TCV
Connecting people and green spaces
Activities
Found 779 activities
Activity key
- Big Green Weekend
- Green Gym
- Practical conservation activity
- I Dig Trees: Tree Planting
- Health walk
- Children's activity
- Training or workshop
- Food growing activity
- Community event or activity
- Wildlife surveying activity
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Tuesday 17th December 2024
Practical Conservation - Tuesdays
With York Practical Conservation - Midweek
At TCV York Office (THCC)
Activity description
We run practical conservation tasks in various locations in York and the surrounding area from 9am-4.30pm on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays each week. Transport provided from Tang Hall Community Centre. No experience necessary. The work varies from season to season. In winter you could be tree planting, hedge laying, or creating and maintaining ponds and wetlands; whilst in summer you could be constructing wildlife areas in schools, creating footpaths, making hay, or undertaking invasive species control. If you want to get involved in practical work outdoors, learn new skills (or share old ones!) and work with a fun and friendly group then come and join in.
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Tuesday 17th December 2024
Tree Nursery Volunteering
With Tree Nursery Volunteers
At Cultra
Activity description
Do you want to help us grow and nurture native trees for a more biodiverse and sustainable future? Want to meet new people and gain invaluable life skills? Then get involved with us here at TCV Tree Nursery in Cultra. We also offer opportunities to improve your career prospects through qualifications in Volunteer Leadership, Horticulture and other practical skills. It is also a chance to meet like-minded people and foster a healthier relationship with nature and yourself! Whether you're new to volunteering or are an expert in wildlife conservation, you are more than welcome to help us grow and plant native trees! *Please email tcv-treenursery@tcv.org.uk before attending or to find out more
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Tuesday 17th December 2024
Glasgow's Biodiversity Action Team
With Conservation Volunteer Team - Glasgow
At Glasgow wide
Activity description
We are working to improve parks and greenspaces around Glasgow. Examples of work to be carried out include: Sowing wildflower meadows, creating community gardens, managing woodlands, building paths, clearing ponds, and much more! Volunteering is a great way to gain new skills and experience the different greenspaces around Glasgow. It also provides an opportunity to meet new people from a range of backgrounds. These groups run every Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, from approximately 10am - 3pm. Volunteers can sign up for one or all the days. Volunteers must be over 16. If you or anyone you know would like to get involved with this project please contact; glasgow@tcv.org.uk or Bo at b.couch@tcv.org.uk or phone - 07775 025 837
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Tuesday 17th December 2024
Green Gym Coatbridge
With Green Gym Coatbridge
At Seven Lochs Wetland Park
Activity description
Green Gyms are fun outdoor sessions where you will be guided in practical conservation activities such as tree planting, citizen science surveys, meadow management, path maintenance and more!
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Tuesday 17th December 2024
Nature Restoration
With Biodiversity Action Team
At Edinburgh Office
Activity description
Biodiversity Action Team: Connecting Communities, Enhancing Nature. The Biodiversity Action Team (BAT) is composed of diverse individuals united by a shared passion for environmental conservation. Our team engages in a range of activities, from tree planting to ecological surveying, fostering a sense of community and environmental stewardship. What We Do and Why: From urban greenspaces to rural landscapes, BAT works collaboratively to enhance biodiversity and empower communities. Through hands-on conservation and citizen science initiatives, we believe that small actions lead to significant outcomes. Join us in creating thriving green spaces that celebrate the diversity of life and enrich both the environment and the lives of those involved. Follow TCV Scotland for up-to date information on upcoming activities and how to register.
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Wednesday 18th December 2024
Eastbourne Seafront Health Walk
With ESHW Eastbourne Seafront Health Walk
At ESHW Eastbourne Seafront Health Walk
Activity description
Free group walk along the seafront - going east towards the Pier or west towards Sovereign Harbour. This group has their cup of tea at a cafe at the turn around point so the overall duration is a bit more than an hour.
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Wednesday 18th December 2024
Eastbourne Willingdon Health Walk
With ESHW Eastbourne Willingdon Health Walk
At ESHW Eastbourne Willingdon Health Walk
Activity description
FREE one hour group walk led by trained community volunteers. This is a newish group but very popular, weaving around local lanes and pretty twittens with the stunning South Downs behind.
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Wednesday 18th December 2024
Bexhill Ravenside Health Walk
With ESHW Bexhill Ravenside Health Walk
At ESHW Bexhill Ravenside Health Walk
Activity description
FREE one hour group walk. A Seafront stroll or inland into the Country Park. Meet us by the swimming centre at Glyne Gap just before 11am.
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Wednesday 18th December 2024
Hastings Alexandra Park Health Walk
With ESHW Hastings Alexandra Park Health Walk
At ESHW Hastings Alexandra Park Heath Walk
Activity description
FREE one hour group walk around the beautiful Alexandra park - formal planting and water features in the lower section, plus woodland, lakes and varied scenery. Plus a cuppa in the cafe afterwards.
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Wednesday 18th December 2024
Conquest Hospital Green Gym
With Conquest Green Gym
At Conquest Hospital
Activity description
Clearing the reedmace from the hospital's lake: we will be removing some areas of reedmace from the hospital's lake to increase the areas of open water. This will be done by hand to prevent damage to the pond's liner. Waders and tools will be provided. Minibus pick up from Fearon Road 9.30am or meet behind the hospital.
