Subham and I joined John and Hannah to help clear old log boards from the path where they were stopping vegetation from growing properly. We moved the wood into separate piles, creating habitat for insects and leaving some material aside for possible burning.

Simple task, good company, and plenty of chat while we worked.

Darlands is a special local nature reserve, with woodland, wetland and lake habitat that supports wildlife and helps the wider local environment. The lake has also recently been dredged, which should improve water capture, benefit wildlife and help reduce flood pressure further down the river system.

A nice straightforward mission, but exactly the sort of practical support that helps a local green space thrive.