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IF YOU GO DOWN TO THE WOODS TODAY…A new dawn is rising over a once neglected landscape thanks to the determination of a team of conservation volunteers and the backing of local chemical manufacturer INEOS Chlor. The volunteers have formed a group called Friends of Murdishaw Valley, which has been up and running for over two years. During this time, the group has cleaned up the valley and woods and carried out a range of conservation work to improve the area. Such is the extent of the improvement that the area is now registered as a local nature reserve. Much needed practical and financial support has come from lots of organisations including INEOS Chlor, The Mersey Forest, Halton Borough Council, The Woodland Trust and Weaver Valley Initiative. Janet Ward from INEOS Chlor said: "We have been working with this group for some time now and their ongoing enthusiasm for this project is really encouraging. There have been some massive improvements in the landscape in this area and this can only benefit the local community, the environment and its wildlife. With further plans for the improvement of this area, INEOS Chlor is keen to continue its support." Regular events and workdays are held and training is provided. Everyone is welcome. Recent events included coppicing an area of overgrown woodland to attract new flora and fauna. Tim Kirwin of the Woodland Trust assisted volunteers with the work. Felled timber will be recycled to create bird and bat boxes and fence posts. The group's next event is being held on Sunday 7th December from 10.00am -1.00pm where they will be continuing their woodland coppicing. So if you fancy keeping fit and helping improve your local environment, contact Olive Harrison, Secretary of the Friends of Murdishaw Valley on tel. 01928 701964.
Community volunteers working on Murdishaw Valley, which has now been classed as a local nature reserve. ENDS
For further information please contact the INEOS Chlor Press Office: Janet Ward |
