Cattle grazing at Barnwell East
Current management aims to simulate grazing by animals but is both sudden and catastrophic for invertebrates. Cattle are more selective, creating a more varied grassland habitat, which is beneficial for invertebrates. This will have a positive impact on the range of wildlife that lives on the reserve. Learn more by attending one of our grazing workshops.
Restricted access to Nine Wells
During the construction of the Addenbrookes access road, access to Nine Wells from Trumpington via the track which runs parallel to the railway line will remain closed. This is to allow for the construction of the bridge. Access will be re-open in approximately one year. Please use alternative path via Addenbrookes and cycleway to Shelford.
Anyone for tennis!
Over the past couple of months volunteers have helped to re-create an area of open woodland at Paradise LNR. Once the site of a grass tennis court the area had become the location for anti-social behaviour. By clearing back some of the trees it is hoped that it will allow more light in to the woodland and with it a greater range of plants. It is also hoped that this will reduce incidents of anti-social behaviour. Areas of ash have also been reduced which threaten to encroach on to the marsh.
Clean sweep
With the help of volunteers work has started on the clearance of scrub along the proposed fenceline at Barnwell East LNR. Grazing is proposed at the site to help control the extent of the scrub and to reduce the dominance of Michaelmas Daisy which threatens to outcompete more valuable chalk grassland species like the Bee Orchid
Wash Out!
The recent heavy rainfall has caused a section of pathway at Barnwell West LNR to collapse. The path which runs parellel to Coldhams Brook had become undermined due to a leak in the clay which lines the brook. Work is now being carried out by contractors to repair the leak. There will be some path closures during the works.
A big thank you
A big thank you to all those people who have helped with managing and promoting the Local Nature Reserves over the past year. With the increased numbers of volunteers it has been possible to widen the management of the reserves and to provide a greater range of community events.
On the horizon
Work continues at the moment to extend and create new Local Nature Reserves across the city as part of the commitment set out in the Nature Conservation Strategy. Though the exact details can not be disclosed, Ellis Selway, Cambridge City Council's Community Reserves Officer is confident that there have been some positive steps made.
Construction complete
The permanent flow channel at the exit pool of the Nine Wells Springs has now been installed. Following the extensive work to restore the Nine Wells springs a recent report has established a link between local water abstraction and low flows. The permanent flow channel will allow this correlation to be monitored further.
Construction springs into action
Work will begin in September to construct a permanent flow channel at the exit pool of the Nine Wells Springs. Following the extensive work to restore the Nine Wells springs a recent report has established a link between local water abstraction and low flows. The permanent flow channel will allow this correlation to be monitored further.
Fun Day Success
Clear blue skies and the start of summer proper attracted over 200 families to the Bramblefields Fun Day. From face painting to pond dipping there was something for everyone.
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