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RESIDENTS and visitors are being asked to help shape the future of a local nature reserve in Purbeck. The area known locally at the Downs in Swanage has been proposed as a new reserve, with work on the project starting last summer. Swanage Town Council and the environmental group Sustainable Swanage are spearheading the project. So far they have been surveying and mapping the site for its habitats and wildlife, but now they want to her from members of the public about how to improve and enhance the area for future generations. Cllr Mike Bonfield, of the town council, said: We are aware that many people currently use and have an interest in the Downs for a variety of purposes and we are keen to better understand what these may be. ....
PLANTING to create a tree-lined gateway to a Purbeck town has taken place and green campaigners are appealing for public support. The Sustainable Swanage group is looking to sponsor ten of the 20 Oak trees that were planted along Swanage High Street by Dorset Council at the end of November. The remaining trees have been provided under Dorset Council s policy of replacing previously felled trees. Swanage Town Council deputy mayor Avril Harris said: This is an exciting and positive project for the town during these difficult times and it’s a contribution to our efforts to address the climate and ecological crises, which Swanage Town Council takes seriously.” ....