Councillors have agreed plans for the creation of four shallow pools, which will seasonally hold water to attract a variety of wildlife including insects, provide feeding areas for wading birds and a breeding area for amphibians. 

The work forms part of the Masterplan for the Warwick open space, which this summer has also seen the successful introduction of a wild bird feeding crop. Species that are in significant decline, will benefit from the improvements.

Warwick District Council’s Portfolio Holder for Neighbourhood Services, Councillor Moira-Ann Grainger commented;

“These measures for St Mary’s Lands will help to create a wetland habitat that will help to increase biodiversity in a species poor area. I would like to thank the St Mary’s Lands Working Party for their continued commitment to enhancing this beautiful open space for the benefit of future generations.”