Bluebells

We have a fantastic crop of Bluebells in the park this year.
If you have a bit of time to spare please take a walk through the second woods (past the rugby club entrance) and have a wander through the woodland.

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Taken by Martin Hanson.

Taken by Martin Hanson.

Taken by Christine Thomas.

Taken by Christine Thomas.

Vandalism 4/5/14

We are sad to report that some vandalism has occurred in the park on Sunday 4/5/14.
One of our new interpretation panels which is placed near the rugby club entrance has had a stone thrown at it with a great deal of force. And the result is that the perspex cover has now got a sizeable smash mark in it.
These panels cost a great deal of money time and effort to install design and set up so we call on those responsible to think about what you are doing! this is for the good of the community not just for a few people to enjoy.

If you are spotted vandalising the park you will be reported to the authorities without fail!!!!!!

It is only a minority of people who like to cause damage so we ask you to please keep your eyes out for any suspicious behaviour around the park to the police and do not be afraid to report it.
Also there has been damage to advertising boards in the rugby ground and litter thrown on the ground there as well. A member of the public has reported a lot of noise in the park yesterday afternoon and we think these problems may have arisen then.

The stone damaged panel.

Bike marks in the same area 5/5/14

Remember this is your wonderful community don't let people ruin it for you.

AGM and Meeting

On Wednesday 30th April we will be holding our annual AGM meeting in Pontarddulais Cricket Club this takes place at 7.30pm.
Straight afterwards we will hold our usual monthly meeting as usual we will welcome anyone who is interested to come and join us for a drink and a chat.

Dog Poo Dispenser.

A lot has been said for the dog mess problems in Pontarddulais of late. But Swansea City Council has kindly fitted a dog poo bag disperser in Coed Bach park. it is located by the car park end of the football field and it is near some bins as well. So if your pooch is caught short there is no excuse not to pick it up and dispose of it.
And we would like to advise people who are not picking up after their dogs that the situation is being constantly monitored and details will be passed on if necessary As several group members have been told to mind their own business or received a mouthful of abuse from owners who do not care.

Interpretation Panels

We are happy to report that 4 interpretation panels have been placed at various locations around the park.
We thank Gaynor Fuge for her efforts and time she spent designing these for us. We hope that people who use the park will enjoy them and will learn more about the fabulous selection of wildlife and plantlife around the location. Also a big thanks to Wyn Viv and Rob who positioned the signs for us.

Viv (trying to get over his short man syndrome) Wyn and Rob

Images Provided by Gaynor Fuge.

Wood Removal

It has been noticed over the last few days that wood has been taken from around the cleared boating lake area in the 2nd woods.
This wood is intended for use within the park area only and it is an offence to take it without permission.
As a result we the Friends Of Coed Bach are keeping an eye around this area and will be reporting any vehicles that are parked suspiciously in the area of the lake. We are also asking members of the public to be vigilant and report any suspicious behaviour to the number on the top of the screen or to the police.
Please do not approach anyone you see taking anything as we do not want anyone to become involved in a confrontation.
We are aware that whoever is taking the wood may be unaware that they are committing theft, but they need to be aware of what they are doing.

Thank you for your help.

Community Orchard

Our Community Orchard has grown again (pardon the pun) earlier this week the tree planting team from the City and Council of Swansea added five new trees to the park (Thank's chaps).
They are :- 2 Conference pear trees, Malus Elstar (eating apples) and 1 Bramley seeding (cooking apples)
They are now in place by the avenue of trees leading up from Coed Bach into the park and are located near the ones we planted a few weeks ago.
So if you see any Bees working away in the park please don't swat them away, as they are pollenating the flowers to help the fruit grow.