Services
Rushton Pocket Park
Rushton Pocket Park is managed by a small group of volunteers for the enjoyment of all who visit. If you would like to help in any way or would like any information, please contact Jackie on 07484 790862 or Elaine on 07818 292138.
Formed in 1997 and opened in 1998, Rushton Pocket Park is situated in a triangle
of land between the back of Midland Cottages and the bridlepath to Pipewell. It
can be accessed from the bridlepath or up steps at the back of Matthews Close.
We aim to provide a conservation area for quiet enjoyment and environmental
education for the young people in the village. The park is managed in such a way
to attract more wildlife, increase biodiversity and raise awareness of the
importance of conservation.
Aims
∙To preserve the meadow as a conservation area in the centre of our
village
∙To encourage villagers to care for and enjoy the pocket park and work
together as a community
∙To attract wildlife by providing varied habitats
∙To enhance awareness of the importance of conservation
∙To provide an area of environmental education for the people who live in
the village, children who attend Rushton Primary School and other
environmental/community groups
∙To provide an area for quiet enjoyment for all