On an improving morning weather-wise 19 of us volunteered for the wide variety of jobs available. These included a bonfire burning all the brash, whilst others moved brash from near the Loddon Lilies beyond the wooded area to the fire. An area was cleared of invasive weeds to encourage the spread of the Lilies. Some of us accepted the challenge of clearing stinging nettles and docks from the woodland area and carting them to be burnt. Eric reckoned that docks with complete roots would be worth £1 each but Gill, Elizabeth P. and I are still awaiting our rather large payment as the soil was so damp that most of them came out with intact roots. Any dock root which breaks off will regrow so it was good to be able to clear so many whilst they were still such juvenile plants. We were sustained by a delicious bread pudding from Diane and Rock Buns made by Charlotte.
Susan 25/4/2014
