Woodlands are for all
The chain of woods that mark the north eastern border of New Addington are ancient woodlands, one of the mot diverse and irreplacable of all wildlife habitats, and one of the most enjoyable for us to experience.
Many people enjoy the woods for walking or excercising the dog on a regular basis as they provide a place to enjoy nature and are a welcome retreat from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Sadly all this natural beuaty is under threat from a small minority misusing the woods without regard for other people or wildlife.
- driving of cars, motor cycles and quads and their burning
- the dumping of household rubbish and garden waste
- the lighting of fires.
Addington Conservation Team
In response to these threats, a number of people living in the area got together and formed ACT, with the aim of reclaiming our space for family use. Since then we have worked closely with Council officers to improve matters. New barriers at Mickleham Way and at other entrances have prevented more cars being driven in. The accumulation of years of burnt out cars (over 40) and motor cycles (over 80) have been cleared, together with truck loads of other assorted rubbish and litter. The number of bikes in the woods has greatly dropped this year thanks to our Community Police.
These successes have improved the woods for all.
You can see some of what we've been up to recently in the Workday Reports section.
logs been removed to stop bikers and burnt cars they now can
gain access.