Sandbach Wheelock Footpath Improvement

Funded on
14 Nov 2022

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.

£4,160 Raised of £4,104

74 Backers

101%

Costs

Treated timber for path edges £1,639
Stone path type1 MOT £1,622
Use of tracked barrow (day rate) £400
Compaction plate day hire £160
Free materials delivery £120
Target: (inc. fees) £4,103

http://swwg.org

Sandbach 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.