Nature reserve project seeks feedback on future

The Asker Nature Reserve Project aimed to "transform an unused area of land"

A town authority has called on residents to provide feedback on its efforts to improve a "much loved and much used green space".

The Asker Nature Reserve Project in Bridport, Dorset, aims to "transform an unused area of land" owned by Bridport Town Council into a "shared community space" using sustainable practices, and to enhance its ecology.

The council is currently running a consultation on its future.

It also released new images that show how much the trees at the site have grown in the past 12 years.

The council released a picture of the tree planting in Morrisons Field in 2012...

... and another of a similar spot in October 2024

A task and finish group made up of site users, local and regional specialists, and town councillors is overseeing a review of the five-year management plan for the land.

As well as improving the grazing meadows and undertaking tree planting and hedge management, its objectives include running educational and community events at the site.

Consultation postcards were distributed to people using the nature reserve in August and September, and consultation walks with wildlife experts took place.

But the council is still seeking feedback, and wants residents, dog walkers and other people who frequent the space to comment on the management of the area and any changes they would like to see.

They can contact [e-mail] directly with their thoughts.