Peter Barraud 1918-1994
Stoke Park woods have lost their friendly face and Bishopstoke has lost a character, known to every dog walker and forestry lover. Peter Barraud, warden of Stoke Park woods, who had worked for the Forestry Commission since 1946 passed away on Thursday June the 30th 1994. Peter was born in May 1918, he worked in Ampfield and Stoke Park woods as a forestry craftsman since 1963, he retired in 1985 but continued to work for the Commission as warden to Stoke Park. Even in retirement his love for the woods, would see him out in all weathers, everyday greeting visitors. Many would laugh, that they never stepped a foot in there, without Peter leaping out to greet them. Mr Barraud help set up the Guardians of Stoke Park woods and together they organise the fantastic Halloween evenings, as well as countless guided walks for local residents. Lots more events are planned for this beautiful community woodland but Mr Barnard will be missed by all. Eastleigh weekly 11/7/84
(The press cutting was supplied to us by Colin Bates from his father’s photo album)
Peter Barraud’s bench in Stoke Woods.
The plaque reads Peter Barraud 1918-1994 Forester of Stoke Wood 1963-1985 Part time warden 1985-1994 In memory of his life and work from his friends and colleagues