Working to protect and enhance the Lickey Hills and their environs
Message From The Rangers About Rednal Hill Fire
17th Aug 2022
Thanks so much to everyone who has shown concern about the devastating fires we have had locally. A large area of heathland, one of the rarest habitats in the world was badly burnt. Parts of it may well regenerate from seeds in the ground or roots that were not as badly damaged. We need to wait and see what comes back next year. Please do not plant anything in the area as we need to assess the natural regeneration. It is a delicate habitat so introducing unsuitable species could have a negative effect. Lots of people have been asking what they can do to help so here are a few ideas:
Spread the word that bbqs & fires are not permitted at The Lickey Hills or any parks.
Bring a picnic instead then take your litter home and recycle what you can.
Report bbqs and fires to the ranger duty hub: 0121 675 9686.
Don’t drop litter; even sun reflecting off tin cans or glass bottles can cause fire.
Do not drop cigarette butts on the ground.
Join in local litter picks and volunteer work days.
We will keep you posted about them.
Love your parks!
Thursday Walks
24th Jul 2021
Now that there has been a relaxation of Covid-19 restrictions, the weekly walks will begin again on Thursday 5th August. The gently-paced walks will be led by Society members and will last for approximately one hour. All walks will begin and end at the Visitor Centre in Warren Lane where toilets and light refreshments will be available. Normally the walks will start at 10.30am but on the 5th, we would be grateful if walkers could arrive no later than 10.15am in order that necessary preparations can be made. Before the lockdown, there were some 30 regular walkers taking part; it will take some time to build numbers but we hope to see as many people as possible on 5th August. It is important that walkers wear appropriate footwear and clothing.
Tree Felling
20th May 2021
You will be aware that Phytophthora ramorum was identified several months ago in larch trees on Beacon Hill. As a consequence, considerable felling has been taking place on Beacon Hill and in the area above the duck ponds. The felling is carried out under the auspices of the Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (DEFRA) and the Forestry Commission. It is never pleasant to see such large scale felling and the damage that it does but sadly it is necessary to try and stop the further spread of the disease.
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