Northwich Community Woodlands
The Northwich Community Woodlands covers an area of 374ha, of which 221ha has been created by regenerating derelict land mainly resulting from the salt dependent chemical industry over the past 150 years. The remaining area of 153ha comprises a restored landfill, owned by Cheshire County Council, and land owned by the Forestry Commission.
The long-term goal for the Northwich Community Woodlands is that they will make an effective contribution towards the social and economic renaissance of Northwich and consequently the Northwest.
Developing the Northwich Community Woodlands, from derelict land, has made a significant improvement to the visual image, aesthetics and public safety, of the area. The legacy of derelict land arising from the salt dependent chemical industry, has been successfully tackled. The community woodlands contribute towards making Northwich a better place to live, work, investment into the area and visit.
Anderton Boat Lift, Lion Salt Works and Marbury Country Park are tourist destinations linked, by the infrastructure of the Northwich Community Woodlands, to Northwich Town Centre. The Northwich Community Woodlands will continue to be used by the general public for recreational activities, and to become a high quality, desirable visitor destination.
About Northwich Community Woodlands
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