We are delighted that this land has been permanently secured for nature.
Berryhill Fields is one of the city’s most special green spaces. It's expansion not only creates more room for wildlife, it also brings more opportunities for people to connect with the nature on their doorstep.
It's also a chance for Berryhill Fields to link into a wider connected network of nature-rich spaces across the city. It will support so many species and help nature recover on a much wider scale.Head of Nature Recovery, Staffordshire Wildlife Trust
Leading Staffordshire wildlife charity celebrates expansion of prime Stoke nature haven
Staffordshire Wildlife Trust is celebrating the news that a much-loved nature rich area is set to double in size.
Stoke-on-Trent City Council recently revealed that they've acquired ownership of 148 acres of land next to Berryhill Fields Nature Reserve. This means that more than 300-acres will be dedicated to wildlife and it will be protected for future generations to enjoy.
Berryhill Fields is one of the city’s most important natural landscapes. Owned and managed by Stoke-on-Trent City Council, it is often referred to as the city’s green lungs.
It's a treasured place for local people to enjoy walking, running and cycling. Used by many daily, it offers fresh air and far-reaching views. It is also home to a rich and impressive variety of wildlife.
Threatened bird species here include the common snipe, skylark and grasshopper warblers which are rare across the UK. Botanical highlights include bee orchids, common-spotted orchids and devil’s-bit scabious. The wooded areas provide a refuge for many mammals.
Staffordshire Wildlife Trust will work with the City Council to boost and restore this extra land for nature.
The Trust welcomes the City Council’s commitment to long-term protection of the landscape. Berryhill Fields will remain a vibrant, wild, and accessible space for people and nature alike.
We're excited to begin work with the City Council on the expanded site. This is such a significant and positive step for nature restoration in Stoke-on-Trent.Head of Nature Recovery, Staffordshire Wildlife Trust