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species. The group has assisted with survey and maintenance of wildlife on the area known as Fairchild’s Meadow. Adjoining the meadows is an important wildlife site Guppy’s Pond and the Society and its members have, with the Parish Council, built observation areas and erected nest boxes. In 1988, collaborating with the Wilburton Action Group, HCS was influential in successfully opposing the building of a huge settlement between Wilburton and the A10. In 1992, 200 trees were
Above Left: Many flora and fauna, like the Bee Orchid, have been protected thanks to work undertaken by the HCS.
Pic. Simon Stirrup
planted at Two Pot Corner on Hillrow and tree and wildflower planting has continued ever since.
The HCS raised funds for the
purchase of the Nine Acre Wood site in Aldreth which was planted with hundreds of trees in 1995.
Above Right: HCS activities have encouraged creatures like the hare. Pic. Simon Stirrup
PEACEFUL HAVEN
Above: Key local sites supported by the HSC include Fairchilds Meadow, the Old Burial Ground and Nine Acres Wood, pictured. Pic. Graham How
A quarter of a century on, the wood has matured to become a beautiful, peaceful haven for wildlife and represents a huge community achievement. In 1992, the HCS produced its first publication, an illustrated guide to parish wildlife called Flora and Fauna of Haddenham. In 1995 a second publication, The Birds of Haddenham was produced, containing extensive information, description, illustrations and lists of birdlife in the parish. Over 160 species were recorded, 74 of which are relatively common. In normal times, there are about 10 meetings each year featuring guest speakers covering a wide range of topics on local wildlife such as bats, turtle doves, red kites, orchards and the ‘levels’ (our Fenland waterways system). The future of conservation and
the environment now receives more attention than it did 37 years ago when the HCS was founded. The future of course, is represented by children and here the society has been active too, with the production of laminated wildflower identification packs for children and a card game based on Happy Families developed for the Robert Arkenstall Primary School.
The HCS is teaming with unsung heroes; like-minded people acting together, working hard, collaborating with other organisations to support wildlife and the environment for future generations. If you would like to become a member (you do not need to be a resident of Haddenham or Aldreth) or would like more information on the Haddenham Conservation Society contact- Chariman -Chris Prescott 749038 Sheila Dickerson on
hadconsoc@gmail.com Website
www.hcs.tinaboneuk.co.uk
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