Shipton Wildflower Woods

Shipton Parish Council (SPC) owns a field of approximately 3 acres adjacent the sports field. This has been let on a short-term tenancy for agricultural use. The Parish Council has discussed the possibility and utility of using this land to create a community woodland, and it was agreed to in August 22 at 22-111. Following a period of consultation with the local community a steering group was formed from Shipton residents who wished to move forward with the possibility of creating a community wildflower woodland. Progress has been followed by the Parish Council. Shipton residents have been informed of the project by leaflets, notice boards and a public meeting. As a result, 69 people have expressed a positive interest and have shared their email addresses to be kept informed. The council resolved to give notice to the farmer, who has vacated the land, and plans are in hand to develop the Shipton Wildflower Woods. (SWW)