Bucknell P3 Group was formed in December 2006 (local Coordinator: Mike Starr (01547 530179)

A P3 Group consists of local volunteers who liaise with Shropshire County Council to help improve the condition of Countrywide Access and Rights of Way in their area.

Bucknell and Bedstone parishes are designated an “Action Area” for 2007-8 (along with Stowe, Hopton Castle and Clungunford). During this period the Council will improve the condition and accessibility of the Rights of Way in these parishes. This will entail renewing or refurbishing stiles, gates, sign posts etc.

When this has been done, the P3 Group will monitor the paths and assist in their maintenance where feasible. This could include removing undergrowth, repairing stiles etc. The Council runs courses and provide the necessary tools.

First Working Party - Saturday 29^th December 2007

Mike Starr had 'found' a rather overgrown bridal path in Darky Dale, and felt that just after Christmas was a great opportunity to burn off some excess calories!!

Mike, Geri Graham and Ken (a friend of Mikes) gathered at the appointed time and off we went.

Ken & Graham get stuck in	Looking better already
This looks a big job	Didn't take that long after all!
Another large tree to sort out	Heave Ho - job done
Photos courtesy of Mike Starr

Mike convinced us that we'd need two days to complete the job - in the event we completed the task in about 2 hours.

At present the group comprises 7 volunteers. Anyone who has an interest in our local Rights of Way and wishes to join the group should contact Mike Starr.

Alternatively, if anyone simply has any comments to make about the condition of the paths in the village and surrounding area, then please let Mike Starr know.