After numerous unsuccessful applications from a developer to build housing on the site, these 48 acres were transferred to RWB Town Council ownership inJanuary 2025 ...to be preserved and enhanced as a country park for the benefit of residents and visitors - humans and animals!

 

The site is bordered by the canal, with spectacular views across countryside to the south. But, with no dedicated council funding, it will rely heavily on volunteer help, donations and sponsorship to deliver the project.

 

Our volunteers have already started working with council grounds staff to plant new trees (including a small community orchard) and have moved trees that were planted in the archaeology of what we believe is an Iron Age Fort.

 

RWB Environment Trust members are represented on a Steering Group that has been set up to guide the development. 

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This is a big, new and exciting project for the Trust and a great opportunity for our town and for the environment.