Access
Where can I walk in the Nature Reserves?
Thank you for keeping to the paths to allow nature to flourish. At certain times of year the plants and grasses around the paths will grow long and may look untidy, this is part of the programme to increase biodiversity.
The Nature Reserves are not suitable for recreational activities, there is a playing field behind Pitton Village Hall and a small children’s play area at the High Street end of The Close.
The Community Orchard and Nature Reserve is currently not open to the public until the land transfer has been completed between Wiltshire Council and Pitton and Farley Parish Council.
Dogs
Are dogs allowed on the Nature Reserves?
In The Close Nature Reserve please keep your dog under control, clear up after your dog and dispose of poo bags in the bins provided.
No dogs are allowed in the Community Orchard and Nature Reserve. Whilst you might visit only occasionally and feel that your dog will cause no harm, the cumulative effects of many people visiting with dogs damages habitat and harms wildlife. We also have a responsibility to our neighbours as The Community Orchard and Nature Reserve borders the RSBP Roundbarrow Nature Reserve and farmland with grazing animals.
If you are visiting the Community Orchard and Nature Reserve and have your dog with you, there are hooks provided by the pedestrian gate for you to safely leave your dog whilst you enjoy the Reserve.
Donations
How do I make a donation?
Thank you for considering a donation. We are able to accept donations online via our JustGiving page. If you would like to make a bank transfer or cash donation please email Lyn our Treasurer treasurer@pittonnaturetrust.org.uk
Fruit
Can I pick the fruit from the trees or the ground in the Nature Reserves?
The trees are young and unlikely to bear significant fruit in the first few years. When the trees start fruiting more prolifically, you are welcome to help yourself kindly leaving enough for other people and wildlife.
Trees
What trees have been planted?
In March 2025, five trees were planted in The Close Nature Reserve; a crab apple Malus Jelly King, Fiesta a late eating apple, a Concorde Pear and two cherries, Stella and Sweetheart.
420 hedge trees were planted in The Community Orchard and Nature Reserve consisting of a mix of Hawthorn, Rowan, Wild Cherry, Hazel, Silver Birch and Dogwood.
Twelve fruit trees were also planted; two pears Louise Bonne of Jersey, William Bon Cretien; five apples James Grieve, King of The Pippins, Beauty of Bath, Charles Ross, Adam’s Pearmain; one plum Marjorie’s Seedling; one quince Serbian Gold; two cherries Stella, Summer Sun; and one crab apple Golden Raindrops.
How were the trees chosen?
The trees were chosen for their suitability for the planting conditions, blossom and fruiting times during the season and heritage. In due course, more details on the Community Orchard and Nature Reserve trees and planting will become available on the site.
Volunteering
What volunteering opportunities do you have?
We are very grateful to the many of you that have already expressed an interest in volunteering, we have your details.
As the projects develop and the Community Orchard and Nature Reserve is open, volunteering roles and opportunities will become available.
If you would like to volunteer please email contact@pittonnaturetrust.org.uk
Outreach and Community Education Events
Do you provide opportunities for outreach and community educational events?
We have hosted events in the village hall and are planning an open event for later in 2025 in the Community Orchard and Nature reserve. We are keen to foster links with other community groups so please do get in touch.