to renew the long flight of steps, previously installed by our group in 2007. Team selection made, you know who you are, with the bonus of Rod as task leader. Please do not arrive before 09:40.
Winter clearance of invasive Holly and Brambles to improve walker access. Details to be agreed between The Friends and Bernie who will lead the task. Path edge clearance in the main. Cutting by hand, or hedge trimmer, or brush cutter. Chainsaws not required. No bonfires. Almost 3 years since we were last here, so it’s […]
We have 4 weeks of hedge laying for RHCP this winter. Task leader Brian. The first section is about 110m long and contains quite a lot of previously layed liggers which will need to be removed before younger growth is layed down. All chainsaws, hedge trimmers and new Silky saws on duty please. Arrisings to […]
We have 4 weeks of hedge laying for RHCP this winter. Task leader Brian. The first section is about 110m long and contains quite a lot of previously layed liggers which will need to be removed before younger growth is layed down. All chainsaws, hedge trimmers and new Silky saws on duty please. Arrisings to […]