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  • Thursday 19th February 2026

    Clearing Woodland encroachment

    With South Essex Action Team

    At Rayleigh National Grid Substation

    Activity description

    Tackle overgrown bramble and blackthorn to restore open areas and allow native wildflowers and grasses to thrive. Essential for long-term habitat health and improve Adder population on site. For those that enjoy physical outdoor work. Please email the project officer before the day to register your interest.

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  • Thursday 19th February 2026 to Thursday 19th March 2026

    Stanmore Marsh channel clearance

    With Biodiversity Action Team (North London)

    At Stanmore Marsh

    Activity description

    Join us as we clear out the flood relief channel at Stanmore Marsh

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  • Thursday 19th February 2026

    Weekly food growing volunteer sessions (Green Gym)

    With Meridian One Community Garden Green Gym

    At Meridian One Community Garden (Enfield)

    Activity description

    Food growing and gardening tasks. Each week will vary depending on what needs doing, but can include seed sowing, planting out, watering, composting, weeding, construction of raised beds and garden signs. Tasks are suitable for all abilities. We take a break at around 12.30pm with hot drinks, biscuits and fruit provided.

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  • Thursday 19th February 2026

    Habitat management at Hilly Fields

    With North Essex Biodiversity Action Team (Midweek)

    At Hilly Fields

    Activity description

    TBC

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  • Thursday 19th February 2026

    Wymondley NG environmental group

    With Bedfordshire Environmental Action Team

    At Wymondley National Grid

    Activity description

    This is a long term project to improve biodiversity on the site. Each week we'll be doing different activities according to the season to increase and improve habitats for wildlife - it could be tree planting, wildflower surveys, seed collection, litter picking, scrub clearance and more.

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  • Thursday 19th February 2026

    Hedgerow Management With Some Selective Coppicing

    With TCV Leicester Volunteers

    At Rushton Pocket Park

    Activity description

    We will be making a welcome return to this popular rural village site. TCV volunteers have been actively involved with the conservation management at Rushton Pocket Park over the previous years. Tasks will include; boundary hedge cutting and profiling, selective coppicing of hazel, pruning and a general cut back of vegetation to maintain desire lines and access points.

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  • Thursday 19th February 2026

    Shenley Little Kitchen Garden

    With Shenley Green Gym

    At Shenley Court Hall

    Activity description

    Join us every Wednesday morning from 10-1 in our Little Kitchen Garden at Shenley Court Hall. Help us tend the produce growing in the garden, and take care of our local nature and wildlife in the wildlife garden. The garden is new so this is the perfect time to join us and help shape a brand new community garden, and support the local community. No experience necessary and all tools are provided!

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  • Thursday 19th February 2026

    Kitwell National Grid Conservation Session

    With Kitwell National Grid

    At Kitwell Substation

    Activity description

    Come and spend a rewarding day outdoors learning practical conservation skills. Together we'll be creating meadows, building habitats, managing woodland areas and getting hands on with some mini construction- all while helping nature thrive at Kitwell Substation. This is a great opportunity to: - Learn new green skills and gain experience in conservation. - Reconnect with nature and enjoy time in fresh air. - Meet like-minded people and be a part of a supportive, friendly group. No prior experience needed- just bring your enthusiasm, sturdy footwear and a love of the outdoors!

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  • Thursday 19th February 2026

    Milebrook Hall Community Garden

    With Milebrook Hall Food Growing

    At Milebrook Hall

    Activity description

    Join Us for a Relaxing Morning in the Garden at Milebrook Hall!. Step into the garden and enjoy a couple of peaceful, feel‑good hours of conversation, connection, and hands‑on food growing. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or an absolute beginner, you’ll be warmly welcomed! What’s Waiting for You: A cosy greenhouse to kick-start the growing season early Easily accessible raised beds perfect for planting and learning All tools, gloves, and equipment provided—just bring yourself! A friendly coffee morning happening at the same time, so a warm brew is always close by.

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  • Thursday 19th February 2026

    The story so far - and now, Reed on...

    With Norwich Midweek Group

    At Reedham Woodland Walk

    Activity description

    Continuing the process of coppicing to enhance woodland habitats on this former railway line.

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