Woodlands and spinneys
We maintain many of Letchworth's woodland and spinneys by implementing tree management plans and undertaking woodland surveys.
Using these plans, programmes of work are then drawn up and executed to ensure that trees are healthy and that they don't pose a risk to persons or property.
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Orchards
There are four orchards in and around Letchworth Garden City:
- Manor Wood
- Hillbrow
- Croft Lane - a community orchard, with apples used in local cider pressing each year
- Ancient orchard at Norton
As well as general pruning and upkeep, each orchard has a bespoke meadow management programme. Each programme is based on the specific needs of the plants and wildlife that are native to that specific meadow.
In the Spring Term 2024, Letchworth Garden City Heritage Foundation partnered with St Thomas More Catholic Primary School and two local creatives to reintroduce Arbor Day. Two classes led a procession to Hillbrow Community Orchard to plant twelve fruit trees and perform their song, ‘Trees Are Life’. We’re thrilled to reintroduce this tradition to Letchworth and hope it continues for many years to come.
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