Benefits of No Mow May already visible in Kenilworth says council

By James Smith

16th May 2024 | Local News

No Mow May has returned for 2024 (image by James Smith)
No Mow May has returned for 2024 (image by James Smith)

The "benefits of No Mow May are already visible" according to Warwick District Council.

The council is once again taking part in the biodiversity scheme by leaving public areas largely unmown during the month.

Last year the scheme was met with widespread criticism from locals after it took the council the best part of two months to get the green areas back under control.

But for 2024 WDC says it has made changes to the scheme and says the benefits of the project - part of a nationwide initiative - can already be seen.

Birmingham Road, Warwick (image via WDC)

"Cow parsley, buttercups, dandelions, red campion… roadsides and local parks are blooming to life, providing a much-needed source of food for pollinators, and vital habitats for creatures great and small," the council said.

"Residents are encouraged to share what they see when they're out and about by sending a message to the council on social media or emailing submissions to [email protected]."

The council's support for No Mow May has also received the backing of Iolo Williams, Welsh ornithologist and nature broadcaster, who tweeted: "Bravo, Warwick DC. Now let's see ALL councils follow your lead."

Changes to the scheme this year include excluding children's play areas, sports pitches, major parks, and council housing estates.

A one metre strip has been mown around junctions (image via WDC)

A roughly one-metre strip is being mowed at junctions on highway verges to ensure visibility.

Cllr Will Roberts, portfolio holder for neighbourhood and green spaces, added: "It's fantastic to see just how well nature is blooming to life, proving that No Mow May does indeed have a small but powerful impact for our local biodiversity.

"I hope that everyone finds the time to look when they're out and about, to see what species they can see, and just enjoy the changes!

"And I'm encouraged by the positive comments we're receiving about the improvements we've made to the scheme this year."

Birmingham Road, Warwick (image via WDC)

     

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