A late afternoon walk in the watery winter sun on Longrun has got me thinking that spring is not so far away. Read More
NEW DATES: August 14th – 17th, 2018
Volunteer opportunity – Help improve your river for fish! Read More
I set out with friends to look for flowers on 1st January – I know you think we are a bit mad! Read More
The year is nearly over and I’ve been looking back at the wildlife I saw on Longrun Meadow over the past twelve months. Here are some of my wildlife highlights of 2017. Read More
I wrapped up warm and wandered onto the meadow. I took a path less walked along a hedgerow and was surprised by the birds which were feeding on the hips, haws and sloes. Read More
Thanks to the 26 Parkrunners who came out on a chilly but sunny afternoon to spread bark on the muddy path around flood field last week.
Each Thursday, from November to February, the conservation volunteers put on their sturdy boots and old clothes for some traditional hedgelaying. Read More
About 30 volunteers of all ages turned up on Sunday 12th March to help sow Wild Flower seed on Willow field. Thanks to volunteers Helen Lawy and Cath Shellswell for organising the morning. Read More
Thanks to the 20 parkrun volunteers who spent just over an hour spreading bark on the muddy straight on the southern side of the far attenuation pit. The path had got very muddy and was starting to slow the runners down!
The Centre for Outdoor Activity and Community Hub – COACH situated adjacent to Longrun Meadow in French Weir Park has opened its doors to the public. Come along and have a coffee at “The Weir” or book the 15m x 7.5m “Parkroom” Visit www.coach-taunton.org.uk for more details
