A flock of sheep are being used as lawn mowers by a housing association to maintain a piece of land as a “cost-effective” method.
The tactic is being used as 48 new houses are planned for the site.
It dates back to the Second World War and was originally used as an emergency hospital, before being repurposed as government offices, which closed in 2018.
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When housing association Cartrefi Conwy acquired the four-and-a-half acre land, located in Rhos on Sea, Colwyn Bay, it was in need of some TLC.
And so, to take a sustainable, cost-effective approach, they hired out a flock of sheep owned by a local farmer, Gethin, from Llansannan.
Now, the furry animals are working around-the-clock, all while having a nutritious meal, keeping the grass trimmed – and are expected to be there until October when works commence, reports What’s The Jam.
“It was apparent, given the vastness of the site, that we needed a sustainable way of maintaining the land whilst we developed our plans,” Dan Hall, director of customer and communities at Cartrefi Conwy, said.
“This approach supports our carbon neutral agenda, while also being a low-noise, cost-effective solution.”
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The sheep are checked regularly to ensure their safety and well-being while grazing on the clock.
It’s hoped they will return next spring to continue their gardening efforts.
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