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The Natural Beauty of O Did you know we have an Urban Nature Park in our area? In fact it is the largest in Sheffi eld, created by the council some three to four years ago from the remains of the abandoned council tree and shrub nursery. It can be found on Beauchief Drive on the right hand side beyond Beauchief Abbey but before Beauchief Hall. The Nature Park now consists of approximately 60 allotments, a wildfl ower meadow, community orchard, three ponds, a council wood store and a large area of woodland. A footpath has been created round the whole site, half of which is surfaced and suitable for wheelchairs. The council provided the allotments, all securely fenced, a surfaced car park and funding for the orchard and path surfacing. The ponds were sponsored by the charity Pondlife. Beauchief Environment Group has been involved from the start by establishing the wildfl ower meadow, planting and maintaining the orchard and creating footpaths. Most recently the group planted an area of scrubland with about 100 native tree saplings. The Environment Group is a long-established local organisation of volunteers who manage the wildlife habitats of Beauchief, Greenhill and Bradway with the guidance and permission of council experts. We have welcomed the chance to use our expertise in the Nature Park. The meadow was created from what could be described as wasteland by clearing rubbish, rocks and stones and digging out brambles. It was then harrowed and wildfl ower seed sown to produce a profusion of summer fl owers including corn marigold, poppy, corn cockle and cornfl ower to name but a few. The meadow was mown in autumn and the grass cleared in normal farming practice; a quantity of seed being saved for use on other sites. Now in its third year the perenials such as yarrow, St Chad’s Church, Linden Avenue, Woodseats Church Offi ce: Linden Avenue, Sheffi eld S8 0GA Tel: (0114) 274 5086 Page 18 email: offi ce@stchads.org website: www.stchads.org
Our City t f visit us razzamataz.co.uk oxeye daisy, clover, birdsfoot trefoil and wild carrot are becoming established and taking over, so the summer is less ‘gaudy’ but still a feast for the bees and insects. It is well worth a visit for the fl owers alone in June, July, and August. The orchard has been planted over a two-year period with some 60 trees in place. The fruits include apples, pears, plums, cherries and nuts. All the trees were staked to allow them to become established but the area requires to be mown just like any orchard. So far the fruit has been small and sparse, which is to be expected, but watch this space in future years. The Environment Group created a wheelchair-friendly path round the south side last year and this winter completed the circle with a footpath on the north side through meadow and thick woodland. The Urban Nature Park is for the benefi t of all, so do come along and enjoy a walk round. There is a vehicle barrier across the entrance as security for allotment holders but access is always available for walkers. John Gilbert FREE TASTER SESSION! High quality tuition in street dance, pop singing and musical theatre for ages 2-18 years! Limited places available: Saturday 21 st April Call the Razz team on 07979189177 sheffield@razzamataz.co.uk MALLORN ROOFING CONTRACTORS 7 Dale View Road, Sheffield S8 0EJ ‘Phone 0114 235 6002 Mobile 07853 350 085 Email mallornroofing@hotmail.co.uk Specialists in... Re-Roofing Flat Roofing Ridge Pointing Replacing Damaged Slates and Tiles Guttering Storm Damage - Insurance Work FREE ROOF SURVEY 24 Hour Call-Out Service St Chad’s Church, Linden Avenue, Woodseats Church Offi ce: Linden Avenue, Sheffi eld S8 0GA Tel: (0114) 274 5086 Page 19 email: offi ce@stchads.org website: www.stchads.org
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