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The local community has played a vital part in achieving the
successful regeneration of the forest. Following public meetings in
1999, a formally constituted community group, "The Friends of
Blackley Forest" was established. Manchester City Council is
responsible for the overall management of the forest and supports
the Friends Group with advice and funding. The Friends Group has provided very effective practical support for the work of Manchester City Council by, for example, producing a local newsletter, applying for grants and organising activities such as litter cleanups, control of invasive species (Japanese Knotweed, bracken), painting railings, making bird boxes and planting trees and bulbs. This form of joint working with local groups actively involved in improving their own areas has proved to be a vital element in city wide initiatives to improve the environment in Manchester.
We are always looking for volunteers. If you are interested in joining the Group as a volunteer, please phone Dot on 0161 795 0900 for details.
For details on projects that the Group are currently
carrying out in the forest click here
To view the Friends Group's mission statement and vision for the forest click here
We are always looking for volunteers. If you are interested in joining the Group as a volunteer, please phone Dot on 0161 795 0900 for details.
For details on projects that the Group are currently
carrying out in the forest click here
To view the Friends Group's mission statement and vision for the forest click here
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