November 29, 2023

Create wilder graveyards throughout East Lothian, primarily by relaxing the aggressive mowing regime

Theme: Recreation & AccessBiodiversity and RewildingUrban Trees and Parklets

There's some very promising evidence that a less aggressive mowing regime would make the whole of the graveyard more wildlife friendly and a more exciting place for people to visit. The state of the older graves has declined to a level that some would regard as disgraceful. There is no need for a tightly clipped sward, nor is there any need to apply herbicides next to the stones, which any observer would note are more prone to fall, as the soil erodes unhindered. All of East Lothian would benefit from such a policy. The Dunbar cemeteries are unique in lacking any trees, which could be introduced to create better views.

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