A community group to support and improve historic Leeds’s smallest nature reserve is set to be officially formed at a public meeting tomorrow (Monday, 17 February).
Members of the public are being urged to get involved in the Friends of Farnley Fish Pond group, which will organise and take part in activities such as litter picking, applying for funds to improve the area, and planting and reporting problems among other things.
Tomorrow’s meeting aims to form a constituted community organisation with a bank account and elected chair, treasurer and committee. The meeting starts at 6pm at Farnley Community Centre. All welcome to attend.
The neglected pond area has recently undergone a transformation after years of neglect. There are further plans for a new pathway, benches and litter bins.
To get involved with the Friends group, contact peter.allison@farnleycommunitycentre.co.uk, message via Facebook or telephone 0113 460 4702.
WLD reported on last month’s public meeting here.
- Farsley Fish Pond was created in 1815 by soldiers returning from the Napoleonic wars. Despite its name, it’s never had any fish in it apart from in recent years when someone let carp into the water.
- Follow WLD‘s past coverage of Farnley Fish Pond here.