Trees for Congleton – Completed Sites
Salford Place
Description
Salford Place, a small, quiet square adjoining Eardley Crescent, was laid out in the mid C20th on former pasture. Two mature trees are present which date from mid-late C20th.
Beech and holly hedging, and a small number of additional trees including decorative crab apples and fruit trees were planted by Trees for Congleton volunteers in 2022, mostly funded by the Tree Council. Two oak trees are memorial trees which were privately funded. Due to the difficult ground conditions encountered when planting, planting positions may not be exactly as shown on the plan below.
Planting benefits
- Carbon storage, shade and shelter to mitigate effects of climate change
- Addition to green network, providing habitat, flowers and berries for wildlife
- Partial screening of parked cars.
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 1.2 m high, with sides trimmed only lightly, or in alternate years, to allow the hedge to thicken and flowers and berries to be produced.
Would you like to be a friend of Salford Place 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!