Stroud Valleys Project

Putting nature first

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We have been enjoying the long summer, which was a busy time for us with many events and activities.

The main focus of our work is on environmental projects. So for example at this time of year we are doing lots of scything and autumn clearance work all over the Stroud area.

Recently we have been raking at Bisley Road Cemetery.

It is important to be aware of the wildlife that can be disturbed by this type of work.

This year we have found large numbers of slow worms and the juveniles are particularly vulnerable as they are so small.

When found we move them to undergrowth out of harm’s way.

We are always looking for new volunteers to help us.

In September we started a new joint project with Cainscross Parish Council at Queen Elizabeth II Playing Field in Dudbridge, funded by the Postcode Local Trust.

Stroud Valleys Project is co-ordinating the work, to be mainly carried out by local people and our volunteers.

We are starting by creating a wildflower bank and improving the pond area.

Future jobs will include installing seating, carrying out woodland improvement, making bird and bat boxes and putting in some interpretation boards.

‘Wild About Kingswood’ also started this year.

Based just outside Wotton-under-Edge, we are working in partnership with Kingswood Parish Council to create a new green space for wildlife and the local residents.

We are creating and restoring ponds, an orchard, woodland and grassland areas which support a population of great crested newts.

Each project lets volunteers meet new people, learn new skills, keep fit and active outdoors and help the environment. Join us!