Seven Fields – Litter Picking, Signage & Practical Maintenance

Littering and vandalism in Seven Fields

Seven Fields – Litter Picking, Signage & Practical Maintenance

Whilst walking within Seven Fields Nature Reserve, I spent time litter picking and noting a small number of practical issues affecting access, visibility and site facilities.

What I observed and did

Litter was mainly concentrated along field edges and access routes, rather than within the meadows themselves.

Items collected included cans, bottles and nitrous oxide canisters.

All litter, including the canisters, was bagged during the walk and reported for parish collection.

A site sign was obscured by brambles and overgrown vegetation, making it difficult to read. The sign itself is intact, but visibility has been reduced by surrounding growth.

I also noted a litter bin that had previously been set on fire, which had already been reported.

Actions taken:

Litter and nitrous oxide canisters reported for parish collection. Haydon Wick Parish Council Ref: HWPC10403

Vegetation cut-back requested so the sign can be clearly seen again. Haydon Wick Parish Council Ref: HWPC10405

The previously fire-damaged bin is being replaced by Haydon Wick Council with a ground-mounted, covered multi-purpose bin - these are more robust and will help reduce the risk of further damage.

Seven Fields is a valued local nature reserve, and small, practical actions like litter picking, keeping signage visible and maintaining site facilities all help support accessibility and care for this space.

Thank you to the many local residents who quietly help look after Seven Fields as they walk, and the consistant efforts by Seven Fields parkrun who always go above and beyond to support.