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Discover Uckfield Millennium Green: A Haven for Nature and Community
Uckfield Millennium Green is your tranquil escape in the heart of Uckfield, East Sussex. Established in 2000 as part of a nationwide initiative, this community green space offers a unique blend of nature, relaxation, and local history.
Search for "Uckfield Millennium Green walks" or "Uckfield wildlife sanctuary" to find us!
Unwind and Explore:
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A Natural Escape: Unlike a formal park, Uckfield Millennium Green boasts a wilder character. Explore its natural beauty, with designated areas left to flourish for the benefit of local wildlife and wildflowers.
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A Community Hub: Owned and managed by a dedicated charitable trust, the Green serves as a hub for the Uckfield community.
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Rich in History: As a Millennium Green, it holds a special place in Uckfield's story, reflecting the spirit of community and environmental preservation at the turn of the millennium.
The Green is perfect for:
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Relaxing strolls: Immerse yourself in the tranquility of nature.
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Family outings: Enjoy a picnic lunch or a game of frisbee in the open space.
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Wildlife spotting: Look out for a variety of birds, butterflies, and other creatures that call the Green home.
Supporting the Green:
Uckfield Millennium Green is a registered charity and relies on your support to thrive. Consider volunteering your time or making a donation to help us maintain this valuable community asset.
Visit us today and experience the beauty of Uckfield Millennium Green!
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What's Going On - On The Green
27th May
Tuesday 27th May 2025
Annual General Meeting
UCKFIELD MILLENNIUM GREEN TRUST
ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING will be held on
Tuesday 27th May 2025
at
Ridgewood Village Hall, Ridgewood TN22 5TG
At 7.00 pm
Followed by Coffee/Tea and Biscuits
All are Welcome
Please note that this time differs from the time previously mentioned in the April newsletter.
The agenda for the meeting is as follows:-
Present
1. Present
2. Apologies
3. Minutes of the Last Meeting 28.5.24
4. Matters Arising
5. Consider the Adoption of the Trust’s Report 31.3.25
6. Consider the Adoption of the Trust’s Inspected Accounts 31.12.24
7. Charitable Incorporated Organisation
8. Chairman’s Report
9. Any Other Business
24 -27 June
June 24th -27th ⏤ 2025
A Midsummer Night's Dream by the Millennium Players
Tickets are available as per the poster above, please follow this link to purchase - www.ticketsource.co.uk/millennium-players
2025
March ⏤ 2025
Dates for your Diary
Mondays
Volunteers are on the Green carrying out maintenance most Mondays from 10.00am to 3.00pm. Please contact us on info@uckfieldmillenniumgreen.co.uk if you would like to join in.
Community Walk & Talk Sessions at the Millennium Green
Join us for informal "Walk & Talk" sessions at the Uckfield Millennium Green! These gatherings offer a chance to explore the Green, share ideas, and connect with fellow community members. We'll take a leisurely stroll through the Green, discussing its features, future plans, and how we can all contribute to its well-being. It's a great opportunity to enjoy the outdoors, learn more about the Green, and have your voice heard.
Mark your calendars for the following dates:
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April 12th
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June 21st
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August 16th
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October 18th
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December 6th
Additional dates may be added later in the year for tree planting initiatives. Keep an eye on this page for updates! We look forward to walking and talking with you!
Notices will be posted on the entrance gates a week before the working parties, also follow us on Facebook and Instagram”
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November 27 ⏤ 2023
Winter Will Take A Hold
The Cyclamen herald the Winter to come as the Green slowly turns to gold as that Winter will take ahold...
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May 05 ⏤ 2023
Annual General Meeting
Our Annual General Meeting will be held on Tuesday 30th May 2023 at Bridge Cottage, High Street, Uckfield TN22 1AZ
The meeting will start at 7.00pm and will be followed by Coffee/Tea and biscuits.
All are welcome to hear what has been happening on the Green over the last year, and our plans going forward.
Agenda:
1 Present
2 Apologies
3 Minutes of the Last Meeting 31.05.2022
4 Matters Arising
5 Consider the adoption of the Trust’s Report 31.03.2023
6 Consider the adoption of the Trust’s Inspected Accounts 31.03.2022
7 Chairman’s Report
8 Any other business
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May 04 ⏤ 2023
Next Work Party Saturday September 16th.
Our next working party is planned for Sat 16th September from 9.30 to 12.30.
We’ll be clearing thistles, brambles and blackthorn from the picnic and play area. For anyone interested in helping out we’ll be meeting at the Picnic Area, gloves, small forks and secateurs will be useful, but tools can also be provided on the day.
We’ll be breaking for tea and coffee at 11.00 if anyone would like to stop by for a chat.
Planned dates for other work parties through 2023 are; June 24th, August 5th, September 16th, October 28th, December 9th.
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April 17 ⏤ 2023
Here Come The Bluebells
There are patches of Bluebells in full cry around various areas of the Green.
Enchanting and iconic, bluebells are a favourite with the fairies and a sure sign spring is in full swing. The violet glow of a bluebell wood is an incredible wildflower spectacle. See them while you can, in on and around Bob's & Gordon's Walks.
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April 01⏤ 2023
Signs of Spring in Clay Pit 1.
The Wild primrose is a popular native wildflower, with pale yellow flowers. It is low growing and is highly versatile; perfect in borders, wildlife woodland areas or naturalised into grass. Likewise it is lovely under deciduous trees where it will flower in early Spring from March to May before the leaf canopy creates shade.
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January 17 ⏤ 2023
From our Facebook Page
We have taken advantage of the excavator still being on the Green to remove diseased Ash and other wind blown trees in clay pit 2 in advance of the second pond restoration later in the year. The trees will soon be chipped and laid on some of the muddier paths.
This pond is the larger of the two and with a sunnier aspect it should attract an abundance of insects such as dragonflies and damselflies.
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History
The Uckfield Millennium Green is situated on the site of clay pits dug to support the activities of the brickworks of Benjamin Ware & Sons. Brickmaking in Uckfield, and at Benjamin Ware & Sons in particular, is morefully described by Molly Beswick in Hindsight Volume 3 published by the Uckfield and District Preservation Society.
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