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Wednesday, December 03, 2008, 13:05
Planting for Peasedown was organised by Cllr Nathan Hartley (Lib Dem, Peasedown) after calls from residents that more needed to be done to enhance community spirit.
On Saturday, more than 40 residents turned out to do their bit for the environment as members of the Cubs, Peasedown Churches Together, Peasedown Area Transition (Pat) and councillors planted a variety of lime, birch, hawthorn and cherry trees on the edge of the village.
Cllr Hartley, who planned the event to coincide with National Tree Week, said: "All over the country tree planting initiatives are being used as great examples of bridging community divides.
"Tree planting is something for all ages, people of all backgrounds. It gives people a sense of pride in their community, and it's good for the environment and wildlife.
"I am really pleased that Peasedown's first community tree planting event has been a success.
"I would particularly like to thank Mark Cassidy from B&NES Council, Shane Bowkett from Abbeyfield Landscapes and the new campaign group More Trees for Bath and North East Somerset for the support they have given me with this project."
Many young people from the village took part in the tree planting and it is hoped that by the time the trees are fully grown, in 20 to 30 years' time, they will be able to see the lasting legacy of the event.
Planting for Peasedown was funded entirely by donations from residents.
Next year, Cllr Hartley will be working with the Peasedown Area Transition group to plant a mini orchard in the village.
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