Nextdoor Nature- Somer Valley

A local resident got in touch with us regarding a poorly used play area in Writhlington. We are working in collaboration with local residents to explore ways to increase community use of the Manor Copse woodland and playpark and introduce areas that will be of benefit to local wildlife. 

So far we have enjoyed some really lovely community events, including a forest school session and a bat walk. We have lots more events coming up this year; if you would like to join the Whats app group and be part of these conversations, please email Rhea.Warner@avonwildlifetrust.org.uk, who will add you. 

A Somer Valley Bath College Campus staff member contacted us for support in encouraging native flora and fauna to the college grounds. Since the Horticulture course was stopped, much of the grounds were going to waste. Conversations are now brewing to establish a gardening and wildlife conservation group, to encourage use of the Somer Valley campus green space, improve habitats for wildlife and provide a fun, social space for students and staff to learn new skills and spend time outdoors.

If you are interested in getting involved, reach out to Rhea: Rhea.warner@avonwildlifetrust.org.uk

A member of staff working at The Hive Community Centre had a great idea to create an accessible sensory garden to attract insects. However, following conversations with The Hive and the community we are now expanding the project to the wider village. We have been supporting Ashdown Cemetary with their grounds and will continue to listen to the community through wildlife events we have planned this year. If you would like to be part of these conversations, please reach out to Rhea who can add you to the Whats app group Rhea.warner@avonwildlifetrust.org.uk

Many Paulton residents got in touch with us with their ideas for wildlife, gardening and river health projects in their community. These residents met and prioritised their ideas. It was decided that using the community pub The Red Lion as a starting space would be a great place to begin their ambitious plans. A group of locals have now begun regularly meeting and are designing a growing space outside the pub,  turning the space into a thriving community food growing and wildlife-friendly garden.

They meet frequently and would love new people to be involved, please email Rhea.warner@avonwildlifetrust.org.uk if you would like to be part of the what's app group or you can join the Facebook Group here .