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Sandbach Wheelock Footpath Improvement published their Delivery Report!1 year ago
Delivered 25 May 2023
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By Sandbach Woodland and Wildlife Group
Phase II of SWWG footpath restoration project improving public access to the Sandbach Wildlife Corridor along the banks of Arclid Brook. Public Footpath 23 is the mapped route requiring attention.
For many years Winter floods from Arclid Brook have damaged the Wheelock section of footpaths along Sandbach Wildlife Corridor. Volunteers from SWWG wish to repair damage and maintain access for the public all year round. Phase II will improve a 220m path at the Wheelock section where access to the public footpath (FP23) is at serious risk of being lost to flood damage and further erosion. Funds raised will pay for the timber and stone used to stabilise eroded and unstable sections. Where Arclid Brook now meets the path edge the bank must be reinforced and sections of persistently muddy path can be raised using stone so allowing drainage after floods and reducing interruption to public wishing to use the footpath.
What we'll deliver:
Why it's a great idea:
New and existing users will find the path more accessible for more months of the year as the improved route will be less treacherous when wet. Both individuals, families and groups of walkers will include this section of public footpath to their regular leisure routes taking them away from the alternative Crewe Road public highway. A better defined path will allow surrounding damaged vegetation to re-establish so benefitting nature and the public experience of this local wildlife corridor. SWWG volunteers enjoy their path restoration projects, they will also continue to monitor and manage the area, looking to protect the wildlife and develop the access to it, for our future generations.
Steps to get it done:
Volunteer update: We’ve received a positive input from the local geocaching community on the first phase of this project. One of our volunteers published a CITO (Cache In Trash Out) geocaching event to progress work on a section of FP23 and is very keen to engage with us to assist SWWG with future local footpath improvement work.
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How will the money be spent?Target (inc. fees) £4,103
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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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