Revitalising Polegate one wood chip at a time

Published: 29th May 2025

Polegate environmental volunteering
Polegate environmental volunteering

We recently spent some time volunteering at Polegate Jubilee Nature Reserve, providing our staff with the chance to give back to their community.

With biodiversity as their main aim, this council-owned and managed reserve not only improves the local environment but also serves as a fantastic habitat for wildlife.

The day began with a safety briefing and included the following tasks:

  • Dispersal of woodchips to refresh the pathways
  • Building woodpiles to create habitats for wildlife
  • Giving the equipment shed a fresh coat of paint
  • Clearing and replanting vegetation for better access Special thanks to Chaffins for supplying the woodchips used in our efforts!

Additionally, a second team took part in a litter-picking session in Polegate Recreation Ground, showing our commitment to maintaining and improving our community spaces.