Pupils dig in to plant trees

PUPILS from Warrington’s Old Hall Primary school rolled up their sleeves, grabbed spades and pitched in to plant trees at the town’s Bewsey Old Hall park.
National land management charity the Land Trust, which owns the site and whose head office is in Birchwood, set up the tree planting exercise as part of a series of ongoing fun-packed park activities.
After the pupils were given an informative talk about trees, alder, oak and poplar varieties were planted, supporting the pupils’ current studies of habitats.
As well as helping enhance the site for the public, the initiative was also organised to demonstrate the far reaching benefits of tree planting which extend far beyond simply improving a view.
Studies have found that trees can reduce pollution, improve health, increase social wellbeing, reduce heating cost and improve a child’s development.
Mary Doyle, landscape and community officer for the Land Trust, said: “It was great to get the schoolchildren out onto one of our sites, helping support the curriculum in the process.
“They were a real credit to themselves with the passion and enthusiasm they showed to get stuck in and take part in the planting. We look forward to watching the trees blossom.”
Teacher Clare James added: “They absolutely loved being outdoors
and learning about the benefits of trees on the environment. On behalf of the school, we were proud to be able to contribute to this lovely park.”
To find out more about the Land Trust and forthcoming activities taking place across its sites, visit www.thelandtrust.org.uk
Anybody wishing to get involved with on-site activities can get in touch with Mary on 01925 852005.