These pages provide a photographic
record of activities and events at Thrupp Lake throughout
2011 where development of a new visitor centre and improved
public access to the lake surroundings are being planned
by the Earth Trust in collaboration with the local community.
Up in
the canopy. A tree surgeon at work making dead trees
safe near the path along the northern shore. Felled
timber has been left on the site to provide habitats
for wildlife.
Path laying.
A small team turned up to finish the task begun earlier
in the month.
Erecting
the signboard
Above: First two
deep holes had to be dug to exactly the right depth. Fortunately
the team came equipped with the right tools for the job.
Above:
Then the tricky task of lifting and lowering the very
heavy wooden structure into the holes without damaging
anything, anybody or pushing earth back into the holes.
Above:
Finally some levelling adjustments before fixing temporary
stays ready for concrete pouring.
2nd
June 2011, Finishing the circular walk
Above:
Final inspection and finishing touches to the path around
the lake: just a few clips here and there to keep the
flourishing brambles in check.
Left:
Completing the circle: installing the last waymarker
post in the grounds of Sandles.
Above:
Tea break.
Above:
Job done! Group photo of volunteers assembled around
the last waymarker post, with Thrupp Lake in the background.
