Community Updates
SWAT has secured a 24/7 Public Access Defibrillator near Lainshaw Woods. Find out more here.
Woodland Management
Recent work sessions have involved:
- clearing up fallen trees and unblocking drainage channels in Lainshaw Woods
- maintaining tree planting sites
Please get in touch if you would be interested in getting involved in future SWAT activities.
Fundraising
Some SWAT 2024 calendars (20th Anniversary edition) are still available, priced £6.00. You can order them on SWAT’s Facebook page to be delivered to your door (local delivery within the Stewarton area only). Special thanks to all of our calendar sponsors. The March 2024 page of the calendar is sponsored by Blair Garage, Rigg Street, Stewarton.
Background
Stewarton Woodlands Action Trust is a voluntary environmental group, formed in 2004, that is made up of people from in and around Stewarton in East Ayrshire, Scotland.
Our Aims
The charity’s purposes are:
- To conserve, regenerate and promote the restoration of predominantly native woodlands in the geographical area of Stewarton as an important part of Scotland’s native environment for the benefit of the public.
- To advance education for the public benefit concerning the natural environment of the area of Stewarton.
Restoration of Native Woodlands
- Planting of appropriate trees, flowering plants and other vegetation to help maintain and improve biodiversity
- Helping to manage non-native, invasive plant species (NNIS) and prevent their spread
Education
- Promoting awareness of the natural environment in and around Stewarton through the maintenance of a Nature Walk in Lainshaw Woods, publication of relevant information online, and delivery of presentations to local groups and organisations.
If you are local to the Stewarton area and want to get involved, or learn more about our activities, please contact us.