Walsall Council has been granted a substantial sum of £75,000 by the Veolia Foundation. This significant financial support will play a pivotal role in the revitalisation of the Fibbersley Local Nature Reserve in Willenhall, ensuring its continued prosperity as a thriving ecosystem for both the local flora and fauna.
The funding will be used to make an array of improvements, including the clearance of overgrown vegetation, the upgrading of pathways, and the enhancement of ponds. The reserve’s entrance will receive a rejuvenating facelift, featuring a new notice board, ladder board sign, and an artistic sculpture. Furthermore, the introduction of two new disability-friendly entrance gates will ensure that the reserve is accessible to all.
In addition to the Veolia grant, Walsall Council has also secured a smaller but equally significant grant of £2,059 from the Tree Council’s Branching Out Fund. This additional funding will be allocated to the planting of trees and hedgerows around the site.