Firstly back in March I attended Singleton School to give a talk about wildlife and then went up to the wood with several pupils to install 10 new bird boxes. 4 of these boxes have been successful in attracting blue tits and this years first fledglings which is a really good result!
The trees which were planted by local Children as part of the Queens Diamond Jubilee and donated by The Woodland Trust are all doing great and growing well.
In addition Fylde Mayor Heather Speak generously donated a lovely beech tree also as part of the Diamond Jubilee. This has been complemented by the installation of a plaque in recognition of this event.
During her visit to the wood Heather also presented Tommy Kay (Jnr) a certificate as recognition for all his help on a weekly basis and shared passion for Puzzle Wood (although Tommy Kay Snr has also made valued contributions)!!
Cllr Maxine Chew has always been generous in donating various items during the restoration. Last week Maxine donated various woodland furniture including a wooden bench. This has been strategically placed at the end of the path looking across Singleton's Parkland. During the summer months and when the sun is setting it shines straight through the gap at the edge of the wood and onto the small area where I have secured the bench. It is almost like Thomas H Miller designed the wood with this in mind!
Up and coming jobs include treating the wooden lychgate and removal of young saplings. Following this one of the final tasks is to arrange a grand opening which is hugely anticipated by the residents of Singleton. So please watch this space!!!!
