It was a good turnout for the New Year … on the 12th January. A dozen of us worked in Walcot Woods continuing the clearing from earlier visits. I didn’t even notice the sheep as we walked up to the worksite. But once we have finished clearing the area, the hope is that they will keep re-growth under control, and allow wild flowers to return to the area.
Lovely flapjack at Cake O’Clock in the morning, and a few Christmas chocolates kept our energy levels up. There was enough fuel for the fire as well.
The afternoon saw the fire grow and by 3pm when cutting stopped, the whole area looked better. It was muddy walk back to the cars, and worsening weather for the drive home, but for me, a great start to my SSNTV new year.
Before …… And …… After
Shropshire and Staffordshire National Trust Volunteers 