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I’m delighted to report that Friends of Didsbury Park have been featured on the front page of the Manchester Post!
Here’s the story that they’ve featured:
SOWING THE SEEDS OF THE FUTURE
by Friends of Didsbury Park
The Friends of Didsbury Park has officially opened the park’s wildflower meadow, marking a significant milestone in local environmental conservation.
The ceremony, which took place at the end of June, was attended by Councillor Shaukat Ali, the Lord Mayor of the City of Manchester and the Lady Mayoress, alongside Councillor Basat Sheikh, MCC Executive Member for Neighbourhoods, Friends of Didsbury Park volunteers, local councillors and community members.
The rewilding project, led by the Friends of Didsbury Park (FoDP) in conjunction with Manchester City Council, has transformed a disused bowling green into a thriving habitat for urban nature. By introducing a mix of UK wildflowers, the meadow provides pollen and shelter, actively attracting pollinators including solitary bees, hoverflies, and butterflies which face ongoing threats from urbanisation and green space destruction.
The project emphasises the power of grass roots community action, reaching fruition just three years after the Friends received the King’s Award for Voluntary Service.
The newly-accessible area features a gently-winding footpath through the meadow, allowing visitors to appreciate the diversity of wildflowers and pollinators without disturbing the delicate flora and fauna.
Speaking at the launch event, the Chair of the Friends of Didsbury Park, Brian Johnson, said: “We are absolutely thrilled to officially open this beautiful new space which has been six years in the making. Our volunteers have worked incredibly hard to create a spectacular habitat that will support insects, birds and wildlife, ensuring Didsbury Park plays an important role in restoring Manchester’s urban biodiversity for generations to come.”
To help support the Friends of Didsbury Park please visit: www.friendsofdidsburypark.com where you can become a member for just £10 a year, make a one-off donation or become a volunteer.
I’m sure you’ll agree that it’s a fantastic result that we’ve been recognised by the publication. You can read the full edition here.
Brian