The land was given to us by Ann and Brian Clark, to be improved for wildlife
"Ann and Brian Clark have left Penrith with a wonderful community asset for the future. Making more space for nature to become abundant once again, by improving habitats, will give our struggling wildlife the chance to recover" said Helen Duxbur, Development Manager Cumbria Wildlife Trust
The 15 hectares of farmland at Cold Springs, on the outskirts of Penrith was given to us by Ann Clark, in memory of her husband Brian.
Helen Duxbury said: "Our plans at Cold Springs are still in the early stages, but we’ll be consulting with local people about how they would like to see the land used, as we improve it for wildlife and biodiversity.”
Plans are yet to be drawn up but could include planting grasslands, trees and shrubs to increase biodiversity, in particular to help pollinating insects. The land could be transformed to a nature-rich park, with open access to everyone. Those living nearby will be invited to comment on the plans and Cumbria Wildlife Trust will be contacting local groups, such as schools and nursing homes, and holding a drop-in event at the site later in the year, when local people can comment on the proposals.
Our 15 hectares of fields at Cold Springs are beneath Penrith Beacon, south of Beacon Edge. A housing development currently being built nearby is not on the land owned by Cumbria Wildlife Trust, but is bordering it.
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Posted On: 24/06/2022