A ‘mysterious’ clearing has been discovered at a nature reserve near Netherfield.
Volunteers for the Gedling Conservation Trust discovered the recently cleared area at Netherfield Lagoons – a site that they manage off Teal Close.
The site is renowned for being home to rare birds and wildlife and is a popular attraction for local nature lovers.
The clearing was discovered on Friday (March 5).
A spokesman for Gedling Conservation Trust said: “It seems that not all visitors to the Netherfield Lagoons are there to enjoy the wildlife.
“A mysterious clearing was discovered in a hidden corner of the lagoons site and has been identified and registered by local police.
“Tools discovered have been removed and it seems that plans were afoot to grow a crop of something away from the public eye.
“Among the issues raised [with police] is that the area is a designated nature reserve and disturbance of its wildlife and habitats is contrary to its purpose and objectives.”
Police are investigating.
You can support the work of volunteers at the Lagoons by making a donation to Gedling Conservation Trust. More details can be found at their website: https://www.gedlingconservationtrust.org/
