Volunteers wanted for wildflower meadow and spring bulb planting in Newbury

Calling all volunteers!

Newbury Town Council is on the hunt for volunteers for wildflower seed and spring bulb planting this weekend.

It is installing a micro-wildflower meadow in a small plot of land by the garages close to the Ladybirds Preschool on Saturday (November 5).

The meadow will aim to provide a valuable learning resource for the children at the preschool and will also aid pollinators in the area.

On the same day the town council will also be planting bulbs along the edges and around the trees, through the footpaths of Culver Road and Three Acre Road.

The bulbs will be native species such as daffodils, snowdrops and wild garlic, and will start to be planted alongside the meadow at 10am.

To get involved with the project contact James Heasman at james.heasman@newbury.gov.uk or on 07775 434475.

Martin Colston, leader of Newbury Town Council, said: “We are inviting local residents to help plant the bulbs and the wildflower seeds and come and take part in this community event.

“This new ‘micro-wildflower meadow’ and bulb planting will further enhance Newbury’s open spaces for everyone making a beautiful show in the spring.

“Newbury Town Council are sponsoring this event for the community to enjoy in the future.”