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Loughborough Woodland's Final Restoration Phase Begins
2 Mar
Summary
- The Outwoods car park and cafe will close for about a week for felling.
- About 2,000 native oaks will be planted to restore acid woodland.
- Visitors can use alternative parking at Nanpantan Sports Ground.
The Outwoods nature reserve in Loughborough is commencing the final phase of its significant restoration project. This initiative, which began in 2019, aims to remove non-native conifers planted in the 1940s to allow native species to thrive. The project is nearing completion, with plans to plant about 2,000 native oak trees and create wildflower glades to support butterfly populations.
Starting Monday, the Outwoods car park and Olivia's Cafe will be closed for approximately one week to facilitate the felling of trees in the vicinity. During this period, visitors are advised to use alternative parking at Nanpantan Sports Ground or Moat Road and follow designated footpath diversions to access the woodland. Parts of the woodland will also have temporary closures with diversions in place.
This restoration effort is crucial for the long-term health and flourishing of the ancient acid oak woodland, ensuring its ecological benefits for both the local environment and wildlife. The timber harvested from removed trees will be used to fund the purchase of new native trees, contributing to the sustainability of the project.
