Grant of £4,000 awarded in 2019. Total project cost £12,400
Wolvercote Community Orchard is a community asset preserving heritage apple varieties and an open-access green space for the enjoyment of all. However, the narrow entrance and uneven ground were unsuitable for visitors with restricted mobility so contractors for the Wolvercote Tree Group installed a broader access area set back from the road and an all-weather, level path.
Work began in spring 2020 and the project was completed by the autumn following a slight delay due to the impact of Covid-19 restrictions and very hot summer weather which affected grass germination and growth. The photo shows work in progress so you can see the mesh used - if you visit now, you will find just a broad grassy path which is accessible whatever the weather.