Spring is almost upon us! With grant funding from The Tree Council Arkendale Church have been able to plant a new hedgerow on the boundary of the churchyard extension with a beautiful mix of native trees and hedging plants. This will increase the biodiversity as well as providing a more private space for reflection in years to come.

24 volunteers from the local community came out to support planting the new hedgerow on Saturday 11th March. It was great to see so many helpers young and old! We’re very grateful to the Houseman family who granted permission of the hedge to take place. They also prepared the land ahead of planting – this made it so much easier to do the planting! Thanks to those who kept us fed and watered during the morning, tea, coffee and cake were much appreciated.

We’d also like to thank local businesses - Johnsons of Whixley, Greentech at Rabbit Hill Business Park and Scotton Tree Care for helping us with our planting requirements.