Raunds Town Council Receives 15 Free Fruit Trees for Queen's Platinum Jubilee Community Orchard

Raunds Town Council is delighted to be participating in the Coronation Living Heritage Fund tree-planting initiative, thanks to which 15 new fruit and nut trees have recently been planted in Amos Lawrence Park Community Orchard. The project, funded through a grant awarded to North Northamptonshire Council, supports the development of community orchards, providing green spaces that benefit both people and wildlife for generations to come.

The trees, which include a mix of traditional and local apple, pear, cherry, plum, quince, and medlar varieties, were sourced from certified fruit-growing nurseries. These will not only further enhance biodiversity in the area but also offer an educational and recreational resource for the Raunds community.

Councillor Ollie Curtis, Chairman of the Council's Environment, Leisure and Recreation Committee, expressed his enthusiasm for the initiative:

"This is a truly fruitful opportunity for Raunds. The Town Council is delighted to be part of this fantastic initiative, which will help our local environment thrive.

The addition of these trees to Amos Lawrence Park will provide shade, fresh air, and—eventually—delicious produce for our residents to enjoy. We are very grateful to North Northamptonshire Council and the Coronation Living Heritage Fund for making this possible"

The Council encourages residents to visit the orchard and witness first-hand the positive impact that these new trees have on the local environment.

For further information about this initiative or to get involved in future community planting projects, please contact Raunds Town Council.