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spindle berries

caterpillars in silk tent

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The Group was formed in 1988 and has been active since in protecting and enhancing this nature reserve by planting trees, constructing paths and putting in seats and keeping the area litter free. The Group aims to respond to the needs of the community and  encourage local people and children to appreciate and care for  the local environment.

On this page we tell you about our  current and recent activities. To find out where the nature reserve is, what wildlife is found on site, what other activities the Group undertakes, the interactions  with local schools, the links to other local or national organisations involved with the Group, click on the links in the green column. If you want more information on any aspect of the project  contact  Anne Bryan

2011

The Cwmtalwg Nature reserve has been awarded a Green Flag Community Award for 2011-12. Green Flag Community Awards are administered by Keep Britain Tidy, and are given for high quality maintenance of green spaces by community Groups. Cwmtalwg is the only site in Wales to be given this award continuously for eight years in succession.

 

Work party members taking a break to celebrate the Green Pennant award in 2011

Group members cleaning graffiti from the notice board and mowing the grass.

Work parties These are held on Sunday mornings 10 am to 12.00, with a coffee break at 10.45. Tools and gloves are provided, and if you are able to help, even with just a bit of litter picking,  you will be assured of a warm welcome. Meet opposite the Cwmtalwg Pub on Severn Avenue.  For information on date of the next work party  contact Anne Newsletters for Members A newsletter is produced twice a year to tell members about the latest activities. If you would like to become a member, working or non working, the subscription is £2 per year for adults, £3 for families and £1 for over 65s.  There is no obligation to volunteer, the Group is pleased to have members who are simply interested in the project, and the funds they contribute as subs or donation is a great help. It is also good to know that people support the project even if they are not able to volunteer for work on the project To apply for membership contact Anne Nature Walks These are held on the first Sunday of each month, meeting at 10.30 am opposite the Millwood Pub on Severn Avenue, Barry. This is a gentle amble around the proect looking at plants, birds, insects, fungi, etc. All are welcome. Group Lunch This is held once a year and is advertised in the newsletter, it is open to members who may also invite friends and relatives. Teddy Bears Picnic This is held usually in June and is open to all. This is advertised in the newsletters and also in flyers put around the neighbourhood.