News about the Friends
There were 7 participants this morning in glorious weather, yet not too hot under the canopy. We proudly used our two new scythes and two new shears, tackling encroaching vegetation…
There were 7 participants this morning, despite the threat of showers, which thankfully didn’t materialise. Richard kindly led the main group, which walked the western and central paths clearing encroaching…
One of the activities that requires significant effort by the Friends’ officers is the monitoring of the activities of the developers. The environment of the wood has changed immeasurably over…
Thanks largely to Chrissie and her amazing neighbours and friends we raised well over £100 at the West Bridgford Methodist Church on May 18th. In addition to the hot food…
On 18 May we are holding a fund-raiser at West Bridgford Methodist Church (on Musters Road), 9:30 – 12:00. There will be food (bacon sandwiches, cakes) and coffee available as…
15 of us set off at 06.00 this morning to listen to the early morning bird song in Sharphill Wood in fine but chilly weather. A Song Thrush and a…
Some of you may be familiar with the excellent novels written by the Berkshire born author and journalist T.M. Logan, who spent some time working for first Nottingham Evening Post…
Three members carried out work recommended at the annual site visit last August. This is a task using power tools which is better to undertake outside the regular monthly work…
On Friday 27 October we had a visit from the Keyworth u3a Wildlife and Conservation group who regularly visit local nature reserves such as ours. Fortunately, the weather was much…
This week John, Tim, and new recruit Bob conducted the annual inspection of our nest boxes. As well as clearing out nest material and disinfecting, each box is checked for…
