Enveco, Tree Wardens and Community Volunteers Team Up to Care for Trees at Mossom Field

On Wednesday 11 March, volunteers and local teams came together at Mossom Field on Mossom Lane for a morning of environmental improvement work, helping remove old tree stakes and guards that had been left in place for many years.

Around 15 years ago, plastic guards and stakes were installed to protect young trees while they established themselves. However, the company responsible for the original work ceased operating around 2015, meaning many of the guards were never removed. Over time, these have become unfit for purpose and can restrict tree growth.

The focus of the session, which ran from 9.30am until midday, was to remove as many guards as possible, so the trees can continue to grow freely. The plastic guards will be responsibly disposed of, while any chestnut stakes still in good condition will be taken to Stanley Park, where they may be reused during the park’s upcoming Centenary celebrations, for example, as way markers.

The event brought together colleagues from across the Enveco team, from senior leaders to members of the street cleansing and grounds maintenance teams, alongside volunteers from Keep Blackpool Tidy and the volunteer tree wardens. Some of the work had already begun last year with the help of DWP volunteers, but there was still plenty left to do.

Diane Farley, Enveco’s Neighbourhood Officer, who organised the event, added:

“It was great to see such a positive turnout. These kinds of activities make a real difference to the health of our trees and show how much people care about their local environment.”

Norbreck Ward Councillor Julie Sloman said:

“It’s fantastic to see residents, volunteers and council teams working together to care for our green spaces. Small actions like this help ensure our trees continue to thrive for years to come. I really do want to thank everyone involved.”

By the end of the morning, volunteers had removed a large number of guards, helping ensure the trees at Mossom Field can continue to grow strong and healthy.

Take a look at all the images of the day HERE.