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My First Year with BEG
I have been a member of BEG for one year now and would like to recommend to anyone in the locality with a little time to spare that they join this worthwhile group.
I have particpated in a variety of activities to support making 'Bryncoch a place to be proud of'and have learnt much about local widlife and environmental issues. It has all been made very enjoyable with good company and the encouragement of the knowledgeable leaders of the group. So do join the fun!
I have particpated in a variety of activities to support making 'Bryncoch a place to be proud of'and have learnt much about local widlife and environmental issues. It has all been made very enjoyable with good company and the encouragement of the knowledgeable leaders of the group. So do join the fun!
Posted by Gwyneth Parry on 05 September 2010
environment
Our group works in partnership with the Bryncoch Environment Group. We share the same aims as well as the same problems - making people aware of the need to care for and maintain the rich green environment that surrounds us.
The common problems are the alien invasive species that are found along the river, roads, pond, and woodlands -
a) Himalayan Balsam or Policeman’s Helmet (Impatiens glandulifera)
b) Knotweed (Fallopia japonica)
c) Litter 0r Fly Tipping (Litterati vulgaris) - the sub-species -
Dogmess (Caninus turdus-foetidissimus)
All these species need control to keep our environment clean and a pleasant amenity. The work of our volunteers, in trying to eradicate these problems, is always appreciated.
The other purpose, which is shared, is to find land to create an allotment/community garden in the area. One way is that people who have a garden - or piece of land -they cannot look after, either through age, time - or other infirmity, could offer it to the group, so that we could share and work it for this purpose, we would be grateful to hear from them.
‘There’s never a garden in all the parish, but there’s endless waste in it for want o’ somebody as could use everything up. It’s what I think to myself. Sometimes, as there need nobody run short o’ victuals if the land was made the most on, and there was never a morsel but what could find its way to a mouth. It sets one thinking o’ that- gardening does. ‘ Silas Marner George Eliot 1861
Perhaps one of the LPD designated areas might be suitable rather than given over to residential and commercial development?
smm.Dyffryn Clydach Environmental Group
The common problems are the alien invasive species that are found along the river, roads, pond, and woodlands -
a) Himalayan Balsam or Policeman’s Helmet (Impatiens glandulifera)
b) Knotweed (Fallopia japonica)
c) Litter 0r Fly Tipping (Litterati vulgaris) - the sub-species -
Dogmess (Caninus turdus-foetidissimus)
All these species need control to keep our environment clean and a pleasant amenity. The work of our volunteers, in trying to eradicate these problems, is always appreciated.
The other purpose, which is shared, is to find land to create an allotment/community garden in the area. One way is that people who have a garden - or piece of land -they cannot look after, either through age, time - or other infirmity, could offer it to the group, so that we could share and work it for this purpose, we would be grateful to hear from them.
‘There’s never a garden in all the parish, but there’s endless waste in it for want o’ somebody as could use everything up. It’s what I think to myself. Sometimes, as there need nobody run short o’ victuals if the land was made the most on, and there was never a morsel but what could find its way to a mouth. It sets one thinking o’ that- gardening does. ‘ Silas Marner George Eliot 1861
Perhaps one of the LPD designated areas might be suitable rather than given over to residential and commercial development?
smm.Dyffryn Clydach Environmental Group
Posted by s manning on 28 August 2009
LDP - Candidate sites
I have left a comment on the council's website, which, if I may say, is not so easy to access as this one.
In particular I refer to site N50, which is located below Rhiwlas near the river.
Because my comments relate to the environment, I thought that BEG would be interested in reading them - this is what I submiited:-
The site in question cannot be supported by existing road and sewage sevices. The site, as it is, must be considered essential to the environment. Wild life, including protected species like bats, inhabit the area. Bats help to control the insects that irritate humans - like gnats, midges and mosquitoes, With the threat of global warming mosquitoes could be a problem.
The area should be preserved and an effort should be made to match it, as far as possible, with the Gnoll Grounds the other side of the River Neath. It is important to have 'green' areas near existing dwellings.
Already there is an eye sore being developed at Waunceirch near the new Tesco Express store (see - www.neatheyesore.tk ) and residents feel they do not want another so close.
Areas of natural beauty close to existing developments must be preserved for the sake of the environment for now and the sake of future generations.
In particular I refer to site N50, which is located below Rhiwlas near the river.
Because my comments relate to the environment, I thought that BEG would be interested in reading them - this is what I submiited:-
The site in question cannot be supported by existing road and sewage sevices. The site, as it is, must be considered essential to the environment. Wild life, including protected species like bats, inhabit the area. Bats help to control the insects that irritate humans - like gnats, midges and mosquitoes, With the threat of global warming mosquitoes could be a problem.
The area should be preserved and an effort should be made to match it, as far as possible, with the Gnoll Grounds the other side of the River Neath. It is important to have 'green' areas near existing dwellings.
Already there is an eye sore being developed at Waunceirch near the new Tesco Express store (see - www.neatheyesore.tk ) and residents feel they do not want another so close.
Areas of natural beauty close to existing developments must be preserved for the sake of the environment for now and the sake of future generations.
Posted by Cled Griffin on 26 August 2009
LDP - Local Development Plan
The council's development plan for the next 15 years highlight several candidate sites in Bryncoch for housing developments.
It seems a pity that no sites are considered for allotments for growing your own food. It is a fact that there is a waiting list for allotments in this area, which is likely to grow as the price of food increases.
Perhaps this point could be mentioned in objections to the council in order that the candidate sites can be used to benefit residents - and the environment.
It seems a pity that no sites are considered for allotments for growing your own food. It is a fact that there is a waiting list for allotments in this area, which is likely to grow as the price of food increases.
Perhaps this point could be mentioned in objections to the council in order that the candidate sites can be used to benefit residents - and the environment.
Posted by Cled Griffin on 18 August 2009
The meeting was well attended and various matters were discussed.
Later in the evening we were joined by members of the now sadly disbanded Dyffryn Clydach Environmental Group whose secretary Mrs Smith presented a cheque to the area manager of the Woodland Trust.
We were then treated to a talk by the manager on the work of the Trust followed by a short question and answer session.
All in all an enjoyable evening.
Our next meeting will be on 10th April, venue to be announced.New members welcome.