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Friends of the Countess of Chester Country Park @friendscoccp.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

We are very proud to have our 9th Green Flag, thanks to all of those in the photograph and many more.

Friends of the Countess of Chester Country Park @friendscoccp.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

@tcvnational.bsky.social volunteers do an amazing job of making #CountessofChesterCountryPark the wonderful place that it is. If you see them in the park on a Friday morning, please give them a thanks. @shitchester.bsky.social @skintchester.bsky.social @cwpnhs.bsky.social

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Friends of the Countess of Chester Country Park @friendscoccp.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

#CountessParkCome has a trail for everyone! Join us on Tuesday 28th July, 6.30 and 8.00pm and try one. . We will be at the #FreindlyBench with a selection of leaflets and advice. @shitchester.bsky.social @wearechester.bsky.social @cwpnhs.bsky.social @cwva.bsky.social @socheshire.bsky.social

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Friends of the Countess of Chester Country Park @friendscoccp.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

Congratulations to Chester parkrun on celebrating their 10th Anniversary. Every week a large number of our local community volunteer to make parkrun happen for the hundreds of participants who regularly take part. Thank you to each and every one of you.

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Chester Zoo Science @chesterzoosci.bsky.social · 19/05/2026

If you are fortunate enough to be attending the #ChelseaFlowerShow over the next few days, drop by the Missing Collector Garden. Created by @plantheritage.bsky.social, it is designed to inspire the next generation of National Plant Collection Holders. And, soon, it's coming to Chester Zoo!

An artists impression/plan of a garden. It is set in a small plot and features UK trees and ground-grown plants.

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Stuart Robinson @stuartrobphoto.bsky.social · 11/05/2026

Come and join the Dee Trust team for a fun, free and informative evening, highlighting the challenges facing the #RiverDee and the work being done by the charity to reverse its decline.

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The Conservation Volunteers @tcvnational.bsky.social · 08/05/2026

Sir David Attenborough has spent his life helping us notice, love & protect the natural world. For his 100th birthday we’re coming together with 8 other charities to invite you to do something simple for nature where you live by joining #TheBigHelpOut on 5-8 June. Find out more at: www.thebigdo.com

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Stuart Robinson @stuartrobphoto.bsky.social · 30/04/2026

A walk through @nationaltrust.org.uk Bodnant Garden, surrounded by wild garlic. #garden #northwales #wales

A winding path through tall trees. The edges for the path are lined with small white flowers.

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Jill Houlbrook @jilly3.bsky.social · 26/04/2026

We did not actually see, but heard some, bats with @friendscoccp.bsky.social this evening. It was fun anyway. Thank you @recordlrc.bsky.social

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Chester Zoo Science @chesterzoosci.bsky.social · 23/03/2026

It isn't unusual for species to make use of human additions to their habitats. Small animals often make unexpected (but welcome) use of equipment designed to support nature regeneration. What a wonderful illustration of how a boost to plant biodiversity can benefit animals! 🌳 2/2 🐁

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Friends of the Countess of Chester Country Park @friendscoccp.bsky.social · 19/03/2026

We hope to see lots of you tomorrow at this very relevant talk at the Friendly Bench. Please share.

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The Green Team @greenteamedin.bsky.social · 04/03/2026

Check out this exciting opportunity with our friends at @tcvnational.bsky.social 🙂 More info here www2.tcv.org.uk/cgi-bin/jobs...

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Friends of the Countess of Chester Country Park @friendscoccp.bsky.social · 04/03/2026

If you would like to join @tcvnational.bsky.social and take part in this exciting conservation project to plant a new hedge along a section of the Shropshire Union Canal in Blacon, Chester, please check out the poster below. @cprecountryside.bsky.social hope to plant 50% more hedgerow by 2050

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Chester Zoo Science @chesterzoosci.bsky.social · 20/01/2026

UK hedgehogs are now classified as Vulnerable (IUCN Red List), but there is good news: gardens can provide them with vital habitats! 🦔 Take a sneak peek into the secret life of the urban hedgehog, revealed by a major camera study supported by Chester Zoo: www.chesterzoo.org/news/garden-... 🧪🌍

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The secret world of hedgehogs | Chester Zoo

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Friends of the Countess of Chester Country Park @friendscoccp.bsky.social · 08/01/2026

@tcvnational.bsky.social volunteers are the people who do all the conservation work in the park. Please vote for them if you can.

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British Hedgehog Preservation Society @hedgehogsociety.bsky.social · 15/12/2025

Have you seen a #hedgehog in need of help? 📞🦔🩹 Follow these simple first aid steps & call us on 01584 890801 or your local independent hedgehog rescue as soon as possible. www.britishhedgehogs.org.uk/posters/SOS-... Don't delay - acting now can make a difference! #MondayMotivation

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Friends of the Countess of Chester Country Park @friendscoccp.bsky.social · 29/11/2025

Community Christmas 🎄 Please join us tomorrow to make a free wreath and donate food and toiletries or cash/card to the charities in the quoted post below.. @shitchester.bsky.social @skintchester.bsky.social @wearechester.bsky.social @heritagechester.bsky.social @thecountessnhs.bsky.social

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Friends of the Countess of Chester Country Park @friendscoccp.bsky.social · 23/11/2025

It was great to visit The Boat Museum to see @nickytomo.bsky.social inspirational exhibition. Brand new Ellesmere Port art work is stunning and of course #CheshireWonderfulWildlife posters are very special to us as we have them un the park @skintchester.bsky.social @shitchester.bsky.social

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Friends of the Countess of Chester Country Park @friendscoccp.bsky.social · 12/11/2025

Join us on Sun 30th November to make a free Christmas Wreath. Please bring a food donation for Blacon Beacon, Crossroads Hub & Soul Kitchen or a cash/card donation for Share. @skintchester.bsky.social @shitchester.bsky.social @heritagechester.bsky.social @wearechester.bsky.social @cwva.bsky.social

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Jill Houlbrook @jilly3.bsky.social · 11/11/2025

@friendscoccp.bsky.social #LestWeForget

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British Hedgehog Preservation Society @hedgehogsociety.bsky.social · 22/09/2025

Have you seen a #hedgehog you're worried about? 📞🦔🩹 Follow the steps on our website & call us on 01584 890801 or your local independent hedgehog rescue as soon as possible. buff.ly/2wodWgS Don't delay - acting now can make a difference! #MondayMotivation

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Heritage Chester @heritagechester.bsky.social · 10/09/2025

Your weekend plans sorted: #HeritageOpenDays kicks off this Friday! Every single event is completely FREE. Find our full line up 👉 www.heritagechester.co.uk/heritage-ope... #HeritageOpenDays #HeritageOpenDays2025 #VisitChester #VisitCheshire #FreeEvents #CommunityHeritage

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Andy Scargill @andyscargill.bsky.social · 10/09/2025

Get yourself over to Nature Fest at Chester Zoo at the weekend. The @friendscoccp.bsky.social will have a stall in the Nature Reserve on Sunday .. be sure to come and say hello to them. www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/whats-on/fam...

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Chester Zoo set to host free family festival with live music

The festival has live music and family-friendly activities

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Andy Scargill @andyscargill.bsky.social · 09/09/2025

Recommend you head over to Chester Zoo this weekend to check out Nature Fest .. and it's free! Come and say hello to the @friendscoccp.bsky.social on Sunday and find out about the Chester Wetland project and other great things happening in the #CountessofChesterCountryPark.

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Andy Scargill @andyscargill.bsky.social · 08/09/2025

Great to see these gorgeous #CheshiresWonderfulWildlife posters by @nickytomo.bsky.social in the stairwells of the @thecountessnhs.bsky.social Inspired by the @friendscoccp.bsky.social Art Trail in the #CountessofChesterCountryPark, they brighten up the blank walls and help with patient wellbeing.

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British Hedgehog Preservation Society @hedgehogsociety.bsky.social · 07/09/2025

Calling all teachers! ⏰ IT'S COMPETITION TIME ⏰ We want our younger #hedgehog fans to design a t-shirt celebrating all things #hedgehog! ✏️ 👕 🦔 Enter by Sept 20th 👇 www.britishhedgehogs.org.uk/competition-...

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Friends of the Countess of Chester Country Park @friendscoccp.bsky.social · 26/08/2025

If anyone finds a handbag in the park please could you phone Neil on 07740 899716 or email us at friends.coccp@gmail.com

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Andy Scargill @andyscargill.bsky.social · 26/08/2025

Everyone is invited to this Community Bioblitz event on Wed 27th August from 10am to 1.30 pm with @tcvnational.bsky.social and @recordlrc.bsky.social at the National Grid's Capenhurst Substation where TCV are heading up some conservation work.

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Chester Zoo Science @chesterzoosci.bsky.social · 22/08/2025

#birdoftheday: owl The Estate Biodiversity Team are celebrating a barn owl bonanza! We have three confirmed breeding pairs over a 1.5km area, with 11 chicks ringed. Four were weighed, measured and ringed today (Friday) by Jimmi, a licensed ringer from Raptor Aid, so we can ID them in future. 🌍🧪🦇

A close up picture of a barn owl chick. It is very fluffy and looks sleepy

A man in a yellow duffel coat ringing a barn owl chick. It is lying against his arm.

Four white, fluffy barn owl chicks lying quietly on grass

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Andy Scargill @andyscargill.bsky.social · 23/08/2025

And so it begins. The planning application for the Chester Wetland project has now been lodged with Cheshire West & Chester Council (they're actually the applicant, too). Check out 25/02261/FUL on the Planning Portal to find out more and comment should you wish. @shitchester.bsky.social

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Friends of the Countess of Chester Country Park @friendscoccp.bsky.social · 21/08/2025

We hope to see you this afternoon at our FREE sketch book session. Drop-in, even if only for 15mins. We provide a FREE sketchbook and drawing pencil for you to take home.

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Andy Scargill @andyscargill.bsky.social · 20/08/2025

Check out this FREE activity with @tcvnational.bsky.social & @recordlrc.bsky.social If you are into nature and really want to help find out what there is in the area, we will be there looking for butterflies, bees different plants, trees and anything else 'nature' we can spot.

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Andy Scargill @andyscargill.bsky.social · 19/08/2025

To help you be better informed about the #ChesterWetlandProject, this article is well worth a read 👇👇 cheshirelnp.co.uk/chester-wetl...

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Chester Wetland Project - Cheshire Local Nature Partnership

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Friends of the Countess of Chester Country Park @friendscoccp.bsky.social · 18/08/2025

We hope to see the far corner of the park, and beyond, transformered into a mosaic of different wetland habitats. 🦆 More wildlife 🌱 Cleaner stream water 💧 Better water management 😃 Even more places to enjoy at our park! @shitchester.bsky.social @wearechester.bsky.social @chesterzoosci.bsky.social

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Friends of the Countess of Chester Country Park @friendscoccp.bsky.social · 17/08/2025

Check out this amazing video from Prof Christian Dunn from our team talking about the plans for the #ChesterWetland project in the #CountessofChesterCountryPark (and beyond) which have just been submitted to Cheshire West & Chester Council. This will create a mosaic of different wetland habitats.

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Andy Scargill @andyscargill.bsky.social · 01/08/2025

The latest on the leak in the Shropshire Union Canal, just north of Knolls Bridge, due to the collapse of Culvert 16. The Canal & River Trust estimate it may take three months to repair. canalrivertrust.org.uk/notices/0198...

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Bridge 131, Knolles Bridge to Bridge 133, Backford Bridge

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Friends of the Countess of Chester Country Park @friendscoccp.bsky.social · 31/07/2025

Please join us tomorrow at 11.00 as we raise the 8th @keepbritaintidy.bsky.social #GreenFlag for #CountessChesterCountryPark. 💚Afterwards, pick up a Trail Leaflet from our stall and enjoy some time in the park.💚 @socheshire.bsky.social @shitchester.bsky.social @skintchester.bsky.social

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Friends of the Countess of Chester Country Park @friendscoccp.bsky.social · 27/07/2025

Join us on Friday 11am by the car park in the #CountessofChesterCountryPark as we raise our new Green Flag and celebrate the park being awarded Health Site of the Year by the Land Trust. We'll also be setting up a stall to promote the various trails in the Country Park. @greenflagaward.bsky.social

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Friends of the Countess of Chester Country Park @friendscoccp.bsky.social · 27/07/2025

Join us on the 4th August @ 7pm @ the Ranger Cabin in the #CountessofChesterCountryPark to find out what we've been up to and what our plans are for the future. Enquiries to friends.coccp@gmail.com

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Friends of the Countess of Chester Country Park @friendscoccp.bsky.social · 23/07/2025

Please check out our latest Mailchimp newsletter about park activities. If you'd like to be added to the secure database you should be able to do via the link below. Failing that, contact us at friends.coccp@gmail.com and we can add you manually. mailchi.mp/d81382a9c223...

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Friends CoCCP Summer Newsletter 2025

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