Redruth Town Council has confirmed its participation in No Mow May, the nationwide campaign encouraging communities to pause grass‑cutting throughout May to help pollinators and wildflowers thrive. The initiative, which has grown rapidly in popularity across the UK, aims to give bees, butterflies, and other insects a vital early‑season food source.
Across Redruth, selected green spaces, verges, and community areas will be left to grow naturally for the month. Redruth’s Town Clerk, Charlotte Williams, said, ‘the decision reflects a growing commitment to environmental stewardship and aligns with the work of the town’s Climate Action Partnership.’
Early signs of participation are already visible, with patches of daisies, clover, and other native species emerging. These plants provide essential nectar during a period when pollinators often struggle to find enough food.
The council emphasises that the approach is targeted rather than universal. High‑use areas, play spaces, and key visibility points will continue to be maintained, while designated biodiversity zones will be clearly signposted to explain their purpose to residents.
Redruth Town Mayor, Councillor Alison Biscoe said, ‘No Mow May is just one step in a broader effort to support nature recovery and encourage community involvement in environmental action.’