Call for Volunteers: help maintain Claygate Common

Dear All

On behalf of the Elmbridge Countryside Team thanks to all of you who joined the working parties on Claygate Common last year. They made a tremendous difference

It doesn't feel like it but we're nearly into the next coppicing season and I attach a call for volunteers for a new set of dates.

This is very rewarding work and will make an instant impact on our local common so please can you put the dates in your diary and circulate to anyone else who might be interested

If you haven't already done so please ask Susy for a registration form: sdixon-jones@elmbridge.gov.uk

Many thanks and look forward to seeing you in the Autumn with saw in hand!

Best wishes

Bill Raspin

Claygate Common Small woodland management works

Countryside Team 01372 474 474

Calling all volunteers for conservation tasks

Please join us to clear invasive laurel and thinning excessive holly to restore light and diversity in the woodland for flora, fauna and public access and enjoyment.

Elmbridge countryside rangers will provide all tools and training but please bring:

• water and snacks
• suitable sturdy outdoor footwear (steel toe capped boots if you have them)
• thick gardening-type gloves

Dates of work parties:

• Wednesday 4th September
• Wednesday 9th October
• Wednesday 6th November
• Wednesday 4th December
• Wednesday 19th February

From 9.30am to 12.30pm, but you can leave earlier if you like.

Meet at 9.30am at the entrance to the green at Claygate Common via Common Lane (what3words ///rider.puddles.star)

All participants must meet at the start for safety and task briefing.

All welcome!

We look forward to seeing you!

Elmbridge Borough Council