Description

Much of the informal green space that lies between Buxton Road and Redfern Avenue consists of a steep wooded clough once linked to the River Dane and continuing southwards next to St John’s Church.  The northern part slopes more gently and is grassed but is shaded by the mature trees to its south.  An unsurfaced path follows the western boundary of the green space.  There is also scope for footpath improvement.  

Trees for Congleton volunteers planted a new hedge along the northern boundary in 2021, and this was partly replanted in 2022 after damage due to drainage problems.  A few fruit trees were also planted. The planting was funded by the Tree Council.

Planting benefits

• Separation of green space from road and car parking area to improve safety
• Carbon storage to help mitigate effects of climate change
• Addition to green network, providing habitat, flowers and berries for wildlife
• Fruit trees for food and amenity

Would you like to be a friend of Redfern Avenue 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!  As this is one of the Town Council’s 30 Biodiversity Sites any information on wildlife or suggestions for enhancement would be welcomed.

Please fill in the form with your contact details and a member of the team will be in touch.