Volunteers begin planting at Hope Coppice

As work progresses at Hope Coppice, the Planting Our Future team was joined by several volunteers from Solihull Faiths Forum, during Inter-Faith Week.

The group assisted in planting native bulbs, sowing wildflower seeds and adding ferns to the natural stumpery, which will become a wildlife haven for insects and even small mammals such as hedgehogs.

Pat, Chair of Solihull Faiths Forum, said: “16 people from different faith communities came along on a beautiful November morning to dig holes and plant snowdrops and daffodils, assisted also by two members of Healthwatch. Everyone enjoyed the chance to make a difference to the environment, share stories, forge new friendships, and contribute to a project that will enable people to reflect on those they have lost through the pandemic and foster hope for the future.”

The project, designed by Red Kite Network and delivered by Copper Beech Play, is almost nearing Phase 1 completion, with Phase 2 due to start in the New Year.

Thank you to all the volunteers for contributing to this amazing space which we look forward to bringing to the residents of Solihull.

Photo caption: Carly (left) of Wonder Woods Forest School joined by Annie (right) from Red Kite Network