Being on the edge of beautiful countryside is ideal for the development of our conservation project.
The core reason for any project is to enable damaged and vulnerable people to develop socially, build self-esteem and establish a genuine feeling of self-worth. The conservation project, "Care in Creation", is no exception, with an amazing opportunity to explain God's love and the wonder of creation.
With 125 acres (approx) of land, but encompassing the entire area of the farm, the conservation project has been developed by staff, volunteers and those in our care into a wonderful place of beauty.
Much hard work has gone into creating the 4 wildlife ponds and scrapes, which are all maintained. The many hedgerows around the farm, the planting of hundreds of trees, wildlife areas, pathways laid to enable easier access, and the installation of two hides, plus year-round maintenance of wild bird feeding stations; all are facets of this project.
Many people involved in Care in Creation have developed a new appreciation of the value of life, and a sense of responsibility for the environment around them. But more amazing than that, they have come to understand something of God's gift of creation to us.
Many species of wildlife have made the area their place of residence. including several flocks of tree sparrows. There is a wide range of birdlife, and challenges are set up to see who will find the first frog spawn or hear the first curlew of Spring.
The project has been tremendous for welcoming many groups, including terminally ill children, church outings, special needs groups, elderly persons groups and wildlife enthusiast. Customers to our Granary Café in the daytime are also able to benefit from this area, as they can take a stroll through it after a coffee and a nibble to eat.
Click here to watch a short film from the Conservation project
