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| Chapter
Meadows was purchased on behalf of the people and the city of Worcester
by the Duckworth Worcestershire Trust in October 1998. We intend to protect
this superb natural site, in the heart of the city, from development.
It is managed to safeguard its landscape, wildlife and historical importance.
Seasonal flooding of the meadow, by the River Severn, has resulted in
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Throughout history the meadow has been cut for hay, providing Romans,
Norman Monks and subsequently Worcester Cathedral with food. Once cut,
the land would be grazed by cattle for the rest of the summer and autumn.
This traditional management, which continues today, has allowed bird,
flower, insect and mammal inhabitants to thrive. The meadows form part
of the wildlife corridor that passes through the centre of Worcester
city.
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| WILDLIFE
AND MANAGEMENT |
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to watch out for include the
Club-tailed Dragonfly, Kestrel, Little Owl,
Tawny Owl, Kingfisher and a variety of Bats.
The site is managed by Worcester City Council’s
Conservation Officer, who is undertaking an ambitious programme of restoration
projects with the help of Countryside Stewardship funding. Work includes
ditch clearance, replanting of native hedgerows along original boundaries
and installation of stock proof fencing, bridges and kissing gates.
Each year, between July and October, cattle graze on the meadows, helping
to restore the original flower-rich waterside pasture.
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| PUBLIC
ACCESS MAP |
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there is no public right of way across the meadows, you are welcome
to explore and enjoy the area. There are access points on Slingpool
Walk off Bromwich Road, or at either end of the Bromwich Parade on the
Eastern bank of the Severn. We have installed new information boards
at each entrance, giving details of forthcoming events on the meadows,
wildlife to watch out for and a map showing paths and features.
Please enjoy the traditional landscape and look after it for everyone’s
pleasure by following the Countryside Code. Take special care to keep
dogs under strict control and on leads near the cattle. The Trust reserves
the right to refuse access to the site. |
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Each Year The Duckworth Trust and the City Council hold a series of
events and children’s workshops on Chapter Meadows.
Visit
our 'events' listings for further details
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