Members met in the main car park on Sunday 17th February for a litter pick in the woods. As usual we collected a wide range of items, 6 bags and a few larger items.

Back in August, the North Somerset and Bristol Fungus Group held a fungus foray at the woods. Details of the different species identified can be found in the foray report, here.

A handful of volunteers started the New Year by clearing saplings from around the barrows, although cold, the physical work soon had the coats and hats coming off.  Around 50 saplings were removed, protecting the barrows from further root damage. Many of the saplings will be used to restore local hedgerows.

Last Sunday, another successful Fungus Foray took place at the woods. Society members braved the bracing winds and combed the woods for all manner of Fungus. Although late in the season, we were able to identify nearly 30 species with the expert help of local naturalist, Les Cloutman.  Thanks to all who attended for making the event a success.

Dear members, on Sunday 28th October we will be meeting in the woods for a Fungal Foray. Places are limited to society members and their families. Please meet at the entrance to the woods at 2pm. Car parking is limited, so please car share where possible.  To book your place, email the society secretary mail@beaconhillsociety.org.uk

Dear members, on Sunday 28th October we will be meeting in the woods for a Fungal Foray. Places are limited to society members and their families. Please meet at the entrance to the woods at 2pm. Car parking is limited, so please car share where possible.  To book your place, email the society secretary mail@beaconhillsociety.org.uk

Dear Beacon Hill Society members and friends there is a Geology Walk this Saturday 7th April meeting at Cranmore Wood car park (if spaces available). An introduction into the geology of and landscape to the east of Cranmore Wood. Please contact the Society Secretary if you’d like to attend. Bo Walsh – bo.walsh@mendip.gov.uk or bo_walsh@yahoo.co.uk