MWHG events

The Manhood Wildlife & Heritage Group have a range of tremendous events taking place this summer and early autumn. Why not read all about it on their website and sign up for the Medmerry Walk being run in association with the RSPB on 8th August. The event is part of the Selsey Festival that takes place this year between Sat 3rd August - Mon 26th August.  You can also sign up for Beach Watch in Selsey. This is part of a nation wide event taking place in September. Follow this link to find out more from the Manhood Wildlife & Heritage Group.

Environment

The Manhood Peninsula Partnership was formed in recognition of the challenges the peninsula faces as a result of climate change and the increasing demands on its environment. By recognising the different issues the area faces, its assets and possibilities, and by valuing its distinct and almost unique character on the south coast, the MPP hopes to create opportunities and... Read More»

Agriculture and Horticulture

Agricultural land on the manhood is mainly Grade I and Grade II, among the best arable land in the country. Farms in the area have an average size of about 625 acres. The National Farmers Union estimates that an arable farm needs to be about 400 acres or more to be profitable. However, increasing drainage problems is resulting in... Read More»

Sustainability

Sustainability is just one word and yet there are over 300 definitions. In 1987, the World Commission on Environment and Development produced the best known definition of sustainability – “meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.” The findings from this report became known as the Brundtland Report, also known... Read More»