Presentation from the London Wildlife Trust.
Minutes:
Daniel Greenwood from the Wildlife Trust and site manager for Sydenham Hill Woods talked about the woods which have been managed by volunteers for about 30 years.
During Daniel’s presentation he outlined:
· The woods had public access and were attended by thousands of visitors each year particularly on Sundays, and opened 24 hours a day.
· The volunteers managed the site for wildlife, enriched in wild flowers and plants.
· The Wildlife Trust had a good working relationship with other woodlands and open spaces in the borough funded by the council.
· The same volunteers at Sydenham Hill Woods helped out at least two days a week at Dog Kennel Woods and Greendale.
In response to questions, the presenter confirmed that Sydenham Hill Woods did not have a conservation development plan or woodland maintenance contract. The presenter explained the trust were in discussion with the Dulwich Estate about a development management plan for the woods.
The chair thanked Daniel for his presentation.