Putting the wood in Albany Wood
These guides gradually being updated bring together simple, practical ideas to help Albany Wood move toward a healthier, greener, and more natural countryside setting—in ways that also make sense for residents and long-term cost efficient estate management.
This guide is about helping Albany Wood become a place where nature, people, and wildlife thrive as one. It explores how better management of: Meadows and grass areas Trees, Hedgerows, and shrubs, Ponds and wet areas and keeping them safe. How we can support wildlife, improve the look and feel of the estate, and create a richer environment for children to learn about nature close to home.
Many natural features were present here before the development existed. This set of guides look at how, with small and sensible changes, we can: Encourage birds, bats, butterflies, and hedgehogs Restore lost greenery and seasonal interest Create spaces that feel more like countryside than housing and Urban estate. (more guide to be uploaded..)

The country is right next door
Albany Wood Residents believe the proximity to the countryside is what sets Albany Wood apart. Many strive to enhance and preserve this unique advantage for all residents to enjoy.

Residents forum activities
The Albany Wood Residents Social FB Forum organises and supports a range of activities and initiatives to enhance the social environment of our estate. Here in the infoWeb we also look to resident helping to improve the look and feel of Albany Wood estate...

Working together for a greener Albany Wood
"Putting the Wood back into Albany Wood"! By working together, with groups like the Woodlland Trust we can create a healthier, greener, and more beautiful environment for everyone.