Water Hall Lane, Penistone – Balsam Bash
Join the Don Catchment Rivers Trust as we help to remove the invasive plant species Himalayan Balsam from the River Don off Water Hall Lane
When: Tuesday 4th August, 10am – 1pm
Where: We will be working along the River Don upstream of Water Hall Lane which is the western boundary of Watermeadows Park. Water Hall Lane itself is a private road. The DCRT van will be parked outside of Water Hall House on Water Hall Lane with landowner permission. Please meet us there on foot and park elsewhere. There is lots of free on street parking nearby.
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What to expect: We will be working along banks of the River Don, pulling up Himalayan Balsam and leaving it in piles once we have snaped or crushed it below the bottom node. There are no public footpaths as we will be on private land. Therefore, paths are unpaved and mostly on grassland and rocky river banks. We will have a break for refreshments and biscuits, provided by DCRT.
What to bring: We provide all of the equipment on the day however please wear suitable clothing for outdoor work including sturdy shoes or boots and long trousers. Even if it is warm weather, it is advisable to cover up to protect against spiky plants and stings. We will likely be wearing waders which we can lend out.
Joining us? All are welcome however not all of our sites are completely accessible to all, please check the access advice below. Please let us know if you are coming as a new volunteer so we can plan accordingly by emailing [email protected] or contacting project volunteer officer Charlotte Landry-Jennings 07561588275.
