Maintenance work planned for Anglesey nature reserve

The boardwalk and bridges at Rugeley 's Anglesey nature reserve in Hednesford and Rawnsley Woods are to be replaced by the Council following a review of maintenance work in the District.

The work follows the completion of a new Corporate Maintenance Plan agreed by Cabinet which will see repair work to the Rugeley Boardwalk and the two bridges carried out during the current financial year.

The move also follows a commitment given by the leader of The Council, Councillor Olivia Lyons, and her Conservative Group to repair Rugeley Boardwalk if elected to power during the May elections.

Councillor Lyons said: “The bridges mentioned are an important part of the visitor experience at the nature reserve and Rawnsley Woods. There is nothing worse when visiting special places like these to find your route is impeded or not particularly welcoming.

“In Rugeley we have been campaigning for a while about the importance of the Boardwalk in creating an enjoyable entry into the town centre or as a departure from it, especially as we have some important opportunities coming up with the re-development of the former power station site and the Commonwealth Games. It therefore makes it important to improve the look and appeal of the town centre.

“The Rugeley Boardwalk takes in an attractive stream close to the shopping area. It has the potential to become a pleasant area for seating and relaxation, as well as being a nice route into the town centre and connecting with nearby green spaces. ”

All improvement work is expected to be completed in 2022/23.

Pictured: Councillor Phil Hewitt and Councillor Olivia Lyons at part of the Rugeley Boardwalk.