A stroll with 2 watering cans to The Close to wet a couple of rectangles of grass stripped patches, often brings a welcome chat with a fellow Pitton resident or two. We chat wildflowers, experiments in rewilding, biodiversity and naturally the weather. The two stripped patches are an experiment, in which we are crossing fingers… Continue reading Watering The Close
Category: The Close
Work Starts on The Close
At the end of 2023 the Pitton Nature Trust trustees signed a seven year Management Agreement with the Parish Council which will see the charity undertake a number of initiatives to increase biodiversity in The Close. In recent years the Council has adopted a “no mow” policy on much of the area of The… Continue reading Work Starts on The Close
Grant Funding Received
We are delighted to announce that we have been awarded a grant of £1,900 from the Wessex Water Foundation Environment Fund. This grant will support our work to create a biodiverse nature area within The Close. The Environment Fund supports charitable and community activities across the region that have a positive impact on the local… Continue reading Grant Funding Received
The Close Management Plan
We have developed a five year management plan for The Close and will soon be starting work to implement it. If you would like to help us deliver this plan or to volunteer with the charity please get in touch.
The Close Management Agreement
The charity has signed a management agreement with Pitton & Farley Parish Council on an area of land on The Close, Pitton. The agreement will enable the charity to undertake management of The Close to create a wildflower area and make capital investment where biodiversity would be directly improved. We are taking external expert advice… Continue reading The Close Management Agreement