In a bid to boost biodiversity, Oswestry Town Council is supporting No Mow May 2025 by leaving some areas of its parks and open spaces unmown for a month.
The annual campaign by conservation charity Plantlife highlights how long grass benefits wildlife, tackles pollution, reduces heat extremes and locks away carbon below ground.
The council will take part in No Mow May by leaving swathes of grass in Cae Glas Park, Brogyntyn Park, Castle Bank and Oswestry Cemetery uncut to help bees and butterflies.
Careful thought has gone into deciding which parts are left to grow so that that the practical uses of these green spaces such as dog walking and sports can be enjoyed.
Arren Roberts, Oswestry Town Council Town Clerk, said: “No Mo May is a simple way we can do our bit for nature and I’m keen to see the impact it has on our local environment.
“The approach isn’t suitable for all areas, so we will see how things go during the first year and listen to people’s feedback. If all goes well though, we will look at mowing these areas less during summer too.”
Signs are going up in the areas of the green spaces taking part in No Mow May. If anyone has any concerns about areas needing to be mowed for practical reasons, please email enquiries@oswestry-tc.gov.uk.
Find out more about No Mow May and how your lawn, or part of it, can help by visiting www.plantlife.org.uk.
Sue from Cae Glas Park’s team with the No Mow May signs.
