Stour Valley reserve public meeting called

BCP Countryside has invited residents to join them at Holdenhurst Village Hall from 6.30pm-8pm on Thursday 19 November to consider options for changes and improvements within the Stour Valley and Millhams reserves.

Discussions will focus on some of the main recreational impacts on wildlife, habitats and the visitor experience within Stour Valley Local Nature Reserve (LNR) and Millhams Mead LNR. The debate will include potential changes to existing angling, camping, dog access, and litter management.

With many people enjoying the three-mile riverside footpath along the River Stour, featuring wildflower meadows, hedgerows, deciduous woodland, an arboretum, and traditional water meadows, maintaining a balance between nature and public access and rights is vital.