Author: thewordbird

I'm a PR consultant, copywriter, social media manager and blog editor. I grew up in South East England, but have lived in France, Italy, Australia and in the beautiful Lecrin Valley near Granada in Spain. Now I work from home in the pretty village of #Limpsfield, Surrey, surrounded by the rolling hills of the North Downs and the hum of the delightfully picturesque M25!

Why duck weed in Yalden Spring isn’t a bad thing… but dogs are

On By thewordbirdIn Conservation, Flora and Fauna1 Comment

One or two people have commented about the increase in duck weed in Yalden Spring over the last few months and asked if this is to do with the prevention of dogs going for a swim. We thought we’d publish some information on why the duck weed isn’t a bad thing, and why we have built the dead hedging to prevent dogs going into the pond…

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Members Autumn Update – 2024

On By thewordbirdIn Conservation, Members' Updates, National Trust

Dear Members, 

Thank you very much to those of you who were able to join the Annual Public Meeting this year. We appreciated your company and your questions and we hope you enjoyed the occasion. 

For those of you who were unable to join us we hope the information below gives you an update of the year, and a flavour of the activities that take place across the Common.

If you have any questions please do contact us at friendsoflimpsfieldcommon@gmail.com

Thank you for your support and interest,

The Friends of Limpsfield Common 

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The importance of frogs, toads and newts and why preserving Yalden Spring is a priority…

On By thewordbirdIn Conservation, Flora and Fauna1 Comment

How amazing is Yalden Spring looking at the moment? The conservation of this beautiful place in the Chart woods, and bringing it back to SSSI standards is one of our main priorities for ecological reasons. It’s an absolute haven for so many species of wildlife, but particularly important for reptiles and amphibians.

Frogs and newts are incredibly important to wildlife and ecosystems for a variety of reasons, contributing to biodiversity, food chains, and environmental health. Helping the frogs, toads, newts and other amphibians of Limpsfield Common is why preserving Yalden Spring is one of our key project priorities.

Here’s why frogs, toads and newts are crucial to Limpsfield Common and the environment in general…

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It’s mushroom season! Here are 10 reasons why fungi are so important to Limpsfield Common

On By thewordbirdIn Flora and Fauna, News & Events

It’s mushroom season and they’re cropping up all over the common and Limpsfield Chart. Fungi play a vital role in the environment, contributing to ecosystem balance, nutrient cycling, and the health of plants and animals. Here are 10 reasons why fungi are essential to Limpsfield Common and the environment in general…

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Limpsfield Ranger’s Report – Summer 2024

On By thewordbirdIn Conservation, National Trust1 Comment

It’s been a very busy summer on Limpsfield Common. The emergence of heather on the Chart and Moorhouse Bank has signalled positive habitat restoration. Volunteer efforts have aided bracken management and waymarking improvements. However, challenges such as fly-tipping and anti-social behaviour at local car parks remain an issue. The National Trust continues to engage the community through Ranger walks and media outreach.

Here’s a full report from our Ranger, Conor McNeil.

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