A herd of cattle are set to be introduced at a park in Kidderminster. 

Wyre Forest District Council said the cows will be allowed to graze in part of Springfield Park following a successful project to boost biodiversity in the district. 

The cattle will be introduced thanks to a grant from the Natural Networks programme. 

This is a partnership between Worcestershire County Council and Worcestershire Wildlife Trust and offers grants and advice to projects which aim to create or restore wildlife-rich habitats. 

The park was chosen following a review with the Natural Networks group as it is "ideally positioned to support wildlife conservation efforts". 

It is next to Stour Valley and Puxton March SSIs (sites of special scientific interest) and near other important wildlife sites. 

A fence is being installed around the perimeter of the meadow located at the rear of the park with gates along the walking routes. 

Councillor Tracey Onslow, Wyre Forest District Council's cabinet member with responsibility for culture, leisure, arts and community safety, said: "We are committed to enhancing the biodiversity on land across the district and we are excited to be able to extend our really successful grazing project. 

"Anyone who follows our rangers on social media will know how popular the cows are and I am sure they will be a very welcome addition to Springfield Park." 

A map of where the cows will be grazing A map of where the cows will be grazing (Image: Wyre Forest District Council) Cattle will be present for a few weeks each year and a member of the rangers team will visit daily to monitor the site. 

Many of the cattle used for grazing are born in council public spaces and are accustomed to sharing areas with the public. 

The council has been running a grazing project for more than 20 years and it uses grazing as a natural approach to managing meadows. 

It helps create a diverse habitat which provides crucial opportunities for insects, particularly struggling pollinators, to thrive and hibernate. 

By shifting to grazing, the council is also eliminating the need for mechanical mowing, which requires waste material to be removed and transported for composting. 

The council's countryside team is inviting anyone who is interested in the project on a walk and talk about the plans for the meadow on Tuesday (September 24). 

The team will be meeting at 5.30pm in the car park in Springfield Park.