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The Cwmtalwg Local Nature Reserve  is managed by the Cwmtalwg Woodlands Residents Group which was formed in 1988 with the aim of making some small woods a community resource rather than a handy dumping ground and hideout for truanting children and drug and alcohol misusers. The nature reserve consists of  2.85 hectares of deciduous woodland and is owned by the Vale of Glamorgan Council and situated on the edge of the town of Barry, South Wales.

The Group has been active over the last 25 years 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, the list of species, the aims and constitution, the policies adopted on risk assessment etc and 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

 Highlights of 2012

 

 

 

Green Flag  Community Gold Award

The Cwmtalwg Nature reserve received this award for 2012-13. Green Flag Community Awards are administered by Keep Britain Tidy, and are given for high quality maintenance of green spaces by community Groups. Gold Awards are given to Groups who have received an award for nine years in succession. Cwmtalwg is the only site in Wales to be given a gold award. The photo shows members receiving the  Award in 2012 at the Royal Welsh show in Builth Wells

The Vale of Glamorgan Wildlife Awards

These have been running since 2005 and aim to reward practical projects that benefit native biodiversity. The prizes, sponsored by RWE npower Aberthaw station, were presented to the winners of each class at the Vale of Glamorgan Show in August. Cwmtalwg was awarded first prize of £100 for community projects in 2012.

The judge commented 'the wood's wildlife has benefited though the maintenance and encouragement of natural diversity rather than “gardening”. The CWRG do an excellent job that I hope continues long in to the future.' The Group has previously been awarded first prize in 2010 and has twice been awarded second prize.

 

 

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

A newsletter is produced every year to tell members about the latest activities. It can be sent either in paper or via e mail.  If you would like to become a member, active or just supportive, 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 project looking at plants, birds, insects, fungi, etc. All are welcome.

Annual General Meeting

The next AGM will be held on Friday May 3rd at 7.30 pm at Gwenog Court, Plas Cleddau, Barry. For more information contact Anne:a.bryan7@ntlworld.

Group Lunch

This year will be special as it is the 25th anniversary of the founding of the Group. This year the lunch is being held on Monday 17 June. it is open to members who may also invite friends and relatives.

Teddy Bears Picnic

The Teddy Bears Picnic  is held on a Saturday or Sunday afternoon in a glade in the Severn Avenue wood opposite the Cwmtalwg Pub. There are prizes for the best dressed teddies, games and treasure hunts in the woods. It's an afternoon which is enjoyed by children, parents and grandparents (and the Teddies of course). The next picnic is scheduled for Saturday July 6th. If it is raining on the 6th July the picnic will be on the Sunday, if in doubt whether it will go ahead or be postponed contact Anne by e mail or phone 01446 733945. 

This is advertised in the newsletter and also in flyers dropped into local houses.
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