A GROUP of volunteers has transformed Northwich Station with new green areas.
The Friends of Northwich Station recently installed three large planters at the station, fulfilling a long-standing goal to enhance its environment.
The planters, made from pressure-treated timber and designed for durability and water conservation, were crafted by Calum Taylor from Grozone.
The project was funded by the Cheshire Community Foundation, which also supports other community projects.
The Friends of Northwich Station expressed their gratitude to Mid Cheshire Community Rail Partnership and Northern Trains Ltd for their financial and general support.
Friends chairman Simon Barber, said: "The station Friends are volunteers who give their time and energy to make our station into a more attractive and welcoming gateway to the town, and a more interesting place to wait for a train.
"I am delighted that, with a lot of support from local bodies, we have been able to transform the appearance of the station."
The Northwich Rotary club also played a significant role, contributing funds and manpower to the project.
Two Rotarians, who are part of the Friends group, regularly participate in litter-picking activities to keep the station clean.
Another Rotarian, Rupert Adams, offered advice on a planting scheme that would be attractive to both human visitors and pollinators like butterflies.
Northwich Town Council also played a crucial role in the project's success.
Cllr Andy Kent, who represents the town council in the Mid Cheshire Rail Users Partnership, worked closely with officers to ensure the project's timely completion for summer.
In Northwich, the council is committed to supporting biodiversity, working closely with the charity Butterfly Conservation and Northwich BID.
The station's new green areas will complement other nature-friendly spaces across the town, involving more than 20 local primary and special schools.
The town's summer planting and floral routes for insects will be boosted, with wildflower areas in places like Verdin Park and the cemetery.
The aim is to create a more vibrant environment for residents and a habitat and food source for wildlife.
The Friends of Northwich Station's recent efforts are part of a broader initiative to make the town more appealing and nature-friendly.
With the new green spaces at the station, locals and visitors can look forward to a more vibrant and attractive environment.
The planters, designed to attract butterflies and other pollinators, will also contribute to the town's biodiversity.
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