Nore Barn Woods is an attractive area of public open space in
Emsworth, adjacent to theshore of Chichester Harbour. Access for
walkers is via
the end of Warblington
Road where it is possible for a small number of cars to
park.
Formed in 2002, The Friends
of Nore Barn Woods is a group
of volunteers who aim to conserve and make the woods more
pleasant for the general public. The Friends are affiliated to The Conservation
Volunteers and work closely with the owner of
the woods, Havant Borough Council.
Over the last few years The Friends have:
§ Created
open glades to allow in more light, to increase habitat
diversity
§ Planted
over 300 tree and hedge saplings to replace dead and dying
growth
§ Encouraged
Havant Borough Council to improve the paths
§ Worked
with the local police to minimise vandalism
§ Raised
grants of over £14000 for resurfacing the Wayfarers Walk
§ Raised
grants of over £75000 to conserve 100m of shoreline
§ Provided
an information board and notice board
