Pond Conservation with the Yorkshire Wildlife Trust

Recognising the environmental importance of village ponds in East Yorkshire, Scarborough and Ryedale is at the centre of a new project launched by the Yorkshire Wildlife Trust.

Funded by LEADER Coast, Wolds, Wetlands and Waterways the Parish Pond Project aims to undertake an assessment of the pond assets across the LEADER area. It is hoped that in doing this communities will become more aware of their wetland heritage and therefore encourage wider appreciation of the village landscape.

Harriet Linfoot (pictured above) is co-ordinating the project and we met at Muston Pond to discuss the project further. As it was too windy for filming we recorded the interview in the car. Listen by clicking on the link below and apologies for the rather abrupt beginning and endings:

  If you would like further information please contact Harriet by email. During the interview Harriet mentioned Pond Conservation as a source of useful advice on all aspects of ponds. Pond Conservation is the national charity dedicated to protecting the wildlife of our freshwaters: ponds, rivers, streams and lakes. They give advice, carry out research, promote practical action and lobby policy makers to ensure that freshwater wildlife and habitats have a secure future. Contact them by email or call 01865 483249.