"Protecting a Dorset Treasure"
Recently a small group of members got together to face the task of clearing extensive growth around the weir at Nottington. After a full day the results were most satisfying and the weir is again in its full glory. A great ‘Well done’ to those who took part.
Before
Some of the team
After
MEMBERS MEETING – THURSDAY 31 OCTOBER
Several of our members have expressed a wish to be updated on the Planning process and in particular how recent changes may have impacted on how we should approach making our comments to the Local Authorities. Certainly, with the Administrative reshuffle in Dorset plus the ever increasing pressure to build more houses we will all benefit from a professional briefing.
Our Guest Speaker, Simon Williams , formerly a local Planning Officer now works independently and among other projects has advised the Upwey Society on the proposed development in Chesterfield Place Upwey.
His talk will be interesting and informative and will explain some recent case histories.
For those who wish to attend, please arrive at the St Ann’s Schoolroom by 1915 as the presentation will start at 1930 sharp. It will last about an hour, then there will be a short break for tea or coffee, followed by a Question and Answer session.
At the kind invitation of the owner, a group from the Society recently visited the Hydro Electric Scheme at Meadows Mill. We all learnt a great deal about the complete project, the balance of water flows in the River Wey water courses and the installation of the fish pass which allows fish to move upstream past the sluices.
Of great interest too was how the more controlled flows and levels were benefiting the environment and wild life in general. as the species were able to nest on the banks without the previous problems of sudden changes in water levels which were likely to wash out the lower nesting locations.
Ladies taking a close look at the hydro installation
Bob Turner Chairman
