£60,000 to boost Broadland’s biodiversity

The fund supports a wide range of initiatives designed to restore natural habitats, capture carbon and improve public access to green spaces, empowering communities to play an active role in protecting and enhancing the district’s natural environment.

Broadland District Councillor Jan Davis, Portfolio Holder for Environmental Excellence, said:

The Future for Nature Fund empowers our communities to take action for the environment. These projects not only protect and restore vital habitats but also create accessible green spaces for residents to enjoy for generations to come. I am delighted to support our local councils and volunteer groups, together, we are building a greener, healthier and more resilient Broadland.”

The successful projects include:

• Strumpshaw Parish Council – Enhancing a footpath to create a 2km circular walk around Buckenham Woods.

• Wroxham Parish Council – Planting and maintaining a wildflower meadow and natural shrubs at Caen Meadow.

• South Walsham Parish Council – Regenerating an existing pond with support from local volunteers.

• Little Plumstead Walled Garden Community Shop and Café (Section 106 funded) – Restoring woodland and improving access to greenspace behind the Walled Garden.

• Cantley Parish Council – Restoring an existing pond forming part of a circular walking route.

• Reedham Parish Council – Restoring the Reedham Woodland Walk to enhance public enjoyment.

• Brundall Parish Council – Creating a new pond at Brundall Countryside Park.

• Ringland Parish Council – Restoring one ghost pond and two existing ponds.

• Old Catton Horticultural Club – Creating tree lined avenues in Oakfield Gardens.

• St Faiths Community Volunteer Group – Regenerating woodland by re establishing drainage ditches and clearing invasive species.

• Aylsham Town Council (Section 106 funded) – Improving public access to green spaces through the Aylsham Green Spaces Trail.

• Lingwood Community Garden Group – Establishing a new community garden with orchard and a public footpath.

• Hellesdon Parish Council – Extending an existing mini forest and adding new shrub areas to support wildlife.

Together, these projects will share £50,804 from the Future for Nature Fund, with a further £10,000 provided through Section 106 developer contributions, bringing the total investment to over £60,000.

For more information, please visit www.southnorfolkandbroadland.gov.uk/environment/broadlands-a-future-for-natural-fund