News 2004

Press Release 25th February 2004

	Cadets create a wildlife haven - Sleaford Standard

ARMY cadets have been hard at work planting trees on a former Sleaford landfill site.
 

Cadets from Sleaford & Ruskington detachment put their backs into it at Mareham Pastures, where they helped plant a number of hawthorn trees. They joined the British Trust for Conservation Volunteers at the site, off Mareham Lane, which is to become a haven for wildlife as well as a place for young and old to enjoy.

Possibilities for the site include information boards, a children's play area and the creation of woodland and it is hoped the Sleaford area community, including youth groups will be involved as much as possible.

 

Sergeant instructor of Sleaford Cadets Nick Watson, who is also a member of the Friends of Mareham Pastures, said: "The cadets were really looking forward to getting involved, especially as community projects are an important element of what they do. It was great for us to take part in this exciting project, which we hope will become a valuable asset to the town."

The project is being spearheaded by Lincolnshire County Council and the trees were donated by its landscape conservation scheme.


 

 

Anyone interested in what is happening at Mareham Pastures Local Nature Reserve can now receive regular news updates by email – contact Zoë Watson – Secretary at info@marehampastures.co.uk. and ask to be added to the supporters list.

For any other information please contact Zoë Watson – Secretary of the Friends of Mareham Pastures via email.

info@marehampastures.co.uk

Alternatively contact Matthew Davey, Environmental and Community Project Officer, Lincolnshire County Council, Conservation Services:

Tel: 01522 554832

Alternatively contact Matthew Davey, Environmental and Community Project Officer, Lincolnshire County Council, Conservation Services:

Tel: 01522 554832

 

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