The Shire Brook Valley Nature Reserve, Woodhouse – Visitor improvements (007131)

This project will deliver much needed improvements to the nature reserve itself, transforming it into an inviting destination for visitors from a range of user groups and backgrounds.
The project will:
1. Improve access: routes and pathways; seating; facilities and a large accessible pond dipping platform.
2. Enhance biodiversity: new wildflower meadows; tree planting; glades; tree coppicing and bug hotels/ hibernacula.
3. Make the area more welcoming: entrance works; attractive fencing; opening up vistas; providing information to visitors – new interpretation and a notice board.
4 Offer opportunities: through volunteering and training