HELP SEED VIBRANT NEW WILDFLOWERS!

Newbury Town Council’s Green Spaces Working Group, in partnership with Newbury in Bloom and Friends of the Earth Newbury, is calling on volunteers to help create a stunning new wildflower area at St George’s Avenue on Saturday, 29 March at 10am. Wildflower meadows aren’t just beautiful – they’re essential for biodiversity.  They provide food and shelter for bees, butterflies, birds, and other vital wildlife.

Cllr Ian Jee, Chair of the Town Council’s Green Spaces Working Group, says, “Our wildflower areas at Victoria Park, City Recreation Ground, and Roebutts Close have been a great success – bursting with colour all summer and providing a crucial habitat for pollinators. Now, we’re excited to create another. If you love nature, biodiversity, or simply want to make a difference in your community, we’d love to see you there.”

Wildflower areas bring many benefits to our town. They attract a diverse range of insects, including bees, butterflies, spiders, and millipedes, while also supporting birds and small mammals. The ever-changing bursts of colour add natural beauty to the urban landscape throughout the seasons, enhancing the environment for everyone. By encouraging beneficial insects to the area, wildflowers play a vital role in pollination, helping crops grow and providing food for other wildlife.

No experience is needed—just bring your enthusiasm and a willingness to get your hands a little dirty!

Contacts:

Cllr Gary Norman, Leader of the Council gary.norman@newbury.gov.uk 07801 046115

Cllr Ian Jee, Chair Green Spaces Working Group ian.jee@newbury.gov.uk   

James Heasman, Parks & Open Spaces Supervisor NTC james.heasman@newbury.gov.uk 07775 434475