Bracknell Forest backs No Mow May 2026

No Mow May is back this spring and Bracknell Forest is once again taking part to help give local nature a boost.

The annual, national campaign is run by conservation charity Plantlife. It asks people to pause grass cutting during May, to give wildflowers and grasses time to grow. This helps pollinators and other wildlife by providing food, shelter and habitat.

Wildflower meadows have been in long-term decline across the UK. Plantlife estimates that around 97% of traditional meadows have been lost since the 1930s. This seriously impacts wildlife, reducing vital habitat for insects, birds and other wildlife.

No Mow May offers a simple and practical way to help nature, alongside longer‑term action to support wildlife recovery.

Bracknell Forest Council will pause grass cutting at these 10 selected green spaces:

• Buckler’s Forest
• Goddard Way
• Jennett’s Hill
• Larks Hill
• Longhill Park
• Peacock Meadows
• Pope’s Meadow
• Savernake Park
• Shepherd Meadows
• The Greenway

Stephen Chown, head of natural estates, said:

“We are taking part in No Mow May 2026 to give local nature a boost this spring.

“Pausing grass cutting at 10 of our green spaces during May will give grass and wildflowers more time to grow. This will provide food, shelter and shade for wildlife.

“We’re managing this carefully to minimise disruption. We have selected suitable sites, and we will continue to cut recreation areas as normal. Information signs will also be available at key locations.

“Beyond No Mow May, our parks and countryside rangers also manage permanent wildflower meadows. These support wildlife all year and are part of our long term approach to boosting biodiversity in our grasslands.

“I’d encourage residents to support wildflowers wherever possible. That might mean pausing grass cutting in May or creating a small patch at home. Even small actions can make a big difference.”
 

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Peacock Meadows south (pictured).