Usk Conservation and Environmental Group

Usk Conservation and Environmental Group was formed as a result of an urban ecology study of Maryport Street Usk.  Part of the study asked local residents if there was room for a new general conservation group in the town.  The result was a resounding "Yes!"

What do we do?

The group runs a wide variety of activities, all related to environmental issues both local and global.  Practical projects include the establishment of a new wildflower meadow, clearing the old railway to create a walking and cycling route, and planting a new 1 acre area of woodland.  The group also runs weekly walks, and talks during the winter with visiting speakers on a wide range of subjects.  More recently UCEG has organised weekend breaks to other areas.  Please use the links on this page to find out more about our activities.

2008 was another great year for the UCEG.  The events and activities that we organise have been very well supported.  During 2009 we will continue our support for Usk in Bloom, helping to ensure that the conservation element required by the competition will be fulfilled.  In 2008 we won numerous awards for our contribution to conservation and the environment, including Biffaward, Volunteer Achievement Award and Keep Wales Tidy Award.  This year (2009) we are hoping to organise a children's photographic competition along the rail track in spring.  We are always open to ideas for new projects, please contact us if you have a burning idea to which we could contribute! 

Contact Graham Harris 01873 852108 or Martyn Evans 01291 673804

Email Graham here

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