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OCTOBER 2007
SEED PLANTING AT SCHOOLAt the beginning of
October children from Yoxford Primary School collected tree seeds from various locations in Yoxford. The seeds were
planted in a newly constructed raised bed on the school site during a day around the theme of trees and harvest.
It is hoped that many will germinate and the saplings, when large enough, will be planted in the new woodland area by
the school children and local volunteers.
NOVEMBER 2007
FUNDRAISING
A very big thank you to Nancy Main who hosted a fundraising meal at main’s Restaurant. The evening was a big success
and raised £373 for Yoxwood funds.
We would also like to thank members of the village for their generous donations
bringing our total to over £1,000.
LAND OFFERED
Yoxwood Antique Centre and Gardens run by Malcolm and June Purvis, has kindly offered land (on a renewable lease) for
a community wildlife area to be developed by the River Yox.
It really is a delightful location and has great potential
to be a wonderful resource for both wildlife and Parishioners.
A Management plan is currently being drawn up and
letters to solicitors exchanged.
Suffolk Wildlife Trust have surveyed the area and made recommendations for planting.
Black Poplar trees are a consideration as they are compatible with existing wildlife interest and the landscape character
of the area.
SEPTEMBER 2008
VILLAGE WALKThanks to
all the people who came to the walk, Over £60 was raised. We were very lucky with the weather and we hope you all had
a good time.
OCTOBER 2008
GARAGE SALE
Thanks to all the people who came to the Garage Sale. Including donations £60 was raised.
DECEMBER 2008
The lease is now completed.
The next stage will be to put in stock fencing and pedestrian access.
We will then be working on land management clearing land and getting areas ready for tree planting.
Consequently we will soon be needing work parties to help with the land management. Please check the
events page to see what is planned.
FEBRUARY 2009
Stock fencing erected.
Tree planting day - Great turn out, despite windy weather. Planted 30 Willows to be
coppiced for future living willow projects and will act as shelter from the wind.
APRIL 2009
New farm gate installed between the Yoxwood field and Malcolm's field.
MAY 2009
First grass cut. Thanks to Russel Pearce for doing this for us.
JULY 2009
Grass cutting equipment purchased. Work parties begin cutting paths and clearings.
School end of term picnic.
AUGUST 2009
Pedestrian gates installed. Opening to the public
DECEMBER 2009
133 Tress planted as part of the Guimess world record attempt.
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