Woodland Management for the future health of Limpsfield Common and The High Chart

People often ask why we are clearing areas of woodland, felling trees and fencing off pathways. We are also often asked about the tree harvesting work on the High Chart, which is not on NT land (ie. Titsey Estate).

In this post, we explain the clearing of woodlands and tree harvesting at Limpsfield Chart, both on National Trust land and the private Titsey Estate-owned land, and highlight the importance of active woodland management for biodiversity, pest control, and climate change mitigation, with a focus on the importance of sustainable practices, public engagement, and heritage preservation for future generations…

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Let’s get twitching! January is all about birds

January is a great month for twitching (bird watching) on Limpsfield Common, because there’s lots of activity and it’s much easier to spot them when there are fewer leaves on the trees.

It’s also the official month of RSPB Big Garden Bird Watch, which takes place over the last weekend of January. Make sure you sign up and pick a day over that weekend when you get spotting to see what birds you have in your garden. Just sign up on the RSPB website or app. It’s really easy to do.

Why not get out on the Common this month and see what species you can find? Read on for info about bird species on Limpsfield Common, as well as spotter sheets…

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Sad news about Jeremy Saunders

Dear Friends, 

Many of you will have met Jeremy Saunders, our previous Ranger for Limpsfield Common. We are sad to let you know that Jeremy was recently diagnosed with acute Leukaemia and tragically passed away in hospital two weeks ago. Everyone on the local National Trust team is shocked and saddened by the sudden loss of a wonderful colleague. 

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Second Edition of “Limpsfield Chart in History” is now available – just in time for Christmas!

There is a new, updated version of the fabulous Limpsfield Chart in History book, which was originally produced a year ago from an exhibition and talk at St Andrew’s Village Hall in 1976 by Beryl Withers. The book has been put together with additional information and maps by Christopher Pendred and Nick Withers.

This lovely book, all about the history of the Chart with loads of really interesting accounts and photos, is now on sale at £28. Proceeds of the first edition donated £1,100 to the Friends of Limpsfield Common.

Find out more: https://limpsfieldsurrey.com/2024/11/17/second-edition-of-limpsfield-chart-in-history-is-now-available-just-in-time-for-christmas/

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

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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