With the passing of 2017, our Group can look back on a very successful year. We have taken part in no less than 74 work sessions which has enabled us to keep our main sites in good order as well as undertaking new tasks for the benefit of the local area and its residents. Continue reading “At Year’s End”
Our latest Newsletter, expertly edited by Martin Angel, has been sent to all members and friends. It is packed with interesting articles about our projects and related subjects which we are sure you will enjoy reading. If you would like a copy please request it from info@bourneconservation.org.uk
The Bourne Conservation Group (BCG) has recently completed one of its largest projects for some time, at the end of a year in which the Group has played a significant part in the success of Farnham in Bloom whilst continuing to maintain key sites and open spaces in The Bourne for the benefit of the environment. Continue reading “Bourne Conservation Group helps walkers with Sable Wood project”
The subject of large amounts of litter that accumulate in and around Farnham is often the subject of comment in The Herald. The delightful open space known as Langham’s Recreation Ground on the Ridgeway, given to the town by the first editor of the paper, unfortunately attracts a great deal of waste material of all sorts deposited by thoughtless walkers and picnickers. Continue reading “Keeping the Tide of Litter at Bay”
The Bourne Conservation Group again contributed a guided walk to this year’s Heritage Open Days, which are organised by the Farnham Society. Called “From Wells to Mains, the Story of Farnham’s Water Supplies”, it was held successfully on Friday 8th September. Members of our group have researched the history of water supplies in the area thoroughly, and the walk will be illustrated with readings from contemporary writing.
For full details of this year’s Heritage Open Days go to www.farnhamsociety.org.uk
Our annual report has been issued to all Members and Friends, and will be discussed at our AGM on Sunday 3rd September. Copies are available on request from info@bourneconservation.org.uk
With the arrival of August, BCG can look back on the exceptionally busy and eventful summer enjoyed so far. It has been busy because of the combination of essential maintenance work , new projects and extra events such as participation in the first ever Farnham Walking Festival in May. Continue reading “A Busy Summer for BCG”
During the recent regional and national Farnham-in Bloom judging it was quite obvious that the new planting of the herbaceous border in the Middle Bourne Lane Wildlife Garden was amply fulfilling the objective of attracting pollinators. On a sunny day it hums with bumblebees, honey bees, hoverflies, greenbottles and even the odd hornet. Continue reading “Encouraging pollinators”
Thank you to all the good people of The Bourne and the wider area who visited our stands at this year’s show on 15th July. Particular thanks to everyone who purchased plants and bric a brac but also for all the friendly interest in our work. Continue reading “The Bourne Show 2017”
The Bourne Conservation Group made a significant contribution to Farnham’s first Walking Festival, held from 21 May to 28 May. Full details can be found on the Town Council website at www.farnham.gov.uk/walkingfestival Continue reading “Farnham Walking Festival 2017”
