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Volunteers Needed to Preserve Rare Habitats at Northumbria Nature Reserve
25 Oct, 2025
Summary
- Volunteers required to maintain Gosforth Nature Reserve in Northumbria
- Cutting reeds, clearing organic buildup, and planting seeds for spring
- Reserve warden says volunteers must be prepared to "get muddy"
The Natural History Society of Northumbria is calling for volunteers to help maintain the Gosforth Nature Reserve during the upcoming winter months. The reserve, located on the outskirts of Newcastle, is one of the oldest in the region and is home to valuable marshland, wetlands, and reed beds.
Every year, the society relies on volunteers to undertake essential tasks such as cutting back reeds, clearing organic buildup, and planting seeds for the coming spring. Paul Drummond, the reserve warden for more than 30 years, emphasizes the importance of this work, stating that volunteers are needed to "wind back the clock" and preserve these rare habitats.
Drummond notes that the volunteer work can be physically demanding, warning that participants must be prepared to "get muddy" as they carry out the necessary maintenance. However, he stresses the vital role these volunteers play in ensuring the continued health and vibrancy of the Gosforth Nature Reserve.
