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From: Christopher Nunn Sent: 28 April 2015 11:45To: David TerryCc: Tanya Hayman; Malcolm Lowe; Katherine Mead; Nicole Batten-Evatt; Mike FunnellSubject: ACG input into 10-year PlanAttachments: ACG submission for 10year Management Plan.pdf

Hi David, As discussed some time ago, we’ve been sitting down and committing to paper our thoughts on the 10 year plan for East Court/Ashplats Wood, which is now attached. I understand that Mike Funnel has already had some discussions with Kate Ryland. We are of course available to discuss our submission, or anything else, with her during the process. Best Regards Chris Nunn Secretary, Ashplats Conservation Group www.ashplats.org

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From: Christopher Nunn Sent: 25 February 2015 17:34To: David TerryCc: Mick Manning; Julie HoldenSubject: Draft Terms of Reference

Hi David, Herewith EGWML comments on the document tabled on the 18th:

The document needs to be clear about what is meant when referring to places.The terms “East Court”, “East Court Estate”, “East Court Recreational Area" or “the Estate” need to rationalised and are probably best explained by reference to the Title Plan in the Lease. I assume the remit covers the football pitches?

We should emotive words and phrases such as “strategic development” of the estate I am please to see in the 3rd bullet point of “Management Aims for East Court Estate” the phrase

“To protect and enhance…” This is most important The structure of the DTOR needs sorting out, with sections such as “Structure of the Steering

Committee” needing to be moved. The Title of the Steering Committee needs to better reflect its purpose, but EGWML would not like

the acronym “SANG” in the title We would encourage Minutes of the Steering Meeting to be placed on the MSDC website after

approval.

Regards Chris Nunn East Grinstead War Memorial Ltd

www.egwml.co.uk

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From: Christopher Nunn Sent: 13 February 2015 11:32To: David TerryCc: Mick ManningSubject: East Court Steering Meeting

Hi David, I tried to call you but ended up leaving a message. Thinking about next weeks Steering Committee agenda my thoughts include: 1. Update on the design and installation of the SANGS circular footpath and associated landscape furniture 2. How will MSDC be updating the Management Plan? I’ve heard that you are talking to Kate Ryland of Dolphin Ecological Surveys who has done some work for you before. We need to be confident about her credentials and understand cost, timescale and her modus operandi, including interactions with Ashplats Conservation Group. 3. How is the “Waggs Pond” project going to dovetail with other plans? Should MSDC take over project management (with EGWML footing the bill?) 3. What mechanisms are going to be used to achieve transparency with SANGS money coming in, and expenditure going out? Regards Chris Nunn East Grinstead War Memorial Ltd

www.egwml.co.uk

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From: Tanya Hayman Sent: 26 February 2015 22:44To: David TerrySubject: Fencing around East Court

Hi I have given your name to a client of mine He lives backing onto the grounds of East Court There is problem with the youths and fencing, land slipping I told him to call the switchboard and ask for you directly and to give my name, saying that I said to call and speak with you directly Hope this is ok It is an on going problem One that needs sorting properly, once and for all rather than patching up Tanya Chairman of Ashplats conservation group Sent from my iPad

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From: Christopher Nunn Sent: 14 April 2015 11:34To: David TerryCc: Tanya Hayman; Mike Funnell; Katherine Mead; Nicole Batten-EvattSubject: Fwd: East Court Lake - GCN's

FYI Begin forwarded message: From: Allan Tyler Subject: Fwd: East Court Lake Date: 14 April 2015 10:48:51 BST To: Message for information, promised allan -----Original Message----- From: Barry Kemp To: Allan Tyler Sent: Mon, 13 Apr 2015 9:41 Subject: East Court Lake

Hello Allan, I hope you are well. Just to keep you in the picture, on Saturday/Sunday we undertook the second of the surveys at East Court. We had 8 Great crested newts in the bottle traps. It is still relatively early in the season so we have probably not yet reached the peak period. It may be worth letting your contact art MSDC know as the presence of GCN is likely to have implications for the proposed SANGS. I'll keep you informed as things progress, Regards, Barry Barry Kemp Conservation Limited

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From: Allan Tyler Sent: 14 April 2015 10:55To: David Terry; [email protected]: Fwd: East Court Lake

David and Douglas, Latest e-mail from Barry Kemp for your information. I have resigned from Council of Management of War Memorial Company and am looking for some one else to take over. If I cannot, I shall continue from outside the CoM Allan -----Original Message----- From: Barry Kemp To: Allan Tyler Sent: Mon, 13 Apr 2015 9:41 Subject: East Court Lake

Hello Allan, I hope you are well. Just to keep you in the picture, on Saturday/Sunday we undertook the second of the surveys at East Court. We had 8 Great crested newts in the bottle traps. It is still relatively early in the season so we have probably not yet reached the peak period. It may be worth letting your contact art MSDC know as the presence of GCN is likely to have implications for the proposed SANGS. I'll keep you informed as things progress, Regards, Barry Barry Kemp Conservation Limited

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From: Tanya Hayman Sent: 23 March 2015 21:20To: David TerrySubject: Fwd: Rubbish collection - March 22nd

Subject: Fwd: Rubbish collection - March 22nd

Hi David This is the rubbish that our youngest volunteer James (age 16) arranged under our guidance We provided backup, litter pickers, bags (MSDC), hot drinks and the usual homemade cakes 13 volunteers, some traveling as far from Hampshire and Camberley Afterwards they went and Geo cache in the woods I believe there are 15 boxes in the woods I am very proud of him Didn't he do well Tanya

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From: Tanya Hayman Sent: 25 February 2015 22:38To: David TerrySubject: Kids day in Ashplats Woods

Hi David As far as Chris is concerned all that is needed is a form filled and they are good to go I do have major concerns with the campfire, site setting -on the wild flower meadow. It should be on the glade. And are they going to drive all over the meadow? Den building could mean wood left that could be set alight by older younger people - youths which we do have a lot of problems with in the past I think you need to take over from your end Sorry This is what happens when family are ill and you are not available The idea is good but no one is looking at the bigger picture, projecting ahead and protecting the woods Please keep me informed Thank you Tanya Sent from my iPad

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From: Christopher Nunn Sent: 10 March 2015 11:11To: David TerryCc: Tanya HaymanSubject: Mowing of the Holtye Track

Hi David, For the last few years, EGWML have arranged for the Holtye Track from the Holtye Rd to the entrance to Ashplats Wood to be mown twice a year. This has kept the path nice and open, which has allowed it to dry out more. It has been a real benefit to those of us who walk it every day and also keeps the track open for vehicular access (the only such access to the north of the streams). No doubt the continuation or otherwise of this practice will be considered in the new Management Plan, but can I suggest that at least until a decision is made, MSDC arrange to have it cut twice this year (June and September?). The padlock on the 5-bar gate is a standard MSDC one, which no doubt your guys have keys for already? Regards

Chris Nunn Secretary, Ashplats Conservation Group www.ashplats.org


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From: Christopher Nunn Sent: 10 May 2015 19:48To: Alison PriceCc: Tanya Hayman; David Terry; Dick JacksonSubject: Neighbours felling tree?

Importance: High

Hi Alison, I was away on holiday last week and came back to find that a (Cherry?) tree along the Holtye Track has been felled (see photo). I know there were some strong winds at the beginning of last week, but I can’t see any signs of breakage. On the face of it this would appear to be someone cutting down a tree to improve their view. I understand that there is a blanket TPO on all trees with a diameter of more than 6” along the Holtye Track and so this would seem to be felling a tree that is TPO protected as the main limb is about 12” diameter. Unless I’m missing something, I urge you to treat this very seriously. Regards Chris Nunn Secretary, Ashplats Conservation Group www.ashplats.org


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From: Christopher Nunn Sent: 20 July 2015 10:58To: David TerryCc: Tanya Hayman; Mark FisherSubject: Outstanding matters - Ashplats Wood

Dear David, I’m writing to you this morning with my East Grinstead War Memorial hat on. Although Asphalts Conservation Group are independent of EGWML, they are to a large extent our “eyes and ears”, and we rely on them to let you know of, and resolve through discussion, any issues within Ashplats Wood and East Court, that need addressing. I refer, as an example, to 4 emails that have been sent to your department where as yet ACG hasn’t had any acknowledgement or response: 10/3/15 From myself, “Mowing of the Holtye Track" 10/4/15 From myself, “Resident Tree Planting” 10/4/15 From myself, “Neighbours Felling trees” 4/7/15 From myself, “Ashplats Wood - 44 Pegasus Way” - with particular reference to the boundary issues as opposed to the tree felling I understand that Tanya Hayman, ACG Chairman, has also raised a number of issues which haven’t been acknowledged either. EGWML was given to understand David that under the new lease arrangements we could expect a much better response on issues affecting the management of the Estate than in the past. To be quite frank, not even acknowledging emails highlighting issues such as this, is not what we expected. I invite your comments. Regards

Chris Nunn Chairman East Grinstead War Memorial Ltd

www.egwml.co.uk

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From: Tanya Hayman Sent: 20 July 2015 14:16To: Dick Jackson; David TerryCc: Julie Holden; Irene Fletcher; Christopher NunnSubject: Planning application DM/15/2608

Hi All As landowners, why was East Grinstead War Memorial Ltd not informed of the planning application? Was the tenant? This is a large Oak tree which is on the veteran tree register. It is one of a group of large Oak trees that are part of a former field boundary. It is on the SANGS boundary. Apart from a TPO which it does have, what other protection will protect all these trees along this boundary from the builders and now home owners? I thought after 13 Surrey View and all the problems that were encountered, you would of learnt your lesson. Sadly not. I expect as tenant you will object to any cutting of either T1 and G1. Remember you passed the plans to allow houses to be built this close to all the trees that have TPO 's on, which must protect the trees. Say NO. These houses are not 5 years old. Trees do not grow that fast. I met and walked the builders before they started building - my words to them were 'do not build too close to these trees' These trees are on the gateway to our ancient woods, which has lots of wildlife. Some of which are protected. Dormouse, bats, birds, butterflies. Tanya Hayman Director of East Grinstead War Memorial Ltd Chairman of Ashplats conservation group Tree warden for East Court estate and Ashplats Woods Sent from my iPad

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From: Tanya Hayman Sent: 04 July 2015 19:00To: Christopher NunnCc: Dick Jackson; David TerrySubject: Re: Ashplats Wood - Pegasus Way

Hi Chris Thank you for these details I totally agree with you These home owners need to be set as an example to everyone else Otherwise the new lease is a joke and when (not if) the opposition gets to find out It is more fire for them at the AGM Come on MSDC please do something about this and protect our land/woods You have the lease start protecting it. Otherwise you will be in breach of your lease and the opposition will demand the closure of this 125 year lease Tanya Sent from my iPad On 4 Jul 2015, at 10:28, Christopher Nunn wrote:

I now have more information about this incident (see below) which seems quite significant (and on-going). I urge MSDC to follow up on both the tree-felling and boundary issues and between us we should give the incident wide publicity to set an example to others. Chris Nunn Secretary, Ashplats Conservation Group www.ashplats.org


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Reply-To: Gillian Filtness I see that once again the resident of Pegasus Way is cutting down and pruning trees in Ashplats Wood at the rear of his property. Madgwick Tree Surgeons were removing a very large tree on Friday 3rd July. The area of wood behind his house has already been virtually cleared and his garden encroaches well into the wood. Am I to assume that it is acceptable for everyone who has a house which borders the wood to enter the wood and cut down trees as they like and also move their borders to include parts of the wood within their gardens? I was under the impression that this was a protected wood. This has happened on many occasions in the past with this resident and I just wondered why this is being allowed to happen yet again. Thank you Kind regards G. Filtness East Grinstead

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From: David TerrySent: 08 July 2015 17:08To:Cc: Nicole Batten-EvattSubject: RE: East Court Ashplats sign

Hi Chris I note what you say about using the track, but the route has been based specific advice about newt habitat. The paths you mention will need to be considered for improvement due to the normal wear a tear its getting. Although we are going to have this route specifically way marked, it may be that we also consider have other routes way marked based on specific interest. Improvements of the path network will be included into the management plan so there will be opportunities to discuss options at future steering meetings. The intention now is to go ahead with this route and consider the whole path network within the context of the management plan. I will keep a note of all the comments put forward about the network for consideration for the plan and future steering meetings. Kind regards David Terry MHort (RHS) DMS Landscape Contracts Manager Landscapes Business Unit +44 (0)1444 477439 [email protected] www.midsussex.gov.uk Working Together for a Better Mid Sussex

From: Nicole Batten-Evatt Sent: 08 July 2015 12:41 To: David Terry Subject: FW: East Court Ashplats sign Importance: High

Could you reply to Chris please? Nicole Batten‐Evatt CMLI Landscape Officer Landscapes Tel: 01444 477485 nicole.batten‐[email protected] www.midsussex.gov.uk Working together for a better Mid Sussex

From: Christopher Nunn Sent: 08 July 2015 12:29 To: Nicole Batten-Evatt Cc: Tanya Hayman; Mike Funnell

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Subject: Re: East Court Ashplats sign Importance: High Hi Nicole, As I said on Monday, I have my concerns about the proposed route, and talking to Kate Ryland recently, she builds a strong argument for using Chestnut Walk and Hollies instead of the Main Track. Re the draft design for the sign: 1. I’m happy for you to use the ACG and EGWML logos. Can you add below them please the web addresses www.ashplats.org and www.egwml.co.uk 2. Your plan shows a small piece of “open space” in the woodland to the NE of Beech Walk. I suggest you remove this in case people go tramping to find it 3. I note that you’ve left the Holtye Track uncoloured. It is a major green route into the wood and should be ‘greened' I feel so people can recognise it 4. I appreciate that you don’t want to clutter the A1 sign up, but can I suggest you show what the new waypost looks like somewhere in the top LH corner, so people know what to look for (they might get confused with the brownies brass rubbing posts. Chris

On 7 Jul 2015, at 15:15, Nicole Batten‐Evatt <nicole.batten‐[email protected]> wrote:

Hi, We’re looking going to be installing waymarker posts along the new route so people can navigate their way around easily. They’ll be oak with green arrows to match the green of the other signs we have in the woods. We’ll also install another A1 timber framed lectern style sign much like the previous ones, but this one will have the new route marked on and will have a bit more information about East Court. Some of the information will duplicate what is on the existing signs (both ours and the ones on East Court Terrace) but they are designed to be ready alone as the new route does not actually pass any of these other signs. Artwork is attached, please could you advise if you are happy for the ACG and AGWML logos to be included? Many thanks, Nicole Batten‐Evatt CMLI Landscape Officer Landscapes Tel: 01444 477485 nicole.batten‐[email protected] www.midsussex.gov.uk Working together for a better Mid Sussex

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From: Christopher Nunn Sent: 18 January 2015 15:30To: David TerrySubject: Re: East Court Estate Steering Group

Hi David, I’ve spoken to Mick Manning about this, and we believe that it would be best to keep the Steering Group to that agreed in the Lease, at least to start with. Clearly ACG need to be kept on board, and in fact are looking forward to having an agreed management plan that they can dovetail their activities to. How we best use their knowledge and ensure their activities are coordinated is something we can discuss at the Steering Meeting. Regards Chris Nunn East Grinstead War Memorial Ltd

www.egwml.co.uk

On 6 Jan 2015, at 10:59, David Terry <[email protected]> wrote: Hi Chris The thinking for including ACG onto the Steering Group is to bring them into the overall management umbrella of the estate and the concept of the SANG. There have been some instances whereby ACG have acted without consultation to MSDC or EGWM ltd, which hasn’t necessarily been an accurate representation. On the occasions when this happened it tended to be due to incomplete information about an aspect of the site management. We could include them within the Steering Group structure as non‐voting members and interpret the clause as referring to the members of the group with voting rights. What do you think? Kind regards David Terry MHort (RHS) DMS Landscape Contracts Manager Landscapes Business Unit +44 (0)1444 477439 [email protected] www.midsussex.gov.uk Working Together for a Better Mid Sussex

From: Christopher Nunn Sent: 05 January 2015 17:34 To: David Terry Cc: Mick Manning; Philip Baker; Philip Baker > Subject: Re: East Court Estate Steering Group

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Hi David, The lease (6.4) says 2 from EGWML, 2 from MSDC and 2 from EGTC so I don’t think anyone from ACG should be there? I will personally though make sure that ACG is represented through EGWML. Hope this helps. Chris

On 24 Dec 2014, at 08:41, David Terry <[email protected] > wrote: Hi Chris I know Jennifer has been contact regarding suitable dates for the inaugural meeting of the Steering Group, but I note we haven’t got two delegates from ACG. Can you confirm the names of the representatives from ACG to sit on the group please? I’ll ensure they are added to the invitees for the first meeting. Wishing you all a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. David Terry MHort (RHS) DMS Landscape Contracts Manager Landscapes Business Unit +44 (0)1444 477439 [email protected] www.midsussex.gov.uk Working Together for a Better Mid Sussex

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From: Christopher Nunn Sent: 09 December 2014 17:42To: Allan TylerCc: David Terry; Funnell; Philip Baker; Tanya HaymanSubject: Re: East Court pond - meeting 21 November

Hi Alan, Sounds like a useful meeting and it’s good to see that the two projects are becoming integrated. Can I suggest that as part of this project we give “the pond” a name to create more of an identity. You are aware that we’ve already named the ponds in Ashplats Wood “Cranston”, “Lancaster”, “Sunken”, “Scouts”, “Hoskins" and “Alfreds” Perhaps this one ought to be “Waggs Pond”? Chris Nunn

On 21 Nov 2014, at 17:34, Allan Tyler wrote: Barry I expected to see you at the meeting with David Terry this morning. However, Douglas and I were there and we sorted matters out as follows. David Terry explained to us the route of the proposed SANG footpath and how it fitted in with what we are proposing for the path around the pond. MSDC will make the path of brick down the Yew Walk and re-instate the steps (which he feels are in a fairly good state of repair). He will take undergrowth away from either side of the steps. The SANG path will turn left at the bottom of the steps and go past the disused paddling pool to join the road near the entrance to the children's playground. This leaves our proposed path around the pond to deal with as per Douglas's plans. David Terry is quite happy with our plan to clear undergrowth and trees indicated to give a view of the pond to the mansion and the pond from the mansion, as well as all under undergrowth around the pond. It appears that the bank adjacent to the Sussex Boundary path might be unstable and might not be suitable for a path. This leaves 2 alternatives: 1. to provide a timber broad walk raised off the ground or 2. to provide a revetment to the bank of the pond at that point to hold the bank back and then put in a path. It was also agreed that we need to provide a surfaced path to the car park or children's playground parallel to the border path. Douglas will specify the surface to the pond path to be compatible withy the SANG path materials. I would like to see all the surface cleared of brambles, undergrowth, etc to be

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over grass of ground cover plants. I you provide a management plan for the pond area, David Terry will incorporate in the plan for the whole SANG. You are cleared to start clearing undergrowth, etc. so that you can make investigations for GCN, bats and dormice. You can also fell trees identified by Arborweald, when their report on the trees is published. I have an interim report if you wish to see it. If you have to make a planning application for this, David Terry, on behalf of management, will support the application. This also applies if we have to have a licence from English Nature. Do not hesitate to contact me if you require further information or assistance. A.Tyler Director, on Behalf of East Grinstead War Memorial Ltd.

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From: David TerrySent: 20 July 2015 16:06To: 'Christopher Nunn'Cc: Tanya Hayman; Mark FisherSubject: RE: Outstanding matters - Ashplats Wood

Dear Chris Please accept my apologies for not replying to these emails. I had made an assumption that you were merely informing us of an operational issue that would be dealt with internally as managers of the site. I will endeavour to ensure that you receive an acknowledgement for all future emails. In respect to the emails highlighted I will liaise with my colleagues about these topics and email separately before the end of this week. Yours sincerely David Terry MHort (RHS) DMS Landscape Contracts Manager Landscapes Business Unit +44 (0)1444 477439 [email protected] www.midsussex.gov.uk Working Together for a Better Mid Sussex

From: Christopher Nunn Sent: 20 July 2015 10:58 To: David Terry Cc: Tanya Hayman; Mark Fisher Subject: Outstanding matters - Ashplats Wood Dear David, I’m writing to you this morning with my East Grinstead War Memorial hat on. Although Asphalts Conservation Group are independent of EGWML, they are to a large extent our “eyes and ears”, and we rely on them to let you know of, and resolve through discussion, any issues within Ashplats Wood and East Court, that need addressing. I refer, as an example, to 4 emails that have been sent to your department where as yet ACG hasn’t had any acknowledgement or response: 10/3/15 From myself, “Mowing of the Holtye Track" 10/4/15 From myself, “Resident Tree Planting” 10/4/15 From myself, “Neighbours Felling trees” 4/7/15 From myself, “Ashplats Wood - 44 Pegasus Way” - with particular reference to the boundary issues as opposed to the tree felling I understand that Tanya Hayman, ACG Chairman, has also raised a number of issues which haven’t been acknowledged either.

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EGWML was given to understand David that under the new lease arrangements we could expect a much better response on issues affecting the management of the Estate than in the past. To be quite frank, not even acknowledging emails highlighting issues such as this, is not what we expected. I invite your comments. Regards

Chris Nunn Chairman East Grinstead War Memorial Ltd

www.egwml.co.uk

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From: Christopher Nunn Sent: 31 March 2015 15:39To: Peter ReedCc: Tanya Hayman; Mike Funnell; Alison Price; Dick Jackson; David Terry; nicole battenSubject: Re: Trees

I took a wander down there with Freddie. Met the guy from County Tree Surgeons who said he had been called out by the Council. A mature Ash had indeed blown down, smashing the Barratts post and rail fence and going right across the Barratts road. CTS told me they had been accosted by a very angry woman (from Fulmar Drive/) who was quite abusive and would not listen. CTS apparently borrowed a JCB from Barratts (presumably the tree was hung up and they used it to manoeuvre it from the windward side?). In doing so they have made some pretty big ruts along the Holtye Track which I will ask MSDC (by copy of this email) to repair please. Two points arising from this: 1. Why are MSDC doing this? I know they have a duty of care, but this (as far as I can ascertain) was a Barratts tree, which fell on Barratts land. I hope they forward the bill to them. 2. The guys from CTS said that in his opinion a number of other mature trees were primed to fall along this boundary, so we can expect more of the same. You will recall that we predicted this when Barratts were given permission to remove the protective line of conifers, exposing the ancient woodland to the full force of the wind. Chris Nunn Secretary, Ashplats Conservation Group www.ashplats.org


On 31 Mar 2015, at 15:08, Peter Reed wrote: Hi Chris, I spoke to Nicole at MSDC, I think she's part of ACG, anyway, she said a tree came down this morning and is being removed. Really hope that's it!?

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Best wishes, Peter On 31/03/2015 14:23, Chris Nunn wrote: No, I don't know what this is about. Maybe the start of putting in the new circular footpath? Let me know what you find out Chris Nunn

Sent from my iPad On 31 Mar 2015, at 13:55, Peter Reed wrote: Hi Chris, I've just been confronted by an angry neighbour complaining about a JCB in the wood, clearing all the trees. Of course she blamed MSDC as we've "taken over from the War Memorial Co." I'm sure that there is a logical explanation but before I get on to MSDC, do you have the answer? I've started canvassing so I'll be round to see you some time. Best wishes, Peter

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From: David TerrySent: 20 July 2015 14:14To: 'Christopher Nunn'Subject: RE: Yew Hedge at East Court

Hi Chris The hedge works will be an ongoing project that will take a little time to complete. I think the conservation aspect is renovation and rejuvenating a historic feature of the estate. Significant pruning would normally take place mid spring, whilst it is evergreen the plant will go into a form of dormancy. It will be coming out of this dormancy during the spring, but mid spring should avoid any late frosts. Getting the invasive out will take a lot of gentle coaxing of the Yew to reveal the base of the invasive plant. Cut the stem of the invasive plant as low to the base as is possible and treat the stump with a weed killer painted over it. I would suggest placing a warning sign at either end of the operational area to alert people to the activity taking place. If you place all the arisings in one out of the way location then I’ll arrange a contractor to remove in the Monday following the activity. I’m not sure that there would be a high concentration of animal waste, but it is a possibility that there will be some. I would suggest that gloves are a must and you have a water container close by with a hand wash in case a person does get something on them. Perhaps consider having spare gloves available in the event that they inadvertently be soiled. Any bagged waste can be left with the green waste for collection. Hope this helps. Kind regards David Terry MHort (RHS) DMS Landscape Contracts Manager Landscapes Business Unit +44 (0)1444 477439 [email protected] www.midsussex.gov.uk Working Together for a Better Mid Sussex

From: Christopher Nunn Sent: 17 July 2015 16:39 To: David Terry Cc: Tanya Hayman Subject: Yew Hedge at East Court Hi David, We discussed the issue of the Yew Hedge at our Committee meeting this week. To be frank, the Group were not very enthusiastic about it, seeing it more as a big gardening job, rather than conservation. Perhaps when you’ve got some sort of method statement we could consider again? Particular questions were: - what time of year is appropriate?

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- how can you get to the ‘invasives’? - how do you remove/kill the invasives? - how do you deal with the area being open to the public on what is likely to be a very long project (if done by ACG)? - what happens to the waste? - will the hedge recover from very hard pruning? - is this likely to be an area of high concentration of dog pee and poo? Best Regards



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From: Christopher Nunn Sent: 10 April 2015 11:27To: Alison PriceCc: Tanya Hayman; David TerrySubject: Resident tree planting on the Holtye Track

Hi Alison, There has been a long-running saga where who lives in Fulmar Drive and whose garden backs on to the Holtye Track, has been asking East Grinstead War Memorial Ltd for permission to plant trees on EGWML land behind her garden. This request was denied on the basis that it would create an unwelcome precedent, and with the suggestion that she plant trees in her own garden if indeed she wanted to look out on to trees. I noticed today when passing that 4 saplings have now appeared on the Holtye Track (see photo) at the end of what I assume is her garden. I don’t know what species they are. Perhaps she’s decided that now that the Track is let by EGWML to MSDC that she can do what she wants? I appreciate that these things are a pain in the backside, but the manner in which MSDC is managing East Court & Ashplats will be under intense scrutiny by the new protagonists within EGWML and it would be excellent to point to an example where MSDC is taking a strong stand under the new lease. If I can be of any further help on this matter, please let me know.



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