Himalayan Balsam Pulling!

An activity with Bedfordshire Environmental Action Team

Activity date: Sunday 14th June 2026

Start time: 10:00
Finish time: 3:00

Activity description

We have two Sundays in a row of Himalayan Balsam Pulling in Luton. Help us to save our waterways from this invasive non-native plant! On both Sundays we will be working in Lewsey Brook. All tools, PPE and training will be provided. Please wear long trousers and bring wellies if you have them. A sun hat and also a waterproof jacket are recommended. Free transport is available on our minibus which leaves from The Cemetery Gatehouse, Foster Hill Road, Bedford at 9.30am. You will be back by 4pm at the latest.

Meeting place

The Cemetery Gatehouse, Foster Hill road, Bedford, MK41 7TD

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Activity location

Lewsey Park, Pastures Way Luton LU4 0PF, LU4 0PF

Site description

A large urban green space with a mix of grassland, hedgerow and shelter belts. With play equipment near the sports centre.

Contact

Jen Zwetsloot

Telephone: 07740 899633
Email: jennifer.zwetsloot@tcv.org.uk
Website: www.tcv.org.uk/beds

Please bring

• packed lunch
• suitable outdoor clothes
• suitable outdoor footwear

Further info

Toilet facilities are available at Lewsey Sports centre which is beside our work site. Free parking is also available in Lewsey Sports centre carpark all day.

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