Eleanor Glanville was an early wildlife enthusiast, and in the 1690’s she discovered a previously unknown butterfly, subsequently named the Glanville Fritillary. Her husband, Richard Ashfield, had estates in Suffolk, but it is unclear if Eleanor ever came to Bury St Edmunds. Unfortunately, when she died, her will (leaving her money to a trust) was contested by her sons on the basis that anyone liking buttterflies so much must be insane. Going on the Downs dressed in clothes suitable for insect catching rather than a gentlewoman’s standard dress was also evidence of insanity, and her will was overturned.
These days, showing an interest in nature is seen as sanity, rather than the opposite, and it is normal for people to leave money to nature organisations in their will. Moreton Hall is known for its good health and longevity of its residents, but inevitably everyone will die eventually. Would you like to leave Woodland Ways some money in your will? Even a small legacy can make a big difference to our community we and the community which appreciate the woodlands. When you make your first will, or review your current one, please remember Woodland Ways and support its volunteers to help make your community a better place.
Join us at Woodland Ways…
Why not join in with a Woodland Ways work party to help improve the Moreton Hall woods? No experience is needed and all are welcome; we’ll show you what to do. For more information please see www.woodlandways.org.uk, see the Woodland Ways noticeboard in the Community Centre, contact Nick Sibbett on 01284 723847 or email information@woodlandways.org.uk
