Trees were planted at St Gregory’s Primary School in Marnhull

School pupils help plant trees donated by developer in Marnhull

Paul JonesMarch 14, 20260 Comment0

YOUNG people in Marnhull got hands-on to help grow a greener future for the village.

Pupils from St Gregory’s Primary School swapped the classroom for the great outdoors to help plant new native trees in school grounds, with the saplings donated by house builder, CG Fry & Son.

They were joined by Mike Dear, commercial director, and Natalie Newman, environmental, technical and design coordinator, from the firm, which is building 61 new homes at the nearby Durbeyfield Park development.

The development’s name, inspired by Thomas Hardy’s Tess of the d’Urbervilles, reflects the rich natural heritage of the Blackmore Vale.

Jill Farndale, headteacher at St Gregory’s, said: “Everyone at St Gregory’s Primary School was really excited to see the trees planted. It’s wonderful for the students to have contributed to the school grounds and local nature; it’s a project that will grow alongside them during their time here in Marnhull.”

Commercial director Mike added: “We were delighted to join the children as they planted the trees. Supporting local communities and promoting sustainability are key priorities for us as part of our carbon-zero commitment.

“It’s fantastic to see young people take an active interest in the environment and engage with local biodiversity and sustainability initiatives.”

For more information about St Gregory’s Primary School in Marnhull visit stgregorymarnhull.dorset.sch.uk, and for more on the Durbeyfield Park, off Burton Street, visit www.cgfry.co.uk.