Second visit to do another 2 weeks of fencing (removal) For NT. Working in the same field as we were in in May but working at the bottom of the field along by the stream. Probably removing old stock fence and barbed wire. Beware nettles, don’t wear shorts. Enjoy the 1km walk along Huckers Lane. […]
Second visit to do another 2 weeks of fencing (removal) For NT. Working in the same field as we were in in May but working at the bottom of the field along by the stream. Probably removing old stock fence and barbed wire. Beware nettles, don’t wear shorts. Enjoy the 1km walk along Huckers Lane. […]
Our first day here this autumn clearing scrub on the fence line that runs from the bottom of the field near the pond up to the gate below the barn, as directed by Martin. There will be other work on this site which may start today if we get on well. Please bring cutting/clearing tools […]
Clean-up as directed by Val is to ; Cut down grass at front of site and deposit at compost site. Brush cutter + rake Cut back some bull rushes around the pond. Loppers / Shears Remove excess growth at margins of all paths. Loppers / Shears Remove low hanging broken branches. Silky Saws Mike is […]
A new site for us in the North of Romsey, quite near Ganger Farm. This nature reserve is blessed with a healthy population of Great Crested Newts. Sadly there is a burgeoning growth of mostly Oak trees, and willow, which are rapidly overgrowing the preferred grassland habitat. Iain bringing birthday buns. Geoff will be cheer-leader […]
Annual contribution to coppicing in Itchen Valley Country Park. Kevin bound to direct our efforts once clarified by Ben/Brad. Terry bringing celebration cakes. Parking and exit arrangements as per our last visit here in August. Memorise your car reg for use in the ticket machine. (trailer will be parked in the main carpark area)
We have a number of tasks to attempt during 3 days on the farm. The main one for our first visit will be to make a contribution to the creation of a maze (hedges and paths, 1 way in, 1 way out) in what was the field with play equipment. A contractor will have marked […]
We have a number of tasks to attempt during 3 days on the farm. The main one for our first visit will be to make a contribution to the creation of a maze (hedges and paths, 1 way in, 1 way out) in what was the field with play equipment. A contractor will have marked […]
Annual visit to rake cut gress off their meadow and cut back the brambles etc that have grown vigorously all summer. Derek to lead the way. AGM in the afternoon.
At the CE primary school clear scrub from Forest school area. Geoff to lead the task. This will be a school day so please park on the grass near the work location and observe heightened safety standards with regard to the risk of wayward children.