Events

Neroche Conservation Volunteers - August
11th August

August's Task - Blackthorn and Ragwort Removal- We need some careful blackthorn scrub removal at Keepers Field - a haven for butterflies. The aim is to keep a resource of young suckering plants for the Brown Hairstreak butterfly to lay its eggs on – and yet prevent the blackthorn over-running the grassland. 

Also, some removal of ragwort is needed in nearby Wych Lodge Woods.

For a map, click HERE

The Neroche Conservation Volunteers are a group who meet on the second Wednesday of each month and are really keen to welcome new members.
You can help as often or as little as you like and all you need is enthusiasm and some sensible clothing – any training needed will be given on the day.  Hot drinks will be provided, but bring a packed lunch and bottled water.

For further details about volunteering please visit the Neroche Volunteer page 

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Neroche Conservation Volunteers - September
8th September

Can you help to improve and care for wildlife habitats across the Blackdown Hills?

September's task - Ride and Glade clearance- Join David Northcote-Wright from Somerset Wildlife Trust for a day cutting back the undergrowth in Thurlbear Woods. 

For a map, click HERE

The Neroche Conservation Volunteers are a group who meet on the second Wednesday of each month and are really keen to welcome new members.
You can help as often or as little as you like and all you need is enthusiasm and some sensible clothing – any training needed will be given on the day.  Hot drinks will be provided, but bring a packed lunch and bottled water.

For further details about volunteering please visit the Neroche Volunteer page 

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Megan Calver - The Jellies
25th September - 26th September

A collection of jellies produced from plants selected on outings in the Blackdown Hills. 

The jellies seek to clarify the colours of the landscape, to be coloured by it and ingest it on its own terms.  The jelly-making process follows traditional methods, but recruits unlikely plant material chosen for seasonal colour.

Join the junketing in the kitchen for delicacies and cups of tea.

Directions:
From A38 south of Wellington take road signposted to Fore Street, Chard.  Across crossroads at brow of hill, signposted Clayhidon.   Across next crossroads.  Village hall on left, bottom of hill.

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Latest news

Neroche Digital Trail Guides NOW AVALIABLE!
Neroche Digital Trail Guides
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Neroche Longhorns continue their conservation work
Cattle in the forest
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LiDAR - Ground truthing exercise
Walking and observing volunteers required
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Easy Access to the Hills
March 2009: Staple Hill Easy Access Viewpoint Trail opens...
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Castle Plantation - management proposals
June 2008: A statement on revised management proposals
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Herepath Trail Watchers Scheme
An opportunity to get involved...
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Stories from the past...
Local recollections from the Neroche Area
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FORESTRY OPERATIONS AT CASTLE NEROCHE
Felling work/ Trail Diversions
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FORESTRY OPERATIONS AT THURLBEAR WOODS
Tree Felling
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WORKING OUR WOODLANDS
Opportunity for Woodland Owners and Contractors
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Neroche Longhorns – helping learn valuable lessons for conservation in the Blackdowns

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