The Dell - Enhancing for people and wildlife

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Help us enhance The Dell on Earlham Road!

A small, natural space in the heart of Norwich - We are committed to its future and want to work with you to make sure that it continues to provide benefit for both people and wildlife.

We have three proposals to develop the space:

  1. Add a second self-closing entrance gate in the northeast corner, to allow people to walk through the site (path extended and improved to allow this)
  2. Carry out coppicing of some of the smaller trees on the southern bank to allow more light into the site
  3. Planting of native plant species to increase biodiversity

We’d love to hear your opinions on how the site could be improved and what you think about our ideas.

You can take part by answering the questions on the survey below or leaving your ideas on our virtual ideas board. If you’d like to chat to us in person, Amelia and Hamish will be at The Dell on Monday 15 July, between 4pm and 7pm. https://w3w.co/outfit.doctor.mouse

Your feedback will be invaluable in aiding our decisions on what future works will be carried out to improve the site.

The consultation will close on Sunday 21 July for evaluation and review.

Help us enhance The Dell on Earlham Road!

A small, natural space in the heart of Norwich - We are committed to its future and want to work with you to make sure that it continues to provide benefit for both people and wildlife.

We have three proposals to develop the space:

  1. Add a second self-closing entrance gate in the northeast corner, to allow people to walk through the site (path extended and improved to allow this)
  2. Carry out coppicing of some of the smaller trees on the southern bank to allow more light into the site
  3. Planting of native plant species to increase biodiversity

We’d love to hear your opinions on how the site could be improved and what you think about our ideas.

You can take part by answering the questions on the survey below or leaving your ideas on our virtual ideas board. If you’d like to chat to us in person, Amelia and Hamish will be at The Dell on Monday 15 July, between 4pm and 7pm. https://w3w.co/outfit.doctor.mouse

Your feedback will be invaluable in aiding our decisions on what future works will be carried out to improve the site.

The consultation will close on Sunday 21 July for evaluation and review.

  • April update

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    A lot has been happening at The Dell since last summer’s consultation. In February, a second entrance gate was installed by contractors, with Norwich Fringe Project volunteers then arriving in March to create an adjoining new section of path.

    In April, two new trees, a Hornbeam and a Beech, were planted to help boost biodiversity.

    We have been working closely with a fantastic group of local people who are helping us to manage the site, culminating in the formation of a new community group, named The Friends of The Dell.

    In collaboration with the group, we have some exciting future works planned, including the creation of a circular path and the installation of new seating.

    To keep up to date or get involved with The Friends of The Dell, please take a look at their Facebook page.


  • Thank you for your feedback on The Dell

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    We’d like to thank the 60 residents who participated in our consultation on proposals to improve The Dell, a small woodland space on Earlham Road. Your feedback is invaluable in helping us shape the future of this important woodland space.

    What you told us

    We received a range of comments, feedback and suggestions through our online survey and in-person conversations at The Dell. We've carefully reviewed all the feedback received. To learn about the key findings, download the Summary Report.

    Next steps

    • Installation of a second gate to allow a continuous walkway through the site is scheduled for the week commencing January 27th
    • Norwich Fringe Project volunteers will visit The Dell in the week commencing 3 February to add finishing touches to the new entrance and path, allowing it to be opened for use.
    • We're pleased that a number of local people have expressed interest in getting involved with community activities and events at The Dell. If you'd like to find out more or join in, please email Amelia at ameliaworley@norwich.gov.uk


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