These photos taken in February 2012 show parts of the stream – looking idyllic before “restoration” and the drastic effect which this unnecessary “restoration” is already having:

Before:

 

The existing stream, as it leaves Alderhill Enclosure – it looks idyllic as it is.

The proposed new route, as it would leave Alderhill Inclosure

On Latchmore shade – as the two routes seperate.

 

A tree on the existing stream marked for further felling

After:

 

Recent felling where the new route moves north of the stream

The view from the opposite direction

 

Damming of the stream with felled wood – this will be washed downstream by heavy rain and risks causing greater erosion and flooding