newsletter – Friends of Limpsfield Common

Hello everyone, Welcome to our summer newsletter!

As we head into the school holidays, Limpsfield Common is looking beautiful, with the heather beginning to bloom, butterflies emerging and woodland paths providing welcome shade for walkers. However, the prolonged spell of hot, dry weather is taking its toll on our wildlife and habitats, making this one of the most challenging times of year for the Common.

In this edition you’ll find some simple ways you can help protect wildlife during the heat, important advice on reducing the risk of countryside fires, exciting news about funding for several major improvement projects, and a fond farewell to our Ranger, India Davies, who is moving on to a new National Trust role. You’ll also find ideas for making the most of the Common over the summer holidays, including taking part in this year’s Big Butterfly Count…

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