Purchase of field aims to expand 'green lung'
It is hoped the prospective sale provides a haven for wildlife in an urban area.
Conservationists in Jersey are set to purchase a field to broaden a "green lung" in one of the island's most densely developed parishes, according to the National Trust for Jersey. The organization has secured the rights to acquire the land near Maupertuis Farm in St Clement and anticipates finalizing the purchase soon. A "green lung" refers to an expanse of fields, parkland, or vegetation situated within an urban area, offering habitat for wildlife and aiding in pollution reduction.
The trust had previously raised £50,000 in just 37 days to purchase a comparable field on Samares Lane in 2021. This latest acquisition aims to safeguard the agricultural heritage of Maupertuis Farm and the surrounding region. Chief executive Alan Le Maistre emphasized that green spaces are becoming increasingly valuable and their preservation is especially crucial in heavily built-up parts of the island.
"It is a privilege to have the opportunity to extend this green lung for both the wildlife and people of the area," he stated. The National Trust for Jersey, which marked its 90th anniversary in August, oversees approximately 1,800 vergées of land throughout the island. The charity has invited individuals interested in supporting this acquisition to reach out to the organization directly.
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