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Swadlincote Woods

An activity with National Forest Volunteers

Activity date: Tuesday 7th January 2025

Start time: 10:00
Finish time: 15:00

Activity description

Join our friendly team at this urban woodland and park. Our team will be working on outdoor practical conservation activities to improve the site for both wildlife and local people. Tasks on the day will vary, but there will be something for everyone, no matter what your level of fitness. The day runs 10-3 with breaks for tea and for lunch! We are always pleased to welcome new volunteers (under 18s welcome by prior arrangement only).

Meeting place

On request: Coalville, Ahby

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Activity location

Swadlincote Woods, Derby Road, Swadlincote, Derbyshire, DE11 8EB

Site description

A large urban woodland with attractive wetland habitats, watercourses and a large wildflower grassland area, Salt's Meadow. The site has recently been submitted for the prestigious Green Flag award.

Pick Up Point

Contact

Ben Woolley

Telephone: 07740899718
Email: ben.woolley@tcv.org.uk
Website: https://www.tcv.org.uk/nationalforest

Please bring

  • packed lunch
  • suitable outdoor clothes
  • suitable outdoor footwear

Site Facilities

  • Baby Changing
  • Disabled Access
  • Parking
  • Picnic Area
  • Toilets
  • Disabled Toilets
  • Nearest Toilets - Toilets near car park (only open when park staff on site).

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