Tag Archives: Downlands Trust

Trust mourns Mathew Frith, champion of Hutchinson’s Bank

The London Wildlife Trust last night announced the sad news of the death of Mathew Frith after a long illness. “Mathew was, in many ways, the heart and soul of London Wildlife Trust. His passion for nature, his commitment to … Continue reading

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Rare flowers seem common on our Midsummer’s dream walk

Our latest wildlife amble for Inside Croydon readers took place this week, with MOIRA O’DONNELL showing the way across a part of the North Downs with rare flora and fauna, and all just a tram ride away Photos by AUSTEN … Continue reading

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Goats settle in for their winter’s work at Riddlesdown Quarry

There are goats in Croydon. No kidding. That was the announcement made by City Commons yesterday, as goats were turned out to graze at Riddlesdown Quarry. City Commons is the part of the City of London Corporation which manages large … Continue reading

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Downlands Partnership anniversary event, Chipstead, Jul 7

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