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  • Friday 14th August 2026

    Marsham Valley - Leaky Dams & INNS removal

    With East Sussex Biodiversity Action Team

    At RSPCA Mallydams - Future landscapes trust

    Activity description

    Installing leaky dams from Fairlight to Pett and removing invasive nonnative species for access and benefits to wildlife. Leaky dams are designed to slow down water upstream to reduce flood impact downstream of sudden downpours. They are made from natural materials and there will be lots installed along small watercourses to create pools and puddles ponds where they won't do any harm.

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  • Friday 14th August 2026

    Plant Stamps

    With Greenwich Peninsula Ecology Park Events

    At Greenwich Peninsula Ecology Park

    Activity description

    Create your own personalised stamp inspired by plants and nature. Draw your own design or choose from a selection of plant shapes, then carefully turn it into a unique stamp. Test your creation at our paint station before taking it home to use on future art projects, cards, and crafts. Sessions run on a drop-in basis; they are free and no booking is required. These sessions will take place indoors, in our classroom, from 11am-12pm and 2-3pm. Ask at the gatehouse for directions. Stick around in the park and complete the quiz or the younger children’s trail to learn even more about plants.

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  • Friday 14th August 2026

    Bird Survey - Down Lane Park

    With The Paddock Practical Volunteers

    At Down Lane Park

    Activity description

    We invite you to join us for our 2026 Bird surveys! This week we will be surveying at Down Lane Park while the Paddock is undergoing it's Japanese Knotweed removal work What to expect: - A short talk on a bird species or bird-related topic each week. - A guided transect survey of the whole site. - Help with identifying birds visually and by birdsong. - By booking onto multiple sessions you’ll gain a deeper understanding of seasonal cycles, and improve your I.D. skills.

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  • Friday 14th August 2026

    Lloyd Park Green Gym

    With Lloyd Park Green Gym (Waltham Forest)

    At Lloyd Park

    Activity description

    Come and join The Conservation Volunteers as we work to protect and enhance biodiversity and nature in Lloyd Park all whilst enjoying proven benefits to your physical and mental wellbeing! Activities include planting and maintaining wildflower meadows, wildlife survey work and citizen science, creating stag beetle loggeries, building bee banks, constructing both living and dead hedges and much more!

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  • Friday 14th August 2026

    Grass Strimming and raking

    With Bedfordshire Environmental Action Team

    At Great Stukeley Sssi

    Activity description

    This site is a rare and important grassland habitat so we're helping to manage it for wildlife by keeping nutrient levels low. Strimming the grass off and raking it away from the grassland means nettles and thistles are less likely to thrive, giving more chance for wildflowers to do well.

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  • Friday 14th August 2026

    Rowheath Pavilion Community Garden

    With Rowheath Pavilion Green Gym

    At Rowheath Pavillion

    Activity description

    Experience the Good Life Every Friday! Join us each week as we embrace the simple joys of sowing, growing, and harvesting our own delicious food. There’s nothing quite like the thrill of pulling up home‑grown potatoes, parsnips, and carrots, or the unbeatable taste of freshly picked peas and sun‑ripened strawberries. It’s wholesome, rewarding, and genuinely great fun! What You’ll Enjoy: A welcoming growing space with accessible raised beds right beside the pavilion All tools, gloves, and equipment provided — just bring your enthusiasm A chance to learn new skills, get outdoors, and meet friendly faces Connect with Nature at Rowheath Park Each session also includes a relaxed nature walk through the beautiful surroundings of Rowheath Park. Immerse yourself in birdsong, rustling trees, and the sights and sounds of this precious local green space. Whether you're a seasoned grower, a nature lover, or someone simply looking for a gentle, feel-good Friday activity, this is the perfect way to unwind, connect, and enjoy the outdoors. Come along and live the Good Life with us!

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  • Friday 14th August 2026

    Countess Friday Conservation Session

    With Green and Healthy Hearts and Minds

    At Countess Of Chester Country Park

    Activity description

    Here the group will be undertaking various conservation and management task around the park

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  • Friday 14th August 2026

    Sale Water Park Habitat Improvement

    With Sale Water Park Habitat Improvement

    At Sale Water Park

    Activity description

    As part of a project improving the walkways along the river Mersey, we will be improving habitats at Sale water Park. You do not need any prior experience. Skills you'll learn: -Hedge laying -Coppicing -Woodland management -Tree felling (small <200mm) -Fence Installation Sessions will run 10am - 2pm, but there is no obligation to stay for the whole day.

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  • Friday 14th August 2026

    Green Team

    With Skelton Grange Green Team

    At Skelton Grange Environment Centre

    Activity description

    Every week Green Team does a range of conservation and outdoor tasks with experienced leaders and a lovely group of volunteers! Come and make a difference to the nature reserve and education areas enjoyed by thousands of local people every year.

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  • Friday 14th August 2026

    Practical Conservation

    With Leeds Midweek Practical Team, Hollybush

    At Hollybush Conservation Centre

    Activity description

    The Practical Team will be out and about carrying out a conservation based practical task. For more information on location and type of task, please get in touch with Dani. If you would like a seat on the minibus please contact Hollybush to book a seat. Please be at Hollybush for 9:15 Please come in weather appropriate clothing and bring a packed lunch.

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