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Georgina Green gives a fascinating insight into when thousands flocked to behind a pub to watch speedway in Epping Forest.

How fresh-water mussels and a stretch of the river Thames connected two postgraduate scientists separated by over half a century.

In a bid to protect the future of Astonbury Wood near Stevenage, which is currently up for sale, Herts and Middlesex Wildlife Trust has launched a fundraising appeal to buy the ancient woodland.

Published: 3:00 PM January 19, 2021    Aston Parish Council is concerned public access to Astonbury Wood in Stevenage will be lost when the land is sold - Credit: Steve Brown A petition to protect the future of an ancient woodland currently up for sale, and to retain public access to the site, has so far amassed more than 650 signatures. Hertfordshire County Council wants to sell 54.72 acres of Astonbury Wood, which lies east of Stevenage off the A602 near Bragbury End, as well as the Field...

Astonbury Wood, which has existed since the 1600s, is being marketed for sale, prompting concerns. - Credit: HCC An ancient woodland is being marketed for sale, prompting action to protect its future. Astonbury Wood, which lies east of Stevenage off the A602 near Bragbury End, has existed since the 1600s and contains archaeological features, including several pits, as well as providing a rich wildlife habitat.  A designated Local Wildlife Site, owner Hertfordshire County Council wants to se...