CPCG created Beacon Park’s outdoor classroom
Our Countryside & Parks Conservation Group (or CPCG for short) is a friendly bunch of volunteers who roll up their sleeves twice a month to take part in important conservation work.
From digging a pond at Beacon Park, to clearing scrub at Gentleshaw Common, it’s a great way to give something back to the landscapes you love and to learn some useful skills.
Volunteers work alongside members of Lichfield District Council’s countryside and parks teams who will be ready to answer any questions you might have about conservation. To go on the mailing list for more information and details of forthcoming activities, please email.
- First and third Wednesday of each month (no sessions in August & only first Wednesday in December)
- 10.30am – 3pm
| Date | Location | Project |
| 7 January | Christ Church Open Space | Hazel coppicing |
| 21 January | Christ Church Open Space | Hazel coppicing |
| 4 February | Stowe Pool | Floating island refurbishment |
| 18 February | Stowe Pool | Floating island refurbishment |
| 4 March | Burntwood Park | Biodiversity enhancements |
| 18 March | St Annes | Poppy seed sowing around Commonwealth Graves |
| 1 April | Lark Rise Estate | Woodland management (orchard) |
| 15 April | Lark Rise Estate | Woodland management |
| 6 May | Darnford Park | Woodland management |
| 20 May | Darnford Park | Lower woodland and wetland area |
| 3 June | St Anne’s | General site improvements |
| 17 June | Christian Fields | Pond refurbishment |
| 1 July | Beacon Park | Stream works (Community Garden) |
| 15 July | Beacon Park | Stream works (compound) |
| 2 September | Wharf Lane | Path/Scrub Clearance |
| 16 September | Wharf Lane | Path/Scrub Clearance |
| 7 October | Beacon Park | Hedge laying and willow dome |
| 21 October | Beacon Park | Mini nature reserve (by willow dome) |
| 4 November | Stowe Pool and Fields | Site improvements |
| 18 November | Christian Fields | General site improvements |
| 2 December | Christ Church Open Space | Hazel coppicing |
Why volunteer?
Not only does it benefit the local community and environment, volunteering also provides many social and personal benefits, including:
>> Developing conservation knowledge and skills – these may be an important route to employment.
>> Improving health and well-being – physical exercise, especially outdoors, has been shown to have a highly positive impact on health and well-being. Also, social interaction and carrying out useful tasks helps to build self-confidence, increase self-esteem and produces a sense of achievement.
>> Enhancing the local environment – in addition to the invaluable benefits for wildlife, conservation tasks may also create or enhance places where people live or want to visit.
Who can volunteer?
Everyone over the age of 18 can attend. Accessibility and amenities available vary from site to site. Contact the team on 01543 308867 for further details.
What do I need to bring?
Please wear appropriate clothes for the weather and the task and sturdy footwear. You will also need a packed lunch and drinks for the day although some snacks and tea and coffee are being provided for free. All tools and necessary safety equipment will be provided. Reasonable travel expenses can be reclaimed.
Come along
If you’re interested in coming along to a CPCG conservation day, please call 01543 308867 or email.