Category Archives: Minor Sites

Stu’s Back.

Posted on July 10, 2020 by blackwatervalleycountryside

Good Morning All, Tuesday was my first day back at Ash lock. For me and my family it has been a very long lockdown. Working from home for me was interesting, as you know I am a practical go out … Continue reading →

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Plucking the Parrot’s Feather

Posted on October 30, 2019 by blackwatervalleycountryside

On Wednesday 23rd October, Ranger Jenny, Assistant Ranger Bobbie, Student Liam and I  joined 5 volunteers from the Frimley Fuel Allotments Charity to remove Parrot’s Feather (Myriophyllum aquaticum) from one of the ponds. Parrot’s Feather is an invasive species that … Continue reading →

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Hollybush Bridge is open

Posted on October 28, 2019 by blackwatervalleycountryside

After work on the bridge last week to repair the deck and handrails, I’m pleased to say that this important link in the Blackwater Valley Path is open again. Senior Ranger Stuart

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Hollybush Bridge closed for repairs

Posted on October 21, 2019 by blackwatervalleycountryside

Senior Ranger Stuart

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Hollybush Bridge is closed a diversion in place

Posted on July 25, 2019 by blackwatervalleycountryside

We have had to shut the Blackwater Valley Path bridge between Hollybush Park and Hill. We are working with the bridge owner to replace of the bridge deck and make it safe. In the mean-time please accept our apologies for … Continue reading →

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Holly Lodge Animal Explorers at Snaky Lane

Posted on June 14, 2019 by blackwatervalleycountryside

This week sixty year 5 pupils from Holly Lodge Primary School joined us at Snaky Lane Local Nature Reserve to survey the animals. The children counted birds then charged around with sweep nets  to unearth wildlife in the meadow, including … Continue reading →

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Hay-cutting Hart Meadows

Posted on September 23, 2018 by blackwatervalleycountryside

Now we are getting into Autumn and the weather is turning rainy it marks the end of the hay-cutting season. Our volunteers have been vital to cutting and raking the meadows we can not get to with the Massey. Thank you all! … Continue reading →

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A SANG Fit For A Saint

Posted on September 15, 2018 by blackwatervalleycountryside

If you are looking for a peaceful walk this autumn in a natural area then look no further than St Catherine’s Road SANG (Suitable Alternative Natural Green Space) in Frimley. Owned by Surrey Heath Borough Council, this former school playing field is … Continue reading →

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Find out what is going on in your local area

Posted on August 29, 2018 by blackwatervalleycountryside

BVCP Volunteer Task Programme September 2018  

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Task today is cancelled

Posted on March 1, 2018 by blackwatervalleycountryside

With all the white stuff around we’ve had to cancel today’s task at Manor Park, since driving and working outside is a bit of a challenge.  Senior Ranger Stuart

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