The Par Pond (Bird Lake) is a spring fed water body and the water levels are subject to natural variation.  We do not consider the current low levels to be exceptional, however we will continue to visit the area on a regular basis to monitor the condition of the pond and local wildlife.

We would like to assure the local community that if levels were to drop significantly we would work with the Environment Agency and take necessary measures to ensure that the wildlife is protected.

Over recent years we have noted large fluctuations in the water levels, particularly during extended dry periods, alongside frequent flooding of the access road at wetter times.

Our initial investigations have shown that extensive works are required to improve the drainage throughout the area, in part to resolve flooding of the highways, and a substantial capital project has been set up to address this, along with a number of other issues on the site, which have been detailed below. This work will include repairs to the sluice system and the clearing of the feeder channels that run between the pond and the stream.

We are continuing to invest significantly across the area as part of a sustained improvement programme, working with local stakeholders to enhance beach access, improve infrastructure and manage invasive vegetation to increase the ecological value of the Dune system.

Works to be included as part of this project are:

• Re-instatement of feeder channels, sluices and access paths around the pond
• Resurfacing of the access road through the site
• Resurfacing of the smaller parking areas
• Resurfacing of the footpath that runs behind the holiday park
• Extension of the access improvement through the dunes
• Resurfacing of the section of Multiuse Trails from the western end of the access road to the haul road
• Continued control of invasive plants and scrub encroachment in the dunes

It is hoped to deliver these work within the next 3 years, with some priority elements starting this year. A programme will be shared in due course.

In conjunction, an additional project is planned around the St. Andrew’s pond (Par pond) area to improve road drainage and remove silt build up in the pond.

Adam Chell I Countryside Officer

Cornwall Council I Natural Environment Service I Sites and Trails

New Website

FoPB are pleased to announce that our new, shiny-bright, website has gone live.

It still contains all the useful and informative content that you have come to expect from the original website, now 10 years old, but in, we hope, a much more modern and presentable fashion.

It can now be viewed on any device that suits you, be it a mobile phone, tablet or computer.

You are invited to follow the link below, which you can select or copy & paste into your browser, to view the new site.

http://parbeach.com

We would welcome any feedback, good, bad or indifferent, you may care to give. Please use our Contact page using this link, Contact Us, or via the Envelope (Email) tab on the right side of the FoPB Website page you are viewing.

Many thanks for your continued support.

Stay safe.

WE’RE UP AND RUNNING AGAIN

((SUBJECT TO RESTRICTIONS)

WORKING PARTY

Join us on…….

Sunday 25th  April         10.00 to 12.00 hrs.

Cutting back edges of the Access Path around the orchid field and through the woods.

Meet at Western Car Park (parking is FREE until 17th May)

CURRENT GOVERNMENT RULES ARE……

That we can meet subject to a MAXIMUM OF 15 people working in groups of no more than 6.

THEREFORE, PARTICIPANTS MUST BOOK A PLACE BY PHONING PHIL ON 01726 817396

We shall have supplies of sanitiser, disinfectant spray and paper roll on site, but………….

PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN GLOVES

WE SHALL HAVE PRE-SANITISED TOOLS AVAILABLE, BUT PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN TOOLS IF POSSIBLE

Regrettably we are unable to provide refreshments at present

Working hard for Par Beach and the Environment

Do you want to learn more about Reptiles?

Introduction to Reptile Identification & Surveying

The conservation Volunteers (TCV) in partnership with Froglife were overwhelmed by the demand for the last time so have decided to host another FREE online training course via Zoom on Friday 6th November at 6:30pm
 

The talk will cover common and widespread UK reptiles with an overview of their identification, and where and how to look for them.
 

It will be suitable for all audiences, and will especially appeal to anyone interested in wildlife and conservation. This course particularly suits those who:

• Wish to improve their identification skills of UK reptiles

• Is looking to gain knowledge on how to survey for reptiles – whether in their own garden or a public green space

• Looking for experience in the environmental sector

• Wish to learn about the importance of recording our reptile species and how doing so can make a real difference
 

The presentation begins at 18:30 and should finish no later than 20:00.

To book

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/introduction-to-reptile-identification-and-surveying-tickets-126784958223

Numbers are limit to 100.

Feel free to book on if you wish to learn a bit more about our indigenous reptilain friends.

If you have any queries please send an email to t.burden@tcv.ork.uk