Residents near Hornsey Lane are campaigning for Thames Water to adopt 'No Mow May' and 'Let it Bloom June' policies to enhance biodiversity at the Tile Kiln Lane reservoir site. Over 1,000 signatures have been gathered in support, led by local resident Maisie Tomlinson. The community argues that allowing wildflowers to grow would benefit local insects and wildlife, contrasting with the current mowing practices that disrupt the ecosystem. Despite requests for dialogue with Thames Water, there has been no response from the company, emphasizing the need for conservation measures.
During May, the reservoir becomes an absolute joy, full of wildflowers of all kinds, and brimming with birds and butterflies. It's heartbreaking to see it all stripped away in an afternoon.
The fact that so many signatures have been gained shows the strength of local feeling about these small patches of wild biodiversity.
All we are asking is for an already irregular practice to become a formal policy. Britain has lost 97% of its wildflower meadows since the Second World War.
Research by Butterfly Conservation has shown a 93% increase in visits by butterflies to wildflower areas in June, which creates a food source for various species.
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