South Wales - West Projects

C.H.C.A. Conservation Area Team
Where? Margam
When? 1st - 18th April 2003
What's it about? To clean up and then maintain on a regular basis the pond area in our village. Provision of bird boxes, plants/flowers etc. will enhance its appearance.
Where's it happening? Coed Hirwaun village, Margam
What will volunteers do? Assist in cleaning the area, removing dead vegetation, rubbish, debris, and clearing overgrown areas of vegetation.
What to wear/bring: Wellington boots, suitable clothing, gardening gloves, spades, forks, saws. Adequate refreshments.
What will be provided: Assistance and support, plants and materials.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? No
Any restrictions? Not suitable for under 16s.
How many NEW volunteers required? 3-5
Volunteer Contact: David Cox (01656 746494)
Press/Media Contact: Mr Martyn Lyddon (martynlyddon@btopenworld.com)
Organised by: Coed Hirwaun Community Association
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Completed Projects

Ailgylchu Coed Naddig/Recycling Christmas Trees
Where? Fishguard
When? 11th January 2003
What's it about? To recycle Christmas trees in the Fishguard town. We have a group of young people who will collect the Christmas trees from the people's homes. We will then recycle the trees by turning them into bark and will distribute the bark to local gardening clubs.
Where's it happening? Fishguard
What will volunteers do? Collect trees around town
What to wear/bring: Protective clothing, gloves
What will be provided: Tea, coffee, refreshments
Is there wheelchair access to the site?
Any restrictions? No
How many NEW volunteers required?
Press/Media Contact: Rhian Owens (01348 873 700 (day), 07816 393430 (eve))
Organised by: OGAM
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Clydach Valley Footpath Project
Where? Neath Abbey
When? Sunday 12th January 2003 (and Sunday throughout the year)
What's it about? To upgrade the Clydach Valley and surrounding area by providing drainage on a stretch of footpath leading from Longford Road to the White Bridge over the River Clydach.
Where's it happening? Longford Road, Longford, Neath Abbey
What will volunteers do? This work to create a footpath involves the clearing of undergrowth, cutting the line of the path, new drainage with trenches and culverts and French drains. Placing steps to make passage easier. The surface will then be covered with scalping to create a dry walk.
What to wear/bring: Good pair of boots and old clothes.
What will be provided: Refreshments, gloves.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? No
Any restrictions? No
How many NEW volunteers required? no limit
Volunteer Contact: Steve Absalom (01792 813465)
Press/Media Contact: Steve Absalom (01792 813465)
Organised by: Dyffryn Clydach Volunteers
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Creating New Heathland
Where? Port Talbot
When? 2nd & 16th February and 2nd & 16th March 2003
What's it about? Remove self-seeded conifers from heather area to encourage heathland species.
Where's it happening? Mynydd Dinas, Port Talbot
What will volunteers do? Cut down conifers and cut up to create habitat piles on the heathland.
What to wear/bring: Weatherproof clothing, sturdy boots/wellingtons, gloves, food and drink.
What will be provided: Tools, first aid, warm drinks, advice and training.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? No
Any restrictions? Long climb to site plus very physical work.
How many NEW volunteers required? 10
Volunteer Contact: Paula Denby (01639 761403)
Press/Media Contact: Paula Denby (01639 761403)
Organised by: Friends of Mynydd Dinas
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Broadleaf Tree Planting
Where? Port Talbot
When? 19th January, 2nd & 16th February, 2nd, 16th & 30th March 2003
What's it about? We aim to restore the environment of the Dinas mountain back to broadleaf woodland and open heathland.
Where's it happening? Minydd Dinas, Port Talbot
What will volunteers do? Carry young trees onto site, plant trees.
What to wear/bring: Sturdy boots, wellingtons, weatherproof clothing, gloves, food and drink.
What will be provided: Tools, trees, first aid, warm drinks, advice and training.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? No
Any restrictions? Long steep climb to site - fitness not age matters. Dogs must be controlled.
How many NEW volunteers required? 10
Volunteer Contact: Paula Denby (01639 761403)
Press/Media Contact: Paula Denby (01639 761403)
Organised by: Friends of Mynydd Dinas
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Path Finders
Where? Swansea
When? 19th January 2003
What's it about? We will be cycling along a public pathway clearing any obstacles which prevent access.
Where's it happening? Llyn Llech Owain CP, Gorslas, Crosshand, Swansea
What will volunteers do? Clear any obstructions and note unsafe pathways.
What to wear/bring: Bikes, warm clothes.
What will be provided: Refreshments.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? No
Any restrictions? All under 18s must be accompanied by an adult.
How many NEW volunteers required? 5-10
Volunteer Contact: Mr D Radford (01792 296284)
Press/Media Contact: Mr D Radford (01792 296284)
Organised by: Swansea and District ctc
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Bird Watch
Where? Swansea
When? 9th March 2003
What's it about? We are cycling to the wetlands and will observe and record birds that have migrated here for the winter, led by a member of Gower Ornithology Society.
Where's it happening? Penclawydd Wetlands and Wildlife Centre, Pontardulais, Swansea
What will volunteers do? Observe and record the migrating birds.
What to wear/bring: Bikes, warm clothes, notepad and pencil, binoculars if possible.
What will be provided: Refreshments.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? No
Any restrictions? All under 18s must be accompanied by an adult.
How many NEW volunteers required? 5-10
Volunteer Contact: Mr D Radford (01792 296284)
Press/Media Contact: Mr D Radford (01792 296284)
Organised by: Swansea and District ctc
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Beach Roamers
Where? Swansea
When? 5th April 2003
What's it about? To remove large stones and debris that cause hazard to the public on the beaches, as part of our annual spring clean during April.
Where's it happening? Port Eynon Bay, Swansea
What will volunteers do?
What to wear/bring:
What will be provided:
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Partial
Any restrictions?
How many NEW volunteers required? 5+
Volunteer Contact: ()
Organised by: Port Eynon Boat Club
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St. Peter's Churchyard - Reclamation & Maintenance Project
Where? Swansea
When? Saturday 6th April 2003
What's it about? To clear an area of St. Peter's 6.5 acre churchyard that has become heavily overgrown with brambles in order to make the graves in that part of the churchyard more accessible to bereaved relatives.
Where's it happening? St Peter's Church, Cockett Road, Swansea
What will volunteers do? Maintain all areas of the churchyard and reclaim those parts that are overgrown. Tasks include grass cutting, strimming, weeding, clearing areas overgrown with brambles, hedge thinning and cutting, shredding and filling in holes and indentations in undulating grounds with recycled materials e.g. grass cuttings, shredded tree branches.
What to wear/bring: Bring your own lunch.
What will be provided: We provide all tools and machinery. Tea & coffee. Protective goggles, visors and ear defenders are also provided.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? No
Any restrictions? No. However, volunteers are only allocated task in accordance with their perceived physical capabilities.
How many NEW volunteers required? new volunteers wanted
Volunteer Contact: David Macken (01792 581534)
Press/Media Contact: David Macken (01792 581534)
Organised by: St Peter's Keys Club Churchyard Volunteers
Email: colin.hammacott1@virgin.net
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