A2: Shared Spaces

Shared Spaces covers refurbishment work to the commoning infrastructure (on eight commons), much of which has not been replaced in the last fifty years due to lack of funds. Thus permanent sheepfolds, mobile sheep yards, shedders and dipping systems will be repaired or replaced as necessary ensuring that the basic equipment for managing the commons is in place and fit-for-purpose.

Also included is an ambitious scheme to bring together commoners and local communities to repair boundary structures including walls and stone-banked Devon hedges; as well as secure boundaries this will help local communities understand and value the commons, and create a skilled volunteer force to look after the boundaries long into the future.