A wildlife area at a park in Calverton has reopened after being closed due to vandalism. Calverton Parish Council has confirmed the reopening of the Wildlife Area Footpaths at William Lee Memorial Park on Park Road.
In February a number of residents and schools planted more than 600 trees in the William Lee Memorial Park Wildlife Area. However, due to vandalism of the trees the area was forced to close until they were more established.
Since then the Wildlife Area has been officially reopened to the public. Councillor Lorraine Brown said: "Calverton Parish Council are pleased to confirm that the Wildlife Area has been re-opened and footpaths recently mown.
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"Over 600 trees were planted by hundreds of residents and schools back in February but due to vandalism of the trees, had to remain closed until they were more established.
"Due to the long wait before cutting the grass some of the footpaths are a little unstable but we hope this doesn’t stop people from enjoying the wildlife Area. The picnic area has also been mown and will eventually have logs for seating."
She added: "This is a lovely serene area for sitting and contemplating and one where children can explore the wildlife that currently habitats this location. We would ask visitors to be mindful of the long grass and stay on the footpaths to enable the saplings to become more established and please take all litter home with you."
