Over the past year, the Conservators have continued to prioritise the quality, safety, and long-term wellbeing of Therfield Heath and our Greens.
As part of this commitment, we have recently invested £10,000 in replacing and standardising all dog waste bins across the site. The new bins are green, sturdier and some have been moved to more convenient places for users of the Heath. Each of the bins have an assigned number sticker on the front to make it easier to report any issues you see to the Ranger at ranger@therfieldheath.org.uk
We would like to thank all visitors who continue to play their part by using the bins responsibly-your cooperation makes a real difference to making Therfield Heath a cleaner, more welcoming open spaces.
Earlier this spring, we also carried out a comprehensive tree survey across Therfield Heath and all of our Greens. Based on these findings, we will be undertaking a programme of targeted works over the winter months. These actions will focus on maintaining public safety, addressing damaged or declining trees, and promoting the long-term health of the wider tree population.
Winter is the ideal time for this work, minimising disturbance to wildlife and allowing trees to recover ahead of spring growth. We appreciate the community’s understanding while these essential improvements take place and will do our best to keep any disruption to a minimum as well as notifying nearby residents where appropriate.
Together, these projects represent a meaningful investment from the Conservators in the natural spaces that make our area such a special place to live and visit.
We always welcome extra hands! If you’d like to get outdoors, learn more about local wildlife, and be part of a friendly conservation community, we’d love to have you join us as a volunteer. No experience is necessary—just enthusiasm and sturdy footwear!
Volunteering sessions run every Wednesday morning, 9.30am – 12.30pm – to find out more, email: volunteer@therfieldheath.org.uk
If you want to help us maintain and improve Therfield Heath, please join one of our volunteer groups by contacting Ellie Nadin, the Ranger at ranger@therfieldheath.org.uk.
