Last year we were gifted daffodil bulbs that were planted in various locations around our community. Here are some planted in Parkmill, with our new Parkmill sign in the background.
Category: Environment
Traffic
As Ilston Community residents and representatives we share a common concern in respect of the traffic passing through our community. We are impacted by both the year-round volume of traffic and the behaviour of some road users.
A working group was established last year within Ilston Community Council with the specific objective of identifying measures to improve the safety of all road users within the community. The focus of this group has been on how this might be achieved through the moderation of traffic speed and the encouragement of more considerate driving.
A report has been prepared and will be submitted to both our local Councillor and Swansea Council. It is the first step in a process that we know will take time to realise as we are operating within an increasingly budget constrained world – however we will continue to press for change. The report, focussing on the most problematic stretch of the A4118, represents the first phase of the work. The next phase will reach further into our community and other roads.
The Ramblers – pledge your support for our paths
From the Ramblers organisation…… “Walking and connecting with nature is essential for our health and wellbeing, but for too long there has been a lack of investment in the national asset that is our Public Rights of Way network…. We are calling on the Welsh Government to improve access to our path network”.
For further information, and to pledge your support follow one of the two links here.
Update 27th Oct – Japanese Knotweed Treatment in Parkmill/Ilston
Ursula Jones, Communities and Nature Project Officer for Gower AONB has let us know that the current round of treatment of the Japanese knotweed in Parkmill / Ilston Valley is complete.
This should result in reduced regrowth next spring. The contractors expect to be back in winter to cut the dead canes down in one of the large stands in Ilston Woods. We will be contacted when this is likely to happen.
Another survey of the regrowth will be conducted between May and July next year and a third round of herbicide treatment is planned for autumn 2023.
It’s for Them
If we cut our grass less often we help our wildlife.
The Welsh Government led ‘It’s for Them’ campaign aims to increase the awareness of the public, and people who manage grass cutting, of the benefits of mowing less often. Further information may be found at: Published Assets (assetbank-server.com)
Planting for Pollinators
A brand new booklet to planting for pollinators has been released and it is brim-full of great ideas and top tips.
Botanic Garden’s science team has provided expert advice for a booklet detailing some of the top plants for pollinators to guide growers on what to plant throughout the year.
There are also tips on grass cutting, containers, growing from seed, from cuttings, and advice on making new plants using techniques such as layering and division.
You can find out more about the Bee Friendly scheme and download a booklet here: https://www.biodiversitywales.org.uk/Bee-Friendly
To download a copy of the booklet, please follow the link below
Planting for Pollinators booklet
Many thanks to the following organisations and people for their support in producing this booklet: Marc Carlton (Wildlife Gardening Forum), Jan Miller (Wildlife Trust Wales), Abi Lowe, Kevin McGinn and Natasha de Vere (National Botanic Garden for Wales), Cath Shellswell (Plantlife), Mark Cleaver (Monmouthshire County Council), Lucy Arnold-Matthews (Newport City Council) and the All Ireland Pollinator Team.
Rachel Carter
Swyddog lleodd lleol ar gyfer Natur
Local Places for Nature Officer
Un Llais Cymru
24c Stryd y Coleg Rhydaman
Sir Gaerfyrddin
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Ffôn symudol: 07392 803323
Ffôn swyddfa: 01269 595400
One Voice Wales
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Mobile phone: 07392 803323
Office phone: 01269 595400
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For hard copies please e-mail: NatureConservation@gov.wales
