The work party on Saturday on 6th June started at 10.00am as planned. A fine sunny morning after the previous wet day: after the dry spell that rain had been gratefully received by gardeners, as well as refreshing crops and vegetation. The work involved weeding around the fruit trees at The Glade and path clearing, … Read more
With the relaxation of COVID restrictions, happily the work party planned for the 3rd of April was able to go ahead. About twenty took part, all glad to enjoy some time in company (not too close) in the fresh air. The generous breeze made sure it was fresh! Breaking up into small groups, the task … Read more
Childhood memories include the sound and sight of the rag and bone man. His call of, ‘Ragbo!’ and the clip clop of his horse brought householders to the street, carrying all kind of discarded items, hoping for a few coins in exchange. The scene was brought to our TV screens some while ago by Steptoe … Read more
New – Storrington and Arun Valley Regional Group Amberley Brooks, SWT/ Nigel Symington Work is currently underway to form a new Sussex Wildlife Trust (SWT) regional group, centred on Storrington and covering the Arun Valley north of the Downs and south of Horsham. The group will be formed from local SWT members to support … Read more
As with many Clubs and Societies, sadly our conservation group activities were suspended when Tier 4 restrictions came into force and will continue to be suspended now under the latest national lockdown. So the New Year working party on 2nd January did not take place: a necessary response in the face of recent developments. The … Read more
At the start of a new year we look ahead with hopes and plans for the months to come and also look back at the the past. As we do so we can say it has been a year like no other. The hopes and plans we had twelve months ago were dramatically reshaped. A … Read more
As this is being written we are about to begin a four week lockdown which means the work party due to meet on 7th November has had to be cancelled. Not a happy time for anyone – but it is to be hoped it will be effective. If the lockdown period is not extended the … Read more
Earlier in the year when lockdown restrictions came into force there was an immediate reduction in all kinds of transport so air and noise pollution greatly decreased. As a result we were able to enjoy the spring. Cleaner air and the sound of birdsong were among the benefits. We were able to appreciate the natural … Read more
At the time of writing, the results of the ‘In Bloom’ competition are unknown, even so, it is right to say ‘thank you’ to all who put in the hard work of preparation to such good effect. Seeing beautiful colours lifts the spirits. Last month I mentioned how much the honey bees also appreciate the … Read more
The speaker at our February meeting was Alan Knoworthy from the Bumblebee Conservation Society. Alan started his fascinating talk by telling us about the different types of bumblebee found in the UK and how a number of the species are so threatened with extinction that they feature in the UK Red Data Book. He then … Read more