The Trust was formed with the following aims.

To preserve, conserve and improve the traditional orchards, open spaces, woodland and buildings in our possession for the benefit of local residents and to encourage their use for recreation, education and an appreciation of natural history, local wildlife, the environment and our agricultural Heritage.

The ultimate goal is to develop the Field Barn complex as a visitor centre which will be self sustaining.

We are 4 Trustees and 12 volunteers who have no financial interest in the charity that is Cleeve Prior Heritage Trust.

We manage the parcels of land vested in the Charities Commission on behalf of, and for the enjoyment of, present and future generations of Villagers.

We prune the trees, and harvest the fruits

We clear the scrub, and nip off shoots

We keep ponds clear, and fences sound

We look out for wildlife, where bugs abound

We coppice the Ash, and the Hazel too

We try not to burn it, sometimes we have to

We manage the land, we preserve and sustain

We Flail and Mow, often in the rain

We have fun with Easter Egg Hunts, Craft Fairs as well

We have Plum Picks and Cider Pressings, tickets for funds we sell

And all in all it is well worth the effort

Future generations of Villagers will surely benefit