Over the next few weeks a Forestry Commission approved contractor will be spraying Oak trees with previously reported Oak Processionary Moth (OPM) infestations.
Details about the caterpillars for this moth can be found in the link below. The Forestry Commission also has guidance on their website. If you think a tree has OPM please contact the Forestry Commission
Over the next few months, visitors to the Common may notice a drone being flown in the vicinity of One Island Pond and the Bidder Memorial. The drone pilot has been commissioned by the Conservators to undertake a filmmaking project on the Common.
Before the end of December the following tree works will be carried out:
For safety reasons, a row of four Poplar trees growing adjacent to the Croydon Road shared footpath will be felled in the near future.
A contractor is currently undertaking acid grass clearance on 7 islands, Bidders and Golf course sub-sites. This is to maintain and enhance the important acid grass coverage.