Friends of Yate Common

The Friends group was formed in 1987 when there was a real threat that the Common would be built on.

The Friends saved the Common, and it is now a safe haven for many species of birds, mammals and insects, and is over 200 acres in size.

The aims of the group are to:

• promote public awareness, use and enjoyment of the common and at the same time to protect the wildlife on the common
• raise funds for enhancing the Common and encourage users to respect the environment
• support and assist South Glos Council and Yate Town Council in the management of the Common

We hold regular work days: litter picking, cutting brambles and clearing gateways. Meetings are held quarterly.

Contact Lin Kendall at for more information.