Trees for Congleton – Completed Sites
Pirie Road, Buglawton
Description
Small triangular green space surrounded by back gardens, many with hedges. There are a few existing mature trees at the southern end.
In 2023, a section of mixed native hedging and a mini-orchard were added by Trees for Congleton volunteers and local residents, funded by the Tree Council.
Planting benefits
- Carbon storage, shade and shelter to mitigate effects of climate change
- Addition to green network, providing habitat, flowers and berries for wildlife
- Mini-orchard with fruit, wild flowers and grasses for food, amenity & wildlife.
Management
Once new planting is established, generally after one year, it is handed over to Congleton Town Council’s Streetscape team which already looks after green spaces in the town. Cheshire East Council (Ansa) may also be involved, working alongside our Town Council team. Fruit trees are pruned by volunteers. It is appreciated that many residents help by picking litter when visiting the green space.
It is intended that the hedge is maintained at around fence height (1.2 m), trimmed annually on the side next to the green space, but lightly to allow the hedge to thicken and flowers and berries to be produced.
Would you like to be a friend of Pirie Road green space?
We would love local residents to become ‘friends’ of the trees and plants planted in the area. A ‘friend’ would keep an eye on the site and report any damage or problems, or indeed how the plants are flourishing! Any information on wildlife or suggestions for enhancement would be welcomed.
Please fill in the form below with your contact details and a member of the team will be in touch
Get Involved………
If you have been inspired by what you have read, want to volunteer or join the Congleton Partnership…….we are waiting to hear from you!