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MANEA MATTERS
MANEA MATTERS

To support biodiversity at Manea
Community Orchard, we’re planning a
series of talks and workshops open to all.
Topics could include planting for pollinators,
hedgehog-friendly gardening, composting
techniques, fruit tree pruning, and creating
wildlife habitats like bug hotels and bird
boxes. We’d also love to explore talks on
native hedgerows, wildflower meadow
creation, and the role of ponds and
wetlands in small-scale conservation.
These sessions will offer practical tips,
spark new ideas, and help more residents
feel confident getting involved. If you’d like
to suggest a speaker or host a session,
please get in touch.

Together, we can grow a wilder,
greener, and more connected
Manea—one hedge, one tree,
one morning at a time.

So whether you’re handy with a spade, keen
to learn a new skill, or just fancy a couple
of peaceful hours outside with like-minded
neighbours come once, come often, or just
help spread the word. Manea Community
Orchard is already a special place—but
with your help, it can become something
truly magical.
To get involved or join our orchard volunteer
list, contact:
Janet O’Keefe
Manea Parish Councillor
jokeefe@manea-pc.gov.uk
07545 768 024

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