Get on board for the board

Residents of Shenley are invited to come along to meet the Mayor andcelebrate the installation of an interpretation panel at the WoodhallSpinney this Friday, 17th August.

Mayor of Hertsmere Cllr Martin Saunders will be joined by parish and district councillors at the site in Woodhall Lane, Shenley. Woodhall Spinney is a linear woodland of about two hectares and has been shaped by human activities for many thousands of years.  The new interpretation board highlights the wildlife importance of the ancient woodland Wildlife Site, focusing on the species that are present such as Greater Spotted Woodpecker, Speckled Wood Butterfly and Bluebells.  It also described the woodland's historical development and mentions the Pill Boxes, built in 1940 as part of the antitank defence in North London.

The board has been developed by Hertsmere Borough Council in partnership with Shenley Parish Council, members of the local community and the Countryside Management Service.  The board was funded by Hertsmere Borough Council and Watling Chase Community Forest.

The celebration takes place on Friday, 17 August, at 1.30pm, and will be followed by a short walk around the site.  Refreshments will be served afterwards in the Shenley tea rooms at Shenley Park, a 15 minute walk away.

There is no parking at Woodhall Spinney  and people are asked to park at the Shenley Tearooms at 1.10pm and will be escorted on a 15 minute walk to the wood.  All are welcome and participants should wear sturdy shoes or boots. 

To find out more about conservation volunteering opportunities at Woodhall Spinney, or for further information, please contact the Countryside Management Service on 01727 848168, or Hertsmere Borough Council on 020 8207 2277.