06/07/2026
BBC Suffolk were at Gorseland Primary School this morning, interviewing our Eco Warriors about their involvement in the campaign to 🌳
Portal Woodlands is a much-loved local space used by residents across Old Martlesham, Martlesham Heath, and nearby areas, including Gorseland Primary, for our forest school/outdoor classrooms, etc.
With a section of the woodland now up for sale, Martlesham Parish Council has secured an Asset of Community Value status and triggered a moratorium to allow time for a potential community bid. While this doesn’t guarantee a purchase, the Council is exploring all options and has received support from neighboring communities.
The Parish Council considers Portal Woodlands to be a vital community asset and strongly believes that it should be protected and preserved for future generations.
If you wish to pledge or donate to a potential purchase of the woodland, please contact the Parish Council office at [email protected].
*LISTEN TO OUR ECO WARRIORS on BBC SUFFOLK BELOW - TIME 2:22:40*
Wayne Bavin - Matt Marvel sits in (06/07/2026) - BBC Sounds https://share.google/IDBWA1WmYJrJ3Kzqf