Woodgate Country Valley Park Birmingham is a 450-acre rural area that was once a mix of farms and small holdings that were first mentioned in the 13th century. When this historic rural area so closely connected to local life was threatened with urban sprawl it was time to do something about preserving this microcosm of local wilderness and history. The area was turned into a park in 1984. It was rehabilitated to create a woodland bring back its traditional rural character and offer a place for city dwellers to enjoy country pursuits and leisure without having to travel far.
The hedgerows, meadows and woodland, the ponds and the stream that meanders through the park provide habitats for more than 80 species of birds, around 250 species of plants, mosses and ferns, small mammals, insects, butterflies and even Muntjac deer. The Marsh Harrier, the long-eared owl and the king fisher are among the birds that have been recorded here. In summer, the park is aglow with colour from bluebells, foxgloves, orchids, buttercups and honeysuckle rioting across the meadows and among the woodlands.
Having over 8 miles of paths, the park provides the right conditions where people can go for a walk or explore its ancient byways and appreciate its natural beauty in summer. The park offers its very own version of a beautiful snow covered landscapes in winter as well. Many come here to get away from the usual urban noise and congested city living. A community-based farm with rare breeds of sheep, Limousin cattle, Vietnamese pot bellied pigs, poultry, pigmy goats and other animals occupies the western edge of the park.
A trekking center adjacent to the park caters to horse riders of all ages and abilities. It also provides led rides and lessons in horse riding. The parks many other facilities are based around the public’s need for leisure and to educate and inform. The park is free for the people of Birmingham to enjoy and relies on donations to subsidize its maintenance. It is also an excellent showcase on ways to protect, enhance and conserve the local rural heritage.
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Angela Fernando is an impassioned travel writer who composes pieces under the pen name Sumaira Narayan. She loves writing about new and exciting places around the world and hopes to visit them all someday.