Found 169 activities
Wednesday 8th May 2024
With ACLS Basic Woodwork
About 29.8 miles away from your postcode
At Hollybush Woodwork
This is a five week course which runs every Wednesday from 24th April to 22nd May 2024 from 10.00am to 4.00pm <br>It is well documented that taking part in creative activities and learning new skills can support positive mental health and wellbeing. <br>Learn how to safely work with reclaimed wood and hand build new, and useful items for yourself or others. The practical and creative techniques and skills learnt on this course will support your positive mental health and wellbeing <br>After the course you could enrol on other wood or nature wellbeing focussed courses and learn further mindful artistic skills and techniques. <br>This course is FREE if you are in receipt of certain income related benefits; work full-time (37.5hrs a week) and earn below £21,225; It is £37.50 for those over state pension age and in receipt of state pension. Otherwise contact us for course fees. Evidence of identity and benefits or pension must be provided before the course starts. <br>To enrol on a course or for more information please call 0113 274 2335 or email hollybush@tcv.org.uk <br>Please note that this is a very hands-on, physical course that requires a level of strength and dexterity, and you will be using sharp hand tools. If you have a disability or problem with mobility, then please contact us to discuss how we can help you before you sign up to the course.<br> In the first session we will introduce you to the Hollybush site, your tutor and other learners so you feel welcome and confident, and make sure you have the support and equipment you need. We will help you set up a Google Classroom account, to give you access to bonus course materials.<br>
This is a paid event.
Wednesday 8th May 2024
With Practical Conservation - Midweek
About 31.9 miles away from your postcode
At TCV York Office (THCC)
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.
Wednesday 8th May 2024
With TCV Humber Field Office
About 35.4 miles away from your postcode
At TCV Humber Field Office
We run practical conservation tasks in various locations in Hull and the surrounding area from 9am-4pm on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays each week. Transport provided from TCV Humber field office. 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.
Thursday 9th May 2024
With TCV West Lindsey Volunteers
About 15.0 miles away from your postcode
At Mercer Woods
A wide range of practical conservation and green spaces improvement works. everything from habitat management, tree planting to small scale construction tasks such as footpaths, fencing and platforms.
Thursday 9th May 2024
With Hull Road Park Project
About 31.6 miles away from your postcode
At Hull Road Park
Volunteers do a range of gardening activities suitable for everyone, including re establishing the old rockery and creating new flowerbeds. Give as much time as you like! Free drink and cake provided by the park community café.
Thursday 9th May 2024
With Hull Rd Park Woodworking group
About 31.6 miles away from your postcode
At Hull Road Park
Learn new things and share existing skills through these relaxed and welcoming woodwork sessions. Work with wood in different ways through group and individual projects. No prior knowledge need - anyone welcome.
Thursday 9th May 2024
With Practical Conservation - Midweek
About 31.9 miles away from your postcode
At TCV York Office (THCC)
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.
Thursday 9th May 2024
With TCV Humber Field Office
About 35.4 miles away from your postcode
At TCV Humber Field Office
We run practical conservation tasks in various locations in Hull and the surrounding area from 9am-4pm on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays each week. Transport provided from TCV Humber field office. 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.
Friday 10th May 2024
With Skelton Grange Green Team
About 24.8 miles away from your postcode
At Skelton Grange Environment Centre
Every week Green Team does a range of gardening and conservation 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.
Friday 10th May 2024
With Hull Road Park Project
About 31.6 miles away from your postcode
At Hull Road Park
Join us for this family friendly volunteering opportunity in Hull Road Park. On Wild Fridays we aim to improve the park for wildlife by creating new nature homes, planting wildflowers, eco crafting, conducting wildlife surveys and more! Most recently we have created an insect hotel, made bumble bee homes and sown wild meadow seed. This relaxed, informal session is great for those wanting to make a difference, meet new people and get outside. The group is diverse open to additional needs and dementia friendly. During our break volunteers can enjoy snacks and hot drinks provided free of charge from the Choose2cafe (if you have any dietary requirements please contact before attending). Do as little or as much as you like, and stay for as long as you wish! Please contact the office for more details. We look forward to meeting you.