A new project in our area!

The Avon Wildlife Trust has launched a new project in our area!
Over the past few weeks the new Somer Valley Community Organiser at the Trust has met with locals in Paulton to discuss what matters most to them and hear about their nature driven dreams. The rep, ‘Rhea says, ‘I had a fantastic time joining the Somersetshire Coal Canal Society on a Paulton work day. The project is based in a stunning and biodiverse location, with rich history and a friendly group of volunteers, plus cakes in the tea-break- what’s not to love!The Community Library in Paulton was also both heart-warming to visit. ‘
Nextdoor Nature is a national campaign by The Wildlife Trusts as part of Team Wilder’s community-led action for nature’s recovery.  The project aims to raise understanding about the urgent need for change, and to recognise individuals and communities’ own roles in making that change happen. They want to support local people in the projects they want to make happenFind out more:- somervalleyrediscovered.co.uk/nextdoor-nature-somer-valley-project/

Coal Canal

The Somersetshire Coal Canal Society is the driving force behind the restoration of the 10 miles long Somersetshire coal canal.They hold regular work parties at which a lot a lot of gardening type activities take place There are skilled-labour tasks too, so if you think you have a skill that would be useful to us, please get in touch!Paulton Work Parties Dates 2024 January 2024 – 7th, 14th, 21st & 28th February 2024 -4th, 11th, 18th & 25th March 2024 – 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th & 31st April 2024 – 7th, 14th, 21st & 28th May 2024 – 5th, 12th, 19th & 26th June 2024 – 2nd, 9th, 16, 23rd & 30thContact us: to join a Paulton Work Party, contact Stu Ashman at ku.gro.lanaclaoc%40notluap_ytrapkrow or phone/text 07759 336864.Meeting location: Paulton – BS39 7PF 
Contact:-www.coalcanal.com

Coal Canal

The Somersetshire Coal Canal Society is the driving force behind the restoration of the 10 miles long Somersetshire coal canal.They hold regular work parties at which a lot a lot of gardening type activities take place There are skilled-labour tasks too, so if you think you have a skill that would be useful to us, please get in touch!Paulton Work Parties Dates 2024 January 2024 – 7th, 14th, 21st & 28th February 2024 -4th, 11th, 18th & 25th March 2024 – 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th & 31st April 2024 – 7th, 14th, 21st & 28th May 2024 – 5th, 12th, 19th & 26th June 2024 – 2nd, 9th, 16, 23rd & 30thContact us: to join a Paulton Work Party, contact Stu Ashman at ku.gro.lanaclaoc%40notluap_ytrapkrow or phone/text 07759 336864.Meeting location: Paulton – BS39 7PF 
Contact:-www.coalcanal.com

Pride in Paulton

Members of Pride in Paulton meet regularly on Tuesday mornings at the hub at 10 am. They tackle many village projects including planting and tidying areas around Paulton, decorating our village for Remembrance, Christmas and National events and ensuring that the village always has stunning hanging basket dispays during the summer months.

Red Lion Community Garden

The Red Lion Community Garden is a relatively new project. When the Red Lion was taken over the area was overgrown with 20 foot tall buddleia. After lots of hard work the area was cleared the garden was properly dug over with a rotavator, a gate and a sturdy fence added. Then planting began. The image shows the first crop. It is hoped that the project will develop during 2024

The Somer Valley Enterprise Zone

The Somer Valley Enterprise Zone (SVEZ) is a planned new area for commercial development, where it is aimed to create a local hub for new business and employment.B&NES are keen to inform about the development so more can be found at:- beta.bathnes.gov.uk/somer-valley-enterprise-zone-project-overview/introductionThere is also a facebook group called 'Stop the SVEZ' Their page is :- www.facebook.com/groups/184420784430260

Cam Valley Wildlife group

Cam Valley Wildlife Group is an independent local wildlife group actively involved in wildlife conservation and enjoyment. They conduct a number of recording and conservation projects within our area and have a programme of events both within and outside our area, including walks, trips, and talks.More information:- www.cvwg.org.uk

Goosard Batch, Paulton. Nature Reserve Conservation Project

The objective of this project is to manage Goosard Batch reserve for the benefit of fauna and flora and for the enjoyment/education of the public.  Work Days take place on the first Saturday of each month. Anyone is welcome to attend thoug h places are limitedMore information:- www.cvwg.org.uk