An exciting vision which talked up the creation of a groundbreaking 160-acre country park is set to become a reality. Dereham Town Council (DTC) has completed the purchase of a crucial 22 hectares of arable land - previously labelled "the last piece of the jigsaw". One of the findings identified the benefits of creating linkages between Neatherd Moor and Etling Green - both of which are designated County Wildlife sites. Over the ensuing years, parcels of land have gradually been acquired to bring them together and create a single country park. DTC has acknowledged that the country park does not address the town's shortfall in sports and play facilities, particularly to the south of Dereham.

Source: The Times January 08, 2022 11:05 UTC