Kids to transform pond in Runcorn

Friday, July 17 2009 17:28:27 by Editor

Children in the Murdishaw area of Runcorn are to be involved in transforming an overgrown local pond into a nature reserve.

The Gorsewood Pond is said to have been used to dump waste in and has become an eyesore for local residents but will now be transformed as part of a local scheme.

Landlord Riverside is organising the project in conjuction with architecture firm Mouchel, and will give local children a chance to voice their opinions on how the pond will look after its regeneration.

Changing Spaces project officer for Riverside Sian Martin-Baez told 24Dash.com: "Tenants have identified the area as a blot on the landscape. People have used the pond to dump waste and it is overgrown and stagnant.

"That's why we have set aside the funds to transform it into a haven for wildlife. We will be fencing off the area and providing seating so that the pond can be enjoyed by everyone."