Conservation
Sanders Park is home to the endangered water vole (arvicola
amphibious) who reside along the natural banks of the Battlefield
Brook.
The Battlefield Brook is a critical ordinary watercourse which
runs through the heart of the park. The Brook was heavily canalised
in 1963 and has created a barrier for wildlife to migrate
downstream. Bromsgrove District Council are working with the
Battlefield Brook Project Team including, The Environment Agency
and the Worcestershire Wildlife Trust to improve the
watercourse.
In October 2009 work commenced on removing a 50 metre trial
reach of concrete to naturalise this section. The results are being
monitored to assess the impact on flows and wildlife.
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Before Battlefield Brook improvements
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After Battlefield Brook improvements
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