November 2023 to March 2024
Following the completion of the engineering work in November we are working towards the returning Village Green and Town End Pond back to its previous state. The heavy rain and no doubt the winter weather will present challenges as we monitor the results of the installation of the catch pits and the associated drainage work.
Some surface work to the pond surround needs to take place before re-seeding the area, together with a review of the aqua-plant scheme.
The bug house seems to be a big hit!!
WORK BEGINS ON SITE
6th November 2023
WORKING TOWARDS A LONG TERM SOLUTION
It is pleasing to report that on the 18th October 2023 we were advised by North Yorkshire Council, Highways and Transportation that their Project Engineer has designed a scheme of works that involves installing a new catch pit between the pond and the A170 to catch the debris and silt that otherwise goes direct into the pond. It will also involve installing a new 150mm diameter pipe and new catch pit into a new concrete soakaway along
Carr Lane.
The engineer has met the contractor on site and a works order has been issued and NYC await a start date from the Contractor. We will be notified of that date once it is known.
Chairman's Comment:
When the pond is looking so good, this might seem the wrong way round, knowing that major work will be required. However, I am of the opinion that our resolute determination to upgrade the Village Green and Town End Pond has illustrated to and persuaded the authorities to support us with what will be a significant financial investment in a project that will in turn support our own long term goals to create a sustainable wild life and relaxation area for our residents in the years ahead.
Thank you all for your support.
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Residents will also have noticed that the Salt/Grit resource on the corner of Main Street and Carr Lane has been replaced and relocated.
Sunday 20th August 2023
''C'mon lets crawl to the Ugly Bug Ball'' What a magnificent response. Thank you to everyone who came and took part.
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Photographs of progress up to 10th August 2023 in preparation for an Opening Ceremony on the 13th August 2023 |
The photographs above show progress to 16th June 2023. Below archive of previous pond projects.
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