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Purple Emperor (Apatura Iris) Report for Hertfordshire and Middlesex 2012
Purple Emperor (Apatura iris) report for Hertfordshire and Middlesex 2012 Background Unlike 2011 there was no funding available for survey work in 2012. The spring of 2012, started very dry with dire warnings of impending drought and hose pipe bans were put in place. At times in March it was very mild, however this changed with a vengeance at the beginning of April with a period of very wet weather which continued off and on throughout the summer. 2012 ended up being one of the wettest years on record. This left woodland complexes saturated with rain, very wet, cold and extremely muddy. Horseflies and mosquitoes were in their element! Prospects for a good Purple Emperor season were bleak but in truth in our opinion it was no different to a ‘normal season’ except for one factor, it started late and ground on for what seemed like forever. Flight period Nationally, the first sighting of Purple Emperor occurred on the 29 th June 2012 in Surrey. Surrey as the first sighting location has become normal in recent years although even this was late! Andrew Middleton (AM) and Liz Goodyear (LG) had been watching the Northaw Great Wood assembly area since the 26 th June but it wasn’t until the 4th July 2012, that a single male appeared in the territory area just after 2.30pm. Whereas the last confirmed sighting in 2011 was on the 15 th July, the species not did not peak until the week beginning the 22 nd July (see chart below) when a week of good sunshine occurred. -
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Archive Page Sightings and news from July to December 2005 Archive Index Photo House Index This page contains sightings details of all the butterflies and moths reported to the Sightings page between July and December 2005. Note: These pages have been copied from the original sightings page and some links will no longer work. All images of butterflies or moths have been removed, but most can be found in the Photo House December 2005 Tuesday 20th December Are these the last butterflies of 2006? Have a great Christmas and best wishes to everyone for 2006 Had a peacock in flight near Baldock on 11th December, and one near Newbury, Berks on 19th December - Andrew Middleton Monday 19th December Two late red admirals on footpath from Gosmore to Charlton (south of Hitchin) on Sunday 11th December 2005 - Stuart Pittman November 2005 Saturday 19th November Hatch End, I spotted a small tortoishell in the garden this morning in bright sunshine and about 44 F. It was spotted on a flowering Hebe bush at around noon in the garden. This is the latest I can remember seeing any kind of butterfly - John Kreeger Hemel Hempstead, Red Admiral reported on local allotment this morning although I didn't see it, but when I got home at midday there was one nectaring on Colletia Armata in full sun but with the pond iced-over! - Malcolm Newland Ware garden, 1 Red Admiral flying around and then basking on the bricks of my neighbour's house at 2pm. My latest garden record for Red Admiral - Liz Goodyear Friday 18th November On Monday 14th November a Red Admiral was in my garden in Ruislip - Steve Pash Monday 14th November Epping Forest this morning, one Red Admiral in a sheltered area of woodland - Andrew Middleton 12 November, Government Row, Enfield Lock: red admiral south at 13.38 and one north at 14.05 - Martin Shepherd Sunday 13th November An off topic congratulations to Robert Callf. -
Hertfordshire Gardens Trust
HERTFORDSHIRE GARDENS TRUST SPRING NEWSLETTER 2015 AND ANNUAL REPORT From the President: “Our new Chairman has not let the grass grow under her feet and under her leadership this has been another productive year for the Hertfordshire Gardens Trust. There is plenty of activity in all departments which is impressive. The Hertfordshire Gardens Trust provides interesting opportunities for its members and I do encourage you to bring your friends along to see what is going on as there is something of interest for everyone. It would be an advantage to widen the circle of membership.” 2 Chairman’s Report—Bella Stuart-Smith Like caged beasts unleashed, gardeners emerge in spring with such huge energy and enthusiasm that they can tackle anything. The committee see this coming and so put together a wonderful year full of events, outings, study opportunities and visits which really should inspire and enthuse. Whatever your particular interest I hope you find something to enjoy; and please bring your friends. I particularly recommend Tony Kirkham’s tree lecture, an extraordinarily knowledgeable and engaging expert. Our Research and Conservation team don’t ever seem to hibernate. The reports you will read show just how much is going on behind the scenes. What they highlight is the expertise and knowledge that has been built up by our individual members. With support and training, like the day we held in February, we hope to make this research really count so that planners and local districts, at the click of a mouse, can readily access information about what our members and researchers consider to be the most important elements of our historic landscapes. -
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Archive Page Sightings and news from July to December 2006 Archive Index Photo House Index This page contains sightings details of all the butterflies and moths reported to the Sightings page between July and December 2006. Note: These pages have been copied from the original sightings page and some links will no longer work. All images of butterflies or moths have been removed, but most can be found in the Photo House December 2006 Thursday 28th December When you think it is all over for sightings of butterflies this year, it isn't! On the way to Kew Gardens for the ice skating today the 28th December on the Chiswick roundabout, I spotted a Red Admiral flying past. Then while waiting for the children to get their boots on at the ice rink another Red Admiral flew past, probably disturbed from it's hibernation from the massive influx of people, or the fact it was a very warm day for this time of year? If this is the result of global warming, well it's not all bad!! Helen George My father told me that he saw a butterfly in Bronte Paths, Stevenage this morning. I assume it was a Red Admiral (just hope it wasnt a wind blown leaf!. It was very warm today, with lots of insects and one or two bees in my garden but despite all my attention no butterflies appeared - Phil Bishop Tuesday 26th December I enjoyed today even more with a totally unexpected Red Admiral flying along the eaves of my house and then the neighbours, at about 10.45 this am - weather was grey, dull and 5C. -
Hertfordshire a World of Style & Luxury Awaits
HERTFORDSHIRE A WORLD OF STYLE & LUXURY AWAITS Welcome to Brookmans Manor, the latest boutique development from Telford Homes featuring just nine luxury apartments. This prestigious address offers the connectivity of city living due to its proximity to London by road or rail, combined with all the benefits of life in charming rural Hertfordshire. A COUNTRY RETREAT CLOSE TO THE CITY HERTFORDSHIRE, AL9 Aerial photograph of Brookmans Park and the surrounding area. 4 5 21ST CENTURY LIVING IN EXCLUSIVE SURROUNDINGS Photograph of Brookmans Manor from the main entrance on George’s Wood Road. 6 7 COUNTRY CHIC URBAN STYLE From this prestigious Hertfordshire address you are just a short drive from all the county has to offer, from historic locations to fashionable shopping venues, picnics in the countryside and an abundance of leisure opportunities, while always being close to the bright lights of London for work and play. A RURAL LOCATION Brookmans Park, Gobions Wood and Hatfield Park are all just a few minutes from Brookmans Manor and are home to an abundance of enchanting wildlife. Country pursuits are readily available with riding, fishing or even a spot of shooting just some of the activities you can try your hand at. 10 11 AT YOUR LEISURE HATFIELD HOUSE REAL DAVID LLOYD CLUB BROOKMANS PARK TENNIS CLUB HATFIELD GOLF CLUB New members are welcomed at Hatfield State-of-the-art facilities designed with As well as one of the country’s finest House, where you can play real tennis both fitness and relaxation in mind are golf courses featuring a challenging and on the historic court built by the readily available at the David Lloyd rewarding course, you’ll find traditional 2nd Marquess of Salisbury in 1842. -
Green Space Strategy 2011 - 2016
Green Space Strategy 2011 - 2016 January 2011 Green Space Strategy 2011 - 2016 GreenGreen Space Space Strategy Strategy 2011 2011 - 2016 - 2016 Our Vision In Dacorum, we aspire to protect and enhance our natural environment, heritage and habitats. With the involvement of the community, we will create attractive, sustainable, accessible and well-managed green spaces. Foreword Dacorum benefits from a tremendous resource of high quality parks and recreation areas, set within some of the most remarkable landscapes in the country. Our fantastic green spaces are one of the main reasons people choose to live, work, and visit here. This strategy sets out our commitment to manage and protect this legacy, to ensure it remains intact for current and future generations. The quality of some of Dacorum’s green spaces has deteriorated over time through the ageing of facilities and infrastructure, and new investment is required. This strategy gives us the impetus and tools to improve their quality and to help deliver what local communities want from their neighbourhoods. We will improve facilities, and encourage residents to become more involved in managing their local green spaces. We aim to balance the needs of the community with the demands on our service, working wherever possible to combat climate change and alleviate the pressures of the modern age. We have a number of challenges to face in the future, not least in providing enough homes for the community. This strategy provides a strong framework to help manage, refresh, and create new green spaces. -
Chess Valley
The Chess Valley Getting there & back The Chess Valley has some Directions: The walk starts from Rickmansworth Station The Chess of the most attractive and finishes at Chesham Station. countryside in the Chilterns Trains: Rickmansworth is served by both the Metropolitan Area of Outstanding Natural Line from Aldgate and Baker Street and the Chiltern Valley Walk Beauty. This is a landscape Line from Marylebone to Aylesbury. rich in wildlife, with a long From Chesham there is a direct Metropolitan Line and fascinating history. service to London that stops at Rickmansworth. For the Chiltern Line change at Chalfont and Latimer. Along the way there are Buses: Please go to www.travelinesoutheast.org.uk historic buildings and estates, By Road: Rickmansworth Station is 1.5 miles from Junction water meadows, ancient field 18 of the M25 systems and nature reserves. Cygnet Maps: Ordnance Survey Explorer Maps 172 + 181 and The Chess is a 'chalk stream'. They are fed by groundwater, Chiltern Society Maps 6 + 17 +28 which is stored in the aquifer – layers of chalk rock which work like a sponge, soaking up water until it emerges at ground If you have enjoyed this walk, there are many others to try. level. Regular winter rainfall is needed to recharge the aquifer Visit www.chilternsaonb.org or call 01844 355500 for Chilterns and keep the chalk streams of the Chilterns flowing Country walks throughout the year. Typical chalk streams, like the Chess are or visit www.chesham.gov.uk/Walks/Chesham_Walks.aspx shallow, narrow streams, with gravel beds and clear, warm water. We take our water from the aquifer too, so we need to This walk and leaflet is supported by: use water wisely in order to reduce our impact on chalk Chilterns streams and their wildlife. -
HERTFORDSHIRE and MIDDLESEX WILDLIFE TRUST LIMITED (A Company Limited by Guarantee)
HERTFORDSHIRE AND MIDDLESEX WILDLIFE TRUST LIMITED (A company limited by guarantee) Company Registration Number 816710 Charity Number 239863 TREASURERS’ REPORT AND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2020 CONTENTS Page number Legal and administrative information 2 Introduction from the Chairman 3 Trustees’ Report, consisting of the following: Structure, governance and management 4 Trust vision, objectives and strategic plans 7 Review of year ended 31 March 2020 8 Headline actions for year ending 31 March 2021 16 Financial review and results for the year 18 Trustees’ responsibilities and approval 23 Independent auditor’s report 24 Statement of financial activities 27 Balance sheet 28 Cash flow statement 29 Notes to the financial statements 30 1 Herts & Middlesex Wildlife Trust Trustee Report and Financial Statements F20 HERTFORDSHIRE AND MIDDLESEX WILDLIFE TRUST LIMITED LEGAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE INFORMATION Honorary President Sir Simon Bowes-Lyon, KCVO Honorary Vice President Robert Wilson Council of Management (Trustees) Olivia Bertham Andy Brown (retired at AGM September 2019) Dr Veronica Edmonds-Brown (Vice Chairman) Keith Cotton Peter Delaloye (retired at AGM September 2019) Clive Hinds (Treasurer) Jackie Hunter (appointed at AGM September 2019) Amy Jankiewicz (appointed at AGM September 2019) Paul Knutson Sarah Kohl Michael Master (Chairman) Andrew Woods Chairman, Finance & Resources Committee Clive Hinds Chairman, Conservation, Community Dr Veronica Edmonds-Brown & Education Committee Chairman, Health & Safety Committee -
Urban Nature Conservation Study
DACORUM BOROUGH COUNCIL URBAN NATURE CONSERVATION STUDY Hertfordshire Biological Records Centre March 2006 DACORUM BOROUGH COUNCIL URBAN NATURE CONSERVATION STUDY Hertfordshire Biological Records Centre March 2006 SUMMARY Purpose of study The environment is one of the four main drivers of sustainable development, and in this context biodiversity needs to be fully integrated into planning policy and delivery. As part of the new planning system known as the Local Development Framework, information on urban wildlife is fundamental given the pressure on land resources in and around our towns. The aims of the study are: ‘To provide a well reasoned and coherent strategy for the protection and enhancement of key wildlife areas and network of spaces / natural corridors within the towns and large villages of Dacorum’. The Dacorum Urban Nature Conservation Study considers the wildlife resources within the six major settlements in Dacorum, namely Berkhamsted, Bovingdon, Hemel Hempstead, Kings Langley, Markyate and Tring. They were mapped using existing habitat information, additional sites identified from aerial photo interpretation and local knowledge. The areas adjacent to each settlement – up to a distance of 1km – were also mapped in a similar fashion to place the urban areas within the context of their surrounding environments. This process identified the most important sites already known such as Sites of Special Scientific Interest, local sites meeting minimum standards known as ‘Wildlife Sites’, and other sites or features of more local significance within the urban areas known collectively as ‘Wildspace’. These incorporated Hertfordshire Biological Record Centre’s ‘Ecology Sites’ where appropriate, old boundary features such as hedgerows and tree lines, as well as significant garden areas or open spaces which may survive. -
Annual Monitoring Report 2010/11 December 2011
Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council Annual Monitoring Report 2010/11 December 2011 Part of the Local Development Framework LDF* www.welhat.gov.uk Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council Local Development Framework Annual Monitoring Report 2010/2011 Published December 2011 C.J. Conway Director of Strategy and Development Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council Council Offices The Campus Welwyn Garden City Hertfordshire AL8 6AE Tel. 01707 357532 Fax. 01707 357285 Email: [email protected] If you would like to receive this document in a different language or format please call 01707 357000 or email [email protected] Contents Executive Summary ...................................................................................................................... 5 Glossary ........................................................................................................................................ 7 Introduction ................................................................................................................................. 12 Progress of the Welwyn Hatfield Local Development Framework .......................................... 21 Statement of Community Involvement Monitoring ................................................................... 30 Monitoring and Implementation of District Plan Saved Policies ............................................. 34 The Environment ......................................................................................................................... 39 Safe, Healthy and Strong Communities -
Sustainability Appraisal Scoping Report
East Hertfordshire District Council Sustainability Appraisal Scoping Report Final Report March 2010 Photographs courtesy of East Herts District Council East Hertfordshire District Council Sustainability Appraisal Scoping Report Revision Schedule Sustainability Appraisal Scoping Report March 2010 Rev Date Details Prepared by Reviewed by Approved by 01 September Draft SA James Allan Vanessa Barri Dr Steve Smith 2009 Scoping Report Assistant Environmental Senior Environmental Associate Consultant Consultant 01 September Draft HRA Graeme Down Dr James Riley Dr James Riley 2009 Report Assistant Ecologist Principal Ecologist Principal Ecologist 02 October 2009 Draft Scoping James Allan Vanessa Barri Dr Steve Smith Report for Assistant Environmental Senior Environmental Associate Consultation Consultant Consultant 03 March 2010 Final Report James Allan Vanessa Barri Dr Steve Smith Assistant Environmental Senior Environmental Associate Consultant Consultant Scott Wilson 6-8 Greencoat Place London This document has been prepared in accordance with the scope of Scott Wilson's appointment with its client and is subject to the terms of that appointment. It is addressed SW1P 1PL to and for the sole and confidential use and reliance of Scott Wilson's client. Scott Wilson accepts no liability for any use of this document other than by its client and only for the purposes for which it was prepared and provided. No person other than the client may copy (in whole or in part) use or rely on the contents of this document, without the prior written permission of the Company Secretary of Scott Wilson Ltd. Any advice, opinions, Tel: +44 (0)207 798 5000 or recommendations within this document should be read and relied upon only in the Fax: +44 (0)207 798 5001 context of the document as a whole. -
HCC Land and Buildings - January 2019
HCC Land and Buildings - January 2019 Coordinate Reference System - OSGB23 (see http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ordance_Survey_National_Grid ) - version of northing and easting Reports as at 18/01/2019 Unique Property Unique Name of the building/land Building Reference Asset or both Name or UK Post Tenure Size Size Number Identifier Number Street Town Code GeoX GeoY Type Holding Type Building Land Purpose 10070036580 00000101 Pixmore Playing Field, Pixmore Baldock Road Letchworth SG6 2EN 523254 232462 Leasehold Land 2.5109 Not an Asset for Baldock Road Playing Field Garden City Capital Valuation Purposes 00000401 Former Westbury Primary High Avenue Letchworth SG6 3QW 521033 231822 Freehold Land 1.6111 Surplus Assets School Detached Playing Field 10025013793 00000402 Former Westbury Detached Electricity High Avenue Letchworth SG6 3QW 521069 231866 Freehold Land 0.0039 Surplus Assets Playing Field - Electricity Sub Sub Station Garden City Station HCC Freehold Land/Buildings 310 0.2192 Surplus Assets Property 00000803 Croft Lane - Land South of Croft Lane Letchworth SG6 1AE 522575 234018 Freehold Land 3.4462 Surplus Assets (Norton C site) 10070250756 00001101 Stevenage Old Town Library, 38 High Street Stevenage SG1 3EF 523264 225338 Freehold Land/Buildings 408 0.0307 Other Land and High Street Buildings 00001206 Land Let to Guides Garden Walk Royston SG8 7HT 536208 241215 Freehold Land/Buildings 0 0.0483 Surplus Assets Association at The Greneway School 00001401 Offley Endowed Primary School Lane Offley SG5 3AZ 514179 227294 Freehold Land/Buildings