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Village Voice April/May 2021
We have a number of tasks that we have to
undertake. Cutting down laurel, clearing a few
ditches and pruning back the sides of paths. In
the autumn we would like to undertake some
coppicing but all through the summer we will
continue with tasks removing invasive weeds
from the field or installing posts. If you fancy
some fresh air and good company then sign up
to receive emails of when and where. No more
than a couple of hours but any time is
appreciated. We hope to hold a session in April
after lock down. Email commonwoodvolunteer
@gmail.com to be kept informed. Mike Morley
and the Fire Brigade
had to come
through the
Gravelly Way
Stables. The first
appliance was unable
to come across the field so
they had to bring a special vehicle from
Maidenhead. What was sad is that the tree
looked to be a suitable roost for bats. The
simple act created a lot of disruption, possible
danger to passers-by on the path, expense
because we now have to fell the tree, and the
possible loss of bat habitat.
If anyone can identify the culprits please let
me know.
In mid March, people were taken by surprise
when they came upon a film crew. I had been
approached to see if they could use the wood as
a scene location and I agreed. See the separate
report. They made us a donation which we will
put to good use.
We are expecting to receive some trees and
hedging plants as Village Voice goes to press.
Volunteers will plant these.
www.pennandtylersgreen.org.uk
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