16/08/2026
So saddened by the lack of common sense that prevails during these times! 😣
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🔥 unbelievably, people are still having fires in the woods!! So we ask a big favour from our local woodland community …
As you know, the woodland is exceptionally dry at the moment, so there is now a complete ban on fires and BBQs anywhere in Shining Cliff Woods.
We’re asking our lovely local community to help us keep an eye out.
If you see anyone lighting a fire, using a fire pit or BBQ, or having a fire anywhere in the woodland, please let us know. You can message us here or contact Shining Cliff hostel and we will deal with it by letting the relevant landowner know.
Or if necessary, just call 999
We know that approaching strangers can feel awkward — and please don’t feel that you need to confront anyone yourself. We’d much rather you stayed safe and simply let us know what you’ve seen.
This isn't about getting anyone into trouble. It’s about preventing what could be a devastating woodland fire. With the ground, vegetation and leaf litter so dry, even a small fire or ember could spread incredibly quickly.
Shining Cliff is precious to all of us, and protecting it is something we can all help with. 💚🌳
❌ No fires.
❌ No BBQs.
❌ No exceptions while the ban is in place.
And as always, take your litter home.
Thank you for keeping an eye out and helping us look after our woods. 🙏
