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Sandbach Wheelock Wharf Canal Footpath published their Delivery Report!2 years ago
Delivered 18 September 2022
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By Sandbach Woodland and Wildlife Group
To restore 140 mtrs of footpath (FP23) from Wheelock Wharf on the Trent & Mersey canal to meet and enter the Sandbach Wildlife Corridor. Locals, tourists and wildlife will all benefit from the project
In collaboration with the Canal and River Trust, the project will restore an uneven and obstructed public footpath along the Trent & Mersey canal bank opposite Wheelock Wharf. This project will connect more people to the tranquil woods and wildlife in the Sandbach Wildlife Corridor, a distinctive set of local woodlands with over 2km of woodland pathways leading in to Sandbach town. The current path has become uneven and precarious from years of natural erosion preventing convenient public access. In addition to the proposed levelling and resurfacing of the path the existing canalside trees and shrubs require planned maintenance. Where possible the project will deliver planting of more specimen native trees and shrubs to support more wildlife and extend the wildlife corridor..
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Why it's a great idea:
Extending access to the local canal and wildlife corridor will increase awareness of these pleasant assets in our community. Local SWWG volunteers will enjoy undertaking the work and, when accessible, the public will benefit from using the restored path through a healthy and changing natural environment. This tranquil canal side environment enhances mental wellbeing to those people accessing the free to use assets often overlooked in our day-to-day routines. Meanwhile the plants and trees quietly help absorb the excessive CO2. Sandbach has a successful network of footpaths supported by several walking groups and a week long Walking Festival for families and children. This specific project will provide access to more circular routes and a convenient entry point to explore the wildlife corridor.
Steps to get it done:
Along with the Canal and River Trust the volunteers and resources of Sandbach Woodland and Wildlife Group will promote this valuable public facility. Future working parties will revisit to help maintain path access and sustain the adjacent woodland and wildlife aspects for public enjoyment. On completion of this canal side project further similar volunteer projects will continue to improve the public footpath (FP23) beside the Arclid Brook towards Sandbach town.
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How will the money be spent?Total £2,060
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VolunteerSandbach Woodland and Wildlife Group formed in 2008 as a group of local volunteers who recognised the value of the town's woodland assets. It's aim is for the conservation of woodland and associated open areas in and around Sandbach maintaining its wildlife importance whilst ensuring the benefits of some access for the whole community.
Since 2008 working parties of volunteers have taken practical steps to restore and create a network of woodland paths for public access. Fundraising provides the materials to lay paths, install safety fencing and construct steps and even a bridge. Particular thanks go to Sandbach Town Council as our core funding providers.
A committee of SWWG members also organise ongoing maintenance and takes opportunities to enhance the local woodlands with native tree planting. Attempts are also made to control invasive plants which threaten to damage areas of our woodlands. Litter and waste are regularly removed by volunteers to help protect the threat to wildlife and maintain an attractive environment.
SWWG maintain close links with Sandbach Clean Team and Sandbach Footpath Group to help identify priority issues and contribute to Sandbach Town and Neighbourhood Plans.
As a volunteer group our resources and skills are limited so we use contractors for appropriate tasks. Cheshire East Council and Highways department will manage safety issues on their land. Care4CE, who provide occupational opportunites, have delivered several of the labour intensive projects required to extend the woodland path network.
Often working beside Arclid Brook the SWWG have adopted advice from the Canal and River Trust and Environment Agency to help deliver the projects safely.
Project Owner: Sandbach Woodland and Wildlife Group The Project Owner takes legal responsibility for receiving and spending the funds raised and ensuring the project is delivered.
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