Autumn Community Litter Pick

On the 27th October we carried out our 16th Community Litter Pick and were delighted with the turn out despite it coinciding with the Welsh Rugby semi-final and clock change day. We were very pleased that again the weather was kind to us and we had a beautiful blue sky. It was lovely to see new (and old) faces and we were particularly pleased with all the families that joined us.

We were able to litter pick most of our most popular footpaths and play areas and were particularly pleased that there was a marked improvement in the level of rubbish found in most areas. Special mention must go to the residents of Old Kiln Lakes who are now really keeping the area litter free.

We will, as usual, be organising a Spring Community Pick, details will be published shortly.

Apple Day at the Orchard

What a day we had at our first autumn apple event on Saturday 19th October and even the weather was kind to us.

We'd hoped for a good supply of apples and we weren't disappointed. Apples came from all over the village plus what we picked at the orchard, a very interesting blend. All in all we managed to produce about 50 bottles of freshly pressed artisan apple juice. Not bad for our first attempt.

We had some great refreshments made by our volunteers which went down very well with the visitors and our helpers! 'Find the tree' quiz, the longest peel competition and guess the weight of the pumpkin kept our smaller visitors entertained.

It was good to see so many people interested in the social history of the site and there was much perusal of our old photographs. We have now identified approximately 1/3 of the heritage apples growing in the orchard and hope to identify the rest next year.

Our thanks to everyone who helped make this a great afternoon.

Station Road Community Garden Planters

The planters have now been winterised and the worn out plants removed. There's been some pruning and tidying with some nice fresh compost and winter Rainbow Chard planted.

The three small adjacent planters have been removed for the winter and will be back in the spring when we start next year's planting.

Autumn Litter Pick

Donkey Lane Community Orchard

Our next orchard working party will be on Tuesday 15 October 2019 10.00 – 13.00 at the orchard.

How to find us: head up Keens Lane, cross at the railway crossing into Donkey Lane. The orchard is on the right hand side. Tools and safety equipment supplied. Bring a cup for refreshments.

If you'd like to find out more about how you can join or support this project, contact me via the listed options or come along to a working party and have a chat with us.

Autumn Apple Day