Projects taking place in the week beginning 7 April 2003

Making Our Churchyard More Beautiful
Where? Alfreston, Derbyshire
When? Monday 7th April 2003
What's it about? Together with children and headmistress from infant school next door, we will plant different shrubs in our churchyard.
Where's it happening? Parish Church of St Thomas Apostle and Martyr, Nottingham Road, Somercotes, Alfreston
What will volunteers do? Children will put shrubs into holes and firm them round.
What to wear/bring: Wellingtons and suitable clothing.
What will be provided: Shrubs, spade.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? Preferably no dogs.
How many NEW volunteers required?
Press/Media Contact: Granville Stone (01773 541994)
Organised by: Parish Church of St Thomas Apostle & Martyr in Somercotes
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St. Bernadette's School Environment Club Allotment Project
Where? Birmingham, West Midlands
When? 7th April 2003
What's it about? To prepare the plot for seed sowing; sowing and planting of various vegetables, seeds and plants.
Where's it happening? Hob Moor Road Allotment, Birmingham
What will volunteers do? Volunteers will assist children in the allotment plot preparation and instructing children in sowing and planting vegetables.
What to wear/bring: Outdoor/ sensible clothing
What will be provided: Support and security for the children.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? No
Any restrictions? School already has volunteers (Need to have police checks due to working with children).
How many NEW volunteers required? None
Press/Media Contact: Miss Julia-Anne Tallon (0121 783 7232)
Organised by: St Bernadettes R.C.School
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Creating a School Garden
Where? Bristol, Avon
When? 7th April 2003
What's it about? The parents have been working to create a school garden to grow vegetables and flowers, and provide seating and a quiet area for the children.
Where's it happening? Christchurch Junior School, Downend, Bristol
What will volunteers do? The children will be planting potatoes in the garden.
What to wear/bring:
What will be provided: Tools.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions?
How many NEW volunteers required?
Press/Media Contact: Mr A Wilkinson/Val McFadden (01454 866516/0117 9499673)
Organised by: Christchurch Junior School
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Info Posts
Where? Edinburgh, Lothian
When? Monday 7th April 2003
What's it about? Construct small garden information posts - which would provide info re. Plants & wildlife throughout the seasons - constructed of timber/some type of protective casing - protection against the elements and vandalism.
Where's it happening? Therapy Garden, Thistle Foundation, Edinburgh
What will volunteers do? Assist with physical support - as I am a full time wheelchair user.
What to wear/bring: Outdoor clothing/footwear.
What will be provided:
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? No.
How many NEW volunteers required? 1-5
Volunteer Contact: Sandra Mackenzie (0131 6613366)
Press/Media Contact: Kenny Weir (07760 174767)
Organised by:
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Wildlife Trust Gateway Extravaganza
Where? Shrewsbury, Shropshire
When? Monday 7th April 2003
What's it about? Relocate Shrewsbury Gateway Club to the Shropshire Wildlife Trust site with regular members undertaking a wide variety of tasks under the supervision of SWT staff.
Where's it happening? Wildlife Trust site, Abbey Foregate, Shrewsbury
What will volunteers do? Help create new pond and new herb garden area. General renovation of site.
What to wear/bring: Sensible footwear.
What will be provided: Tools, supervision, supper!
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? None - our existing group are adults with learning disability
How many NEW volunteers required? a few
Volunteer Contact: John Morris (01743 235934)
Press/Media Contact: John Morris (01743 342321 (day), 01743 235934 (eve))
Organised by: Shrewsbury Gateway
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Building a Boardwalk in Stocksbridge
Where? Stocksbridge, South Yorkshire
When? 7th April 2003
What's it about? Building a boardwalk around pond for use as a dipping platform for local schools.
Where's it happening? Stocksbridge
What will volunteers do? Construct a boardwalk out of timber.
What to wear/bring: Packed lunch, waterproofs, old warm clothes, strong footwear.
What will be provided: Hot drinks, treats and biscuits during breaks and lunchtime. Trained leaders to demonstrate the work and tool use. Health and safety advice, and emergency first aid cover. Volunteer travel expenses/transport.
Is there wheelchair access to the site?
Any restrictions? Must be able to follow instructions for health and safety reasons. Under 16s need parental consent. People with special needs and their support workers are welcome.
How many NEW volunteers required? New volunteers always welcome.
Volunteer Contact: Ste, Dave, Clare or Jenny (0114 272 3591)
Press/Media Contact: Stephen Mulhall (0114 272 3591)
Organised by: BTCV Sheffield
Email: s.mulhall@btcv.org.uk
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Conservation - Year of the Disabled
Where? Tremorfa, South Wales - Central
When? Monday 7th April 2003
What's it about? Planting trees, flowers, landscaping.
Where's it happening? Tremorfa Centre, Pengham Road, Tremorfa
What will volunteers do? Tidy up area, plant trees and flowers.
What to wear/bring:
What will be provided: Work force, refreshments, boots.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions?
How many NEW volunteers required?
Press/Media Contact: Cheryl Quinn (02920 483030)
Organised by: Tremorfa Day Cente
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Compost Bin Take-Away
Where? Wolverhampton, West Midlands
When? Monday 7th April 2003
What's it about? Participants will be able to make a compost bin suitable for receiving garden waste, leaves or grass cuttings which they can take away and site in their own garden. Making use of such bins will reduce the amount of organic waste material going to landfill. Some of the material used in the bin construction will be reclaimed timber from a recently dismantled structure on the site.
Where's it happening? Wildside Activity Centre, Hordern Road, Whitmore Reams, Wolverhampton
What will volunteers do? Construct compost bins using hand tools (saw, hammer, drill, screwdriver) or for those that want to, power tools (bench circular saw, cordless drill) from timber and wire netting. Drawings and examples (here is one I made earlier!) will be available for guidance. Copies of a leaflet describing compost bin usage will be provided.
What to wear/bring: Old clothes, packed lunch.
What will be provided: training/supervision, refreshments, toilet facilities.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? Age 16+
How many NEW volunteers required? new volunteers wanted
Volunteer Contact: Mike Jenkins/Chris Munton-Evans (01902 572240)
Press/Media Contact: Mike Jenkins (01902 572240)
Organised by: Wildside Volunteers
Email: info@wildsideac.co.uk
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Pond Works - Boobys Close Parish Sanctuary
Where? Evesham, Worcestershire
When? Tuesday 8th April 2003
What's it about? Reinstatement of dried out overgrown pond.
Where's it happening? Boobys Close, Quarry Lane, Cleeve Prior, Evesham
What will volunteers do? Clear rubbish and trees out of pond. Prepare to put in liner and topsoil.
What to wear/bring: Warm clothing and waterproof shoes/boots.
What will be provided: Gloves, tools, refreshments, equipment.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? No
Any restrictions? No
How many NEW volunteers required? Lots
Volunteer Contact: Linda Warren (01789 778570)
Press/Media Contact: Don Warren (01789 778570)
Organised by: Cleeve Prior Heritage Trust
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Cutting Edge
Where? Kirkby-in-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire
When? Tuesday 8th April 2003
What's it about? In order to redress the balance for the loss of hedgerows, we will be inviting volunteers to learn how to take spring cuttings of locally gathered hawthorn and hazel.
Where's it happening? Diamond Avenue Tree Nursery, Kirkby-in-Ashfield
What will volunteers do? Take cuttings to replenish and create new hedgerows.
What to wear/bring: Suitable clothing.
What will be provided: Risk assessment and safety plan; first aid cover; all tools and materials needed; tea, coffee and biscuits; protective gloves.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? None at all
How many NEW volunteers required? up to 5
Volunteer Contact: Sue Brannan (0115 9313316)
Press/Media Contact: Sue Brannan (0115 9313316 (day), 0115 9314188)
Organised by: BTCV Nottingham
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Year Two Rockery Garden Using Local Rocks
Where? Portskewett, South Wales - East
When? 1st - 8th April 2003
What's it about? For the Year Two children to develop and plant up a rockery - to use the natural limestone found on the site. To cover the area with screed/gravel.
Where's it happening? Archbishop Rowan Williams School, Portskewett
What will volunteers do?
What to wear/bring:
What will be provided:
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions?
How many NEW volunteers required?
Organised by: Archbishop Rowan Williams School
Email: arwprimary@monmouthshire.gov.uk
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Year Three Litter Collection
Where? Portskewitt, South Wales - East
When? 1st - 8th April 2003
What's it about? For year 3 children to work with the headteacher and a couple of local residents in the collecting of litter OUTSIDE of the school grounds. To provide each child with information about recycling. To call in an expert to give a talk.
Where's it happening? Portskewitt
What will volunteers do?
What to wear/bring:
What will be provided:
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions?
How many NEW volunteers required?
Organised by: Archbishop Rowan Williams School
Email: arwprimary@monmouthshire.gov.uk
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Litter Pick
Where? Whitchurch, South Wales - Central
When? Tuesday 8th April 2003
What's it about? Litter pick in the community. One class of 25 children picking up litter on Whitchurch Common.
Where's it happening? Eigwys Wen Primary School, Erw Las, Whitchurch
What will volunteers do? Pick up litter and put into bags.
What to wear/bring:
What will be provided: Litter pickers, bags, plastic gloves.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions?
How many NEW volunteers required? None - but parents will be invited
Volunteer Contact: ()
Press/Media Contact: Mrs M Barrack (02920 623441 (day), 02920 732289 (eve))
Organised by: Eglwys Wen Primary School
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Sparkling Hanging Baskets
Where? Birmingham, West Midlands
When? 9th April 2003
What's it about? The project will provide a number of hanging baskets and brackets for streets in which houses open directly onto the pavements. We will provide brackets, baskets, liners, plants and soil and involve local residents in choosing their plants and planting their own baskets. The project will significantly improve the appearance of these streets and compliment the Sparkling Corners project which will provide litter bins and planters on strategic corners in Sparkbrook.
Where's it happening? Golden Hillock Road (top end), Osborn Road corner, Sparkbrook, Birmingham
What will volunteers do? They will prepare the baskets ready for composting and planting bulbs, ready for hanging. They will also maintain the baskets.
What to wear/bring: Protective clothing and gloves.
What will be provided: Refreshments, tools.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? No
How many NEW volunteers required? 20
Volunteer Contact: Razia Tariq Hadait (0121 687 6767)
Press/Media Contact: Razia Tariq Hadait (0121 687 6767 (day), 07814 082064 (anytime))
Organised by: Ashiana Community Project
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Wildlife Pond in Broughty Ferry Library
Where? Dundee, Tayside
When? 9th April 2003
What's it about? Improve pond in Broughty Ferry library
Where's it happening? Broughty Ferry Library, Queen Street, Broughty Ferry, Dundee
What will volunteers do? Help restore/improve pond.
What to wear/bring: Wellies and gloves.
What will be provided: Tools.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? No
Any restrictions? No
How many NEW volunteers required?
Press/Media Contact: Ann Lolley (01382 436932)
Organised by: Broughty Ferry Environmental Project
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Spitalfields City Farm
Where? London, Greater London
When? Wednesday 9th April 2003
What's it about? To weed out our hedgerows around paddock, mulch the area and plant wild seeds and some bulbs.
Where's it happening? Weaver Street, London
What will volunteers do? Weeding, digging, turning paper feed sacks into mulch. Planting bulbs and seeds.
What to wear/bring: Food, gardening gloves, waterproofs.
What will be provided: Free tea and coffee.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? No pets. No children under 10 without an adult. Site is accessible to wheelchair users, but surfaces are uneven.
How many NEW volunteers required? as many as possible
Volunteer Contact: Alan Booth (020 7247 8762)
Press/Media Contact: Alan Booth (020 7247 8762 (day), 0207 739 3348 (eve))
Organised by: Spitalfields City Farm
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Cattle Corral at Netley Common
Where? Southampton, Hampshire
When? 9th April 2003
What's it about? Construct a corral to ease the management of the cattle which are used to graze the heathland areas of this site.
Where's it happening? Netley Common, Southampton
What will volunteers do? Construct a cattle corral from post-and-rail fence components.
What to wear/bring: Wear appropriate outdoor working clothes, with stout footwear (steel toecaps preferred). Bring waterproofs. Bring packed lunch if staying in afternoon
What will be provided: Protective equipment, tools, hot/cold drinks, biscuits.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? No
Any restrictions? Under 16s to be accompanied by a responsible adult. No pets, please.
How many NEW volunteers required? as many as are interested
Volunteer Contact: Nick Humphrys (023 9226 7022)
Press/Media Contact: Nick Humphrys (023 9226 7022)
Organised by: Wednesday Conservation Volunteers
Email: nick@humphrys.clara.net
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Village Tree Planting
Where? Sudbury, Suffolk
When? 9th April 2003
What's it about? Plant trees in the village as part of our cub scout spring programme.
Where's it happening? Green Farm, Newmans Gree, nr Acton, Sudbury
What will volunteers do? Help dig the holes, plant the trees and secure the stakes as necessary.
What to wear/bring: Warm scruffy clothing, boots or wellingtons.
What will be provided: All trees, stakes, tools.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? No
Any restrictions? Cub scout members.
How many NEW volunteers required?
Press/Media Contact: Cliff Dark (01284 705245 (work), 01787 378071 (eve))
Organised by: 1st Acton & Walding Field Cub Scout
Email: cliff@kingfisher88.freeserve.co.uk
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Reclaiming Confused Spaces
Where? Birmingham, West Midlands
When? 9th-10th April 2003
What's it about? We have many large/small confused spaces in Balsall Heath. By 'confused spaces' we mean pieces of land which are not maintained and are regularly dumped on instead.
Where's it happening? Willows Road (outside Mosque), Balsall Heath, Birmingham
What will volunteers do? Help clear site and create a display with smaller and larger plants.
What to wear/bring: Sturdy shoes, gloves and warm clothing.
What will be provided: Tools, smaller bedding plants, refreshments, supervision.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? No under-16s.
How many NEW volunteers required? 8-10 local residents new to working with the forum
Volunteer Contact: David Stevenson (0121 446 6182)
Press/Media Contact: David Stevenson (0121 446 6182, 07788 566329 (mob.))
Organised by: Balsall Heath Forum
Email: forum@bheath.fsbusiness.co.uk
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Clean Up Hay!
Where? Hay-on-Wye, Mid Wales
When? First dry day between 7th and 10th April 2003
What's it about? To do a litter pick around Hay-on-Wye town. As an Ecoschool we keep our school free of litter, but have noticed that our town is full of rubbish. We want to extend our eco-work to the local community.
Where's it happening? Town centre and river walk, Hay-on-Wye
What will volunteers do? Pick up rubbish in town.
What to wear/bring: Wellies or change of shoes, coats.
What will be provided: Gloves, litter pickers, bags.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? No pets.
How many NEW volunteers required?
Press/Media Contact: Mrs Sue Richards (01497 820339)
Organised by: Hay-on-Wye C.P. School
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Forest Friends
Where? Llanrumney, South Wales - Central
When? 10th April 2003
What's it about? Reduce overgrown plant life in pond, and clear surrounding area.
Where's it happening? Llanrumney
What will volunteers do? Clear all overgrown weeds and weeds from edge.
What to wear/bring: Outdoor weather clothes.
What will be provided: Refreshments and tools.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? Pets.
How many NEW volunteers required? 5+
Volunteer Contact: Forest Farm (02920 520990)
Press/Media Contact: Chaela Carrel (02920 520990)
Organised by: BTCV
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Ford Restoration
Where? St Albans, Hertfordshire
When? 10th April 2003
What's it about? In the year 2001 a group of local residents got together to restore an ancient ford and its adjoining land, which were both completely overgrown. We have laid gravel and planted native plants. Our resent task is to plant spring bulbs in order to create some colour.
Where's it happening? St Michaels Bridge, St Michaels Street, St Albans
What will volunteers do? Volunteers will planting and weeding
What to wear/bring: Bring own tools
What will be provided: We will make the tea while someone else provides homemade cake.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? No
Any restrictions? no
How many NEW volunteers required? As many as Possible
Volunteer Contact: Madeleine Sanson (01727 846 761)
Press/Media Contact: Madeleine Sanson (01727 846 761)
Organised by: Local Residents
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Forest Friends
Where? Whitchurch, South Wales - Central
When? 10th April 2003
What's it about? Site a bench in a community area.
Where's it happening? Ysgol Plas Mawr, Whitchurch
What will volunteers do? Prepare area for a bench made from tree at a community memorial area.
What to wear/bring: Outdoor weather clothes.
What will be provided: Seat and other materials.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? Pets.
How many NEW volunteers required? 5+
Volunteer Contact: Forest Farm (02920 520990)
Press/Media Contact: Chaela Carrel (02920 520990)
Organised by: BTCV
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Dog Mess!! And Litter Pick
Where? Barry, South Wales - Central
When? Saturday 5th - Friday 11th April 2003
What's it about? Highlight the dog waste within our local environment and on the local beach. We also aim to combine a litter pick.
Where's it happening? High Street and Barry Island Beach, Barry
What will volunteers do? Conduct a survey to count the dog mess on the street and beach. Design and put up posters and write to local councils and press.
What to wear/bring: Waterproof clothing, wellies or old shoes.
What will be provided: Transport, packed lunch and materials.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Partial
Any restrictions? Soft sand will not allow wheelchair access. Survey done on promenade.
How many NEW volunteers required? 4-6
Volunteer Contact: ValePlus (01446 746691)
Press/Media Contact: Steve Thomas (01446 746691)
Organised by: Valeplus
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Enhancement/Clearing/Revitalising Our Wildlife Area
Where? Grimsby, Lincolnshire
When? 11th April
What's it about? We have a superb area designated to attract wildlife and foliage. It has a good pond which was designated and set up by parents several years ago which at certain times of year is thriving with frogs, toads, newts, insects etc. Unfortunately the last few years has see the area decline due to overgrowth which has smothered much of the pond and covered routes. We wish to replenish, revive and resurrect this wonderful educational resource.
Where's it happening? Springfield Primary School, Springwood Crescent, Grimsby
What will volunteers do? Students from local agricultural college will carry out the physical work of clearing and enhancing the area.
What to wear/bring:
What will be provided: Protective gloves etc.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions?
How many NEW volunteers required?
Press/Media Contact: Mr D M Thomas (DN33 3HG)
Organised by: Springfield Primary School
Email: Head@springfield.ne-lincs.sch.uk
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Return to Trewidland School
Where? Liskeard, Cornwall
When? Friday 11th April 2003
What's it about? To encourage birds into the school nature garden in order for the children to learn more about birds and their behaviour.
Where's it happening? Trewidland CP School, Trewidland, Liskeard
What will volunteers do? Revisit last years wildlife garden project to plant trees and erect bird and bat boxes. Help to clear bird hide and rebuild bird table.
What to wear/bring: Appropriate clothing for the weather and suitable footwear.
What will be provided: Refreshments - lunch & drinks. Tools and gloves. Transport/travel expenses. First aid cover.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? No
Any restrictions? Under 17s must inform volunteer bureau that they would like to help.
How many NEW volunteers required? 10
Volunteer Contact: Claire Massey/Gill Mann (01579 344818)
Press/Media Contact: Claire Massey (01579 344818 (day), 01579 363197 (eve))
Organised by: Cornwall Centre for Volunteers
Email: caradon@ccfv.co.uk
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Blidworth Community Garden
Where? Mansfield, Nottinghamshire
When? Friday 11th April 2003
What's it about? A garden incorporating a sensory garden, allotment and wildlife area.
Where's it happening? Allotment site off the Crescent, Blidworth, Mansfield
What will volunteers do? Clear the site, design layout, dig, plant. Hard landscaping.
What to wear/bring: Boots, warm clothing, gloves.
What will be provided: First aid kit, refreshments.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? No
Any restrictions?
How many NEW volunteers required?
Press/Media Contact: Sylvia Higgins (01623 797359)
Organised by: Blidworth Community Association
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Together Again
Where? Newport, South Wales - Central
When? 1st-11th April 2003
What's it about? To create large sculptures reflecting natural beauty - with the help of an artist in residence and the community centre Youth Club, and place them in the woodland area.
Where's it happening? Community Centre, The Gaer, Newport
What will volunteers do? Support the children working in small groups.
What to wear/bring: Protective clothing.
What will be provided: Refreshments
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? No pets. Preferably people from the local community who will benefit.
How many NEW volunteers required? 4
Volunteer Contact: Mrs Biddle, Head Teacher (01633 265620)
Press/Media Contact: Mrs Mairi Dunn (01633 265620)
Organised by: Gaer Infant School
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Real Nappy Week Display
Where? Perth, Tayside
When? Friday 11th April 2003
What's it about? Perth & Kinross Real Nappy Network plan to have a display in Perth's City Centre during National Real Nappy Week. The aim of the display is to encourage more parents to use washable nappies so as to reduce the number going to landfill by showing samples of some of the modern, washable nappies on the market and providing information and advice.
Where's it happening? High Street, Perth
What will volunteers do? Set up and man a display, providing advice and information and showing nappies to interested parties.
What to wear/bring: Volunteers attending will have been identified and briefed in advance.
What will be provided: Display table, shelter, nappies and various information and leaflets etc.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions?
How many NEW volunteers required? as many as possible
Volunteer Contact: Melanie Nicoll (01350 727695)
Press/Media Contact: Melanie Nicoll (01350 727695)
Organised by: Perth & Kinross Real Nappy Network
Email: mel@polney.freeserve.co.uk
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Buds, Bulbs & Bushes
Where? Plympton, Devon
When? 11 April 2003
What's it about? We hope to plant bulb and bushes in the church hedge near the garden of rest. We hope this will make the garden more cheerful when people visit graves.
Where's it happening? St Mary's Church Grounds, Plympton
What will volunteers do? Tidy hedges, plant bulbs and bushes
What to wear/bring: Old clothes
What will be provided: Trowels, kneeling pads
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? None
How many NEW volunteers required? none
Press/Media Contact: Ann Rundle (01752 536 175)
Organised by: Melting Pot
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Garden Action Day
Where? Swanwick, Derbyshire
When? 11 April 2003
What's it about? We will be having a gardening day at the school. We hope to involve the children and volunteer parents. It is our aim to clear and tidy the garden area and purchase and plant a nature tree in order to provide shade.
Where's it happening? Swanwick Primary School, South Street, Swanwick
What will volunteers do? Clear weds and tidy beds and plant areas. Plant mature trees to provide shade. Replace shrubs if necessary.
What to wear/bring: Wellies, spade, fork, rakes, gloves, shovels and stamina!
What will be provided: Refreshments, plants, trees, composts
Is there wheelchair access to the site?
Any restrictions? No pets, the children and parents will provide a possible 400+ bodies.
How many NEW volunteers required? none
Press/Media Contact: Sally Foster (01773 604 591)
Organised by: Friends of Swanwick Primary School
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The Boy Wonders
Where? Cardiff, South Wales - Central
When? 12th April 2003
What's it about? Litter Pick-up
Where's it happening? Cefn-on Park, Cardiff
What will volunteers do? Tidy and pick up litter from local parks.
What to wear/bring: Sensible footwear, protective gloves and warm clothes.
What will be provided: Refreshments.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Partial
Any restrictions? No pets.
How many NEW volunteers required? 5+
Volunteer Contact: Mrs Knight (02920758289)
Press/Media Contact: Mrs Knight (02920758289)
Organised by: Llanishen Boys
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Tree Planting & Sycamore Clearing, Reres Hill
Where? Dundee, Tayside
When? 12th April 2003
What's it about? Plant native trees and remove sycamore saplings
Where's it happening? Reres Hill, Broughty Ferry, Dundee
What will volunteers do? Plant native trees and cut down sycamores.
What to wear/bring: Warm clothes and boots.
What will be provided: Tools.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? No
Any restrictions? No
How many NEW volunteers required?
Press/Media Contact: Ann Lolley (01382 436932)
Organised by: Broughty Ferry Environmental Project
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Shieldhill Spring Clean
Where? Falkirk, Fife
When? Saturday 12th April 2003
What's it about? To remove litter & rubbish which has accumulated in the village over the past few months. Our first 'spring clean' happened last year, when we collected 4 lorry loads of rubbish!
Where's it happening? Shieldhill, Falkirk
What will volunteers do? Pick up litter and rubbish to improve the visual appearance of the village.
What to wear/bring: Suitable clothing for weather conditions, good pair of shoes/boots and gloves to protect hands.
What will be provided: Black refuse bags, litter pickers, light refreshments (care of Asda).
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? Children must be accompanied by adults. Pets must be monitored at all times.
How many NEW volunteers required? as many as willing
Volunteer Contact: Maria Montinaro (01324 717105)
Press/Media Contact: Maria Montinaro (01324 717105)
Organised by: Shieldhill Environment Group
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Spring Cleaning
Where? Hebden Bridge, West Yorkshire
When? 12th April 2003
What's it about? Mobilise volunteers in our village to pick up litter on highways, bridleways, footpaths etc.
Where's it happening? Blackshare Head Parish, Hebden Bridge
What will volunteers do? Pick up litter in and around Blackshare Head.
What to wear/bring: Protective clothing.
What will be provided: Gloves, bin bags and refreshments, plus a skip for the litter.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? Only for older children and adults.
How many NEW volunteers required? 15
Volunteer Contact: Finn Jensen (01422 846 863)
Press/Media Contact: Dorothy Sutcliffe (01422 844893)
Organised by: BEAT
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Saltire Planting
Where? Isle of Whithorn, Dumfries & Galloway
When? Saturday 12th April 2003
What's it about? To dig out part of village green area, insert edging stones and then plant out in blue and white bedding plants to create a saltire (Scottish Flag). The area is sited at entrance to village and project is aimed to make village welcoming and more attractive for visitors and residents.
Where's it happening? main Street, Isle of Whithorn
What will volunteers do? Dig out rectangular piece of grass, fix edging stones, plant blue lobelia and white alyssum bedding plants to form a saltire (St Andrew's flag). It is anticipated that one or two adult volunteers will organise three or four local children to undertake the project.
What to wear/bring: Just protective clothing - gardening tools will be provided.
What will be provided: All gardening tools and equipment, plants.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? No
Any restrictions? No pets.
How many NEW volunteers required?
Press/Media Contact: Norma Whitton (01988 500404)
Organised by: Isle in Bloom Committee
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National Moth Night 2003
Where? Lincoln, Lincolnshire
When? 12 April 2003
What's it about? We will be organising a "Moth Night", a practical project that will benefit the environment by helping to identify species of moth present in one of out county's most important woodlands. Thus, helping our organisation to conserve butterflies, moths and their habitats.
Where's it happening? Chambers Farm Wood, Near Wragby, Lincoln
What will volunteers do? Organise and run the "moth night" set up moth lights/ traps. Capture and identify moth species. Record data on species caught. This will support vital work on conserving moths and their habitats.
What to wear/bring: Warm outer clothing / coats in case of rain, stout footwear, torch would also be beneficial.
What will be provided: Warm refreshments (or cold if preferred!)
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? No
How many NEW volunteers required? none
Press/Media Contact: Toby Ludlow (01526 343 910)
Organised by: Butterfly Conservation - Lincs Branch
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Litter Clearance of Stretch of Dollis Brook
Where? London, Greater London
When? 12th April 2003
What's it about? Clear litter and rubbish from tree-lined footpath along Dollis Brook and surrounding grassed areas. Plant bulbs and erect several bird boxes.
Where's it happening? Dollis Brook, Barnet, London
What will volunteers do? Supplied with heavy duty refuse sacks, litter pickers and gloves, volunteers working in groups will work along the footpath, veering off to clear the surrounding grass and shrub.
What to wear/bring: Gardening gloves if you have them. Strong footwear/boots, long trousers, long sleeve tops.
What will be provided: Drinks/biscuits, adult size leather gloves, litter pickers, refuse sacks, bird boxes.
Is there wheelchair access to the site?
Any restrictions? Children must be supervised by parent/carer.
How many NEW volunteers required? 15-20
Volunteer Contact: ()
Press/Media Contact: David Farnworth (020 8922 1284)
Organised by:
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Refugee & Asylum Seeker Youth Project
Where? Milngavie, Strathclyde
When? Saturday 12th April 2003
What's it about? Practical conservation activities and multimedia training.
Where's it happening? Craigton Village, Stockmuir Road, Milngavie
What will volunteers do? Practical conservation action including rhododendron clearance and tree planting. A residential action break to Arran. Training in multimedia allowing the group to film their project. They will also be working towards their John Muir discovery award.
What to wear/bring: Need to dress warmly.
What will be provided: Tea/coffee and lunch, waterproofs.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions?
How many NEW volunteers required?
Press/Media Contact: Jenny Biggart (0141 955 1504 (day), 077 6465 5637 (eve))
Organised by: BTCV Scotland - Environments For All
Email: j.biggart@btcv.org.uk
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Bottlebank Promotion
Where? Nettleham, Lincolnshire
When? Saturday 12th April 2003
What's it about? To ask all residents of Nettleham to place their glass to be recycled on the boundary of their property to be collected by members of Nettleham guide and scouting organisations. To encourage awareness and increased use of bottle bank in Co-op car park.
Where's it happening? Co-op car park and streets of village, Vicarage Lane, Nettleham
What will volunteers do? Be allocated a street to collect recycled glass from.
What to wear/bring: Gloves, clothes suitable for being outdoors, means of transporting glass.
What will be provided: Gloves, brush, allocated street map, 1st aid kit.
Is there wheelchair access to the site?
Any restrictions? Adult supervision required for under 14s as glass is involved.
How many NEW volunteers required?
Press/Media Contact: Rachel Wydrzynska (01522 752371)
Organised by: 1st Nettleham Guides
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Blithfield Parish Roadside Enhancement
Where? Rugeley, Staffordshire
When? Saturday 12th April 2003
What's it about? To plant daffodil bulbs and/or cowslip plants in two areas of the parish by roadsides.
Where's it happening? Dapple Heath and junction of roads to Hixon-Rugeley-Kingstone, Rugeley
What will volunteers do? Dig grassed roadside verges and plant bulbs/plants
What to wear/bring: Spades and trowels for digging and planting
What will be provided: Bulbs and plants
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? No
How many NEW volunteers required?
Press/Media Contact: Mr C E J Walker (01889 500369)
Organised by: Blithfield Parish Council
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Regeneration of Hinkins Croft Allotments
Where? Sittingbourne, Kent
When? Wekend of12th April 2003
What's it about? Building of a wildlife pond within our environmental area of the allotments.
Where's it happening? Hinkins Croft Allotments, Silver Street, Bredgar, Sittingbourne
What will volunteers do? Dig the pond area, line with pond liner, fill with water and landscape surrounding area with plants, tree stumps, bushes. We also hope to install bird boxes.
What to wear/bring: Good outdoor clothing and wellingtons; forks and shovels.
What will be provided: Refreshments and all plants needed to complete the pond.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? No
Any restrictions? Pets must be kept under control.
How many NEW volunteers required?
Press/Media Contact: Heather Spratt (01634 408888 (day), 01622 884401 (eve))
Organised by: Hinkins Croft Gardeners Association
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Disley Valley Spring Clean Day
Where? Stockport, Cheshire
When? Saturday 12th April 2003
What's it about? A village spring clean day, collecting litter and other debris. Cleaning litter bins and road signs. Removing graffiti.
Where's it happening? Disley & Newtown, Stockport
What will volunteers do? Each take an area of the village for litter picking, cleaning waste bins and road signs, and removing graffiti.
What to wear/bring: Drinks, warm clothing.
What will be provided: Litter pickers, gloves and bin liners.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? No.
How many NEW volunteers required? 10 approx
Volunteer Contact: Cllr. Diane Guy (01663 762726)
Press/Media Contact: Cllr. Diane Guy (01663 762726 (day), 01663 764308 (eve))
Organised by: Pride Group
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Erect Kissing Gate
Where? Swanmore, Hampshire
When? 12th April 2003
What's it about? Entrance to Marsh's meadow is via incomplete gate. Plan is to erect 'kissing' section of gate for safety reasons.
Where's it happening? Lower Marsh's Meadow, Broad Lane, Swanmore
What will volunteers do? Dig post holes and erect 'kissing' gate section.
What to wear/bring: Gloves and sturdy footwear.
What will be provided: All materials and tools, refreshments.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? No.
How many NEW volunteers required? New volunteers welcome.
Volunteer Contact: Mrs Catherine Kemp (01489 896832)
Press/Media Contact: Mrs Val Green (01489 890230)
Organised by: Swanmore Conservation Group
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Wildlife Encouragement
Where? Swanmore, Hampshire
When? 12th April 2003
What's it about? To erect bat boxes and tawny owl box
Where's it happening? Greens Wood, Church Road, Swanmore
What will volunteers do? Erect the boxes.
What to wear/bring: Gloves and sturdy footwear.
What will be provided: All materials and tools, refreshments.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Partial
Any restrictions? No.
How many NEW volunteers required? New volunteers welcome.
Volunteer Contact: Mrs Catherine Kemp (01489 896832)
Press/Media Contact: Mrs Val Green (01489 890230)
Organised by: Swanmore Conservation Group
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Spring Planting
Where? Wolverhampton, West Midlands
When? Saturday 12th April 2003
What's it about? Using sensory area and recently acquired potting shed we plan to hold a planting event with members of the local community and prospective members of Groundwork.
Where's it happening? Wolverhampton Environment Centre, Westacre Crescent, Finchfield, Wolverhampton
What will volunteers do? Plant out plugs of native woodland species, tree dressing.
What to wear/bring: Waterproof clothing, boots.
What will be provided: Refreshments
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? No dogs.
How many NEW volunteers required?
Press/Media Contact: Rebecca Green (01902 766199 (day), 01902 564325 (eve))
Organised by: Groundwork Black Country
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Go Wild in Wythenshawe!
Where? Wythenshawe, Greater Manchester
When? 12th April 2003
What's it about? To hold a woodland wildflower day where local volunteers can help to sow seeds and plant wildflowers in 'Nan Nook', and urban woodland in the heart of Wythenshawe.
Where's it happening? Nan Nook Wood, Wythenshawe Park, Wythenshawe
What will volunteers do? Prepare woodland ground for sowing seeds (raking, turning soil, clearing weeds); mix seeds with a 'carrier material'; sow seeds and plant young wildflowers.
What to wear/bring: Warm, waterproof clothing, sturdy footwear, garden gloves if wished.
What will be provided: Refreshments (cold drinks and biscuits); guidance and advice on sowing and planting; tools for clearance and raking soil.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? Preferably no pets. Children to be accompanied by adults please.
How many NEW volunteers required?
Press/Media Contact: Felicity Paris (0161 872 1660)
Organised by: Red Rose Forest
Email: fliss@redroseforest.co.uk
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Litter Pick
Where? Astley, Greater Manchester
When? Saturday 12th & Sunday 13th April 2003
What's it about? We wish to involve villagers in a general clean-up all round the village. The children especially will be encouraged to take part, in the hope that litter will eventually not be a problem. We hope also to involve our local council.
Where's it happening? Gin Pit Village, Astley
What will volunteers do? Remove litter in and around the village, sweep the 'backings' and car park, and generally tidy the streets and gardens around the village.
What to wear/bring: Strong refuse bag, broom if possible. Protective clothing according to the weather, and gloves.
What will be provided: Litter picks, refuse bags, refreshments.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? We would prefer not to have pets unsupervised.
How many NEW volunteers required? 10 approx.
Volunteer Contact: Mrs Ainsworth or Mr Peter Guy ()
Press/Media Contact: Mrs M R Ainsworth ()
Organised by: Gin Pit Residents Association
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Growing Good
Where? Bridlington (nr.), Humberside
When? Sunday 13th April 2003
What's it about? We will be growing plants from seeds and then transferring them to flower boxes and distributed around various sites in Flamborough.
Where's it happening? 1 Woodcock Road, Flamborough, Bridlington (nr.)
What will volunteers do? Fill seed trays with compost, plant seeds and water. Put in greenhouse to grow on.
What to wear/bring: Protective clothing
What will be provided: Seeds, seed trays, compost, gloves, watering cans, refreshments.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? No
Any restrictions? No pets, not suitable for children, fiddly job
How many NEW volunteers required? 4+
Volunteer Contact: Sharon Mummery (01262 851417)
Press/Media Contact: Sharon Mummery (01262 851417)
Organised by: Flamborough Community Environmental Action Group
Email: sharon.mummery@btopenworld.com
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Chaveywell Bridge Repair and Enhancement
Where? Calne, Wiltshire
When? 13th April 2003
What's it about? Complete repairs of cycleway/footpath bridge over canal at Calne.
Where's it happening? Chaveywell Bridge, Castle Park, Calne
What will volunteers do? Mix cement, lay coping stone, clear rubbish and vegetation.
What to wear/bring: Stout footwear, tough gloves, packed lunch, masonry tools (if possible)
What will be provided: Refreshments (tea, coffee, orange squash); hand tools.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? 17 plus
How many NEW volunteers required?
Press/Media Contact: Bob Howlett/Anthoy Tidey (01249 653448/01225 707182)
Organised by: Wilts and Berks Canal Trust, Melksham Branch
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Lumley Stream/River Ems Clear Up
Where? Emsworth, Hampshire
When? 13th April 2003
What's it about? Clearing River Ems and Lumley Stream of fallen branches and other items blocking the flow.
Where's it happening? Brook Meadow, off Lumley Lane, Emsworth
What will volunteers do? Some will clear out the river/stream of debris and others will get rid of the debris in suitable places.
What to wear/bring: Old clothing, sensible shoes/wellingtons.
What will be provided: Waders, rakes, wheelbarrows, plastic gloves, waste disposal bags. Refreshments.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? No
Any restrictions? Children under 16 must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
How many NEW volunteers required? as many as possible
Volunteer Contact: Frances Brettell (01243 430314)
Press/Media Contact: Frances Brettell (01243 430314)
Organised by: Brook Meadow Conservation Group
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Butterfly Endangered Species Team (B.E.S.T.)
Where? Grange-over-Sands, Cumbria
When? Sunday 13th April 2003
What's it about? Creation of coppiced areas and wide rides in ancient broadleaved woodland to benefit endangered fritillary butterflies and flora.
Where's it happening? Huw Ridding Woods, Witherslack, Grange-over-Sands
What will volunteers do? Clear scrub growth, widen rides
What to wear/bring: Wellies or boots, wet weather gear, packed lunch
What will be provided: Tools, gloves
Is there wheelchair access to the site? No
Any restrictions?
How many NEW volunteers required? as many as possible
Volunteer Contact: Steve Doyle ( 015395 63134)
Press/Media Contact: Steve Doyle ( 015395 63134)
Organised by: Butterfly Conservation North West/Cumbria
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Play Parks Project
Where? Keith, Grampian
When? 31st March - 13th April 2003
What's it about? Enhance former play area by painting free standing walls with cartoon characters, painting giant 'board games' on concreted area, purchase and plant flower tubs and baskets.
Where's it happening? The Den, Keith
What will volunteers do? Design their own favourite character, draw and then paint on wall, giving their name and date. Assist in painting of board games.
What to wear/bring: Own ideas, old clothing/protective overalls, old footwear, any special dietary needs.
What will be provided: Light refreshments
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? We hope to attract the younger age group for design, but all ages welcome for painting & supervision.
How many NEW volunteers required? as many as possible
Volunteer Contact: Mrs Adie/June Simpson (01542 886025/01542 887325)
Press/Media Contact: Rosalind Adie/June Simpson (01542 886025/01542 887325)
Organised by: The Den Residents Association
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Village Green. Green-up
Where? Liverpool, Merseyside
When? 13 April 2003
What's it about? We are a small coastal village to the north of Liverpool. We want to revitalise the village green for the benefit of the whole community and visitors. This will involve re-landscaping, replacing the seating, enlarging the borders and introducing more permanent planting. If successful in our grant application we will use the funding to help realise the latter 2 tasks.
Where's it happening? Hightown, Liverpool
What will volunteers do? Cut away some of the existing grass to enlarge existing flower beds and create new ones. Prepare and condition the soil. Move a number of established shrubs. Plant new shrubs/herbaceous perennials
What to wear/bring: Suitable clothing. Refreshments. Gardening equipment
What will be provided: Soil conditioner. Fertilizer. New plants
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Partial
Any restrictions? None
How many NEW volunteers required? 5
Volunteer Contact: Margaret Seddon (0151 929 2492)
Press/Media Contact: Margaret Seddon (0151 929 2492)
Organised by: Hightown Parish Council
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Tlex Hall Dig
Where? Three Legged Cross, Dorset
When? Sunday 13th April 2003
What's it about? To work with local youth and the local Mencap society to enhance our entrance/drive through planting spring flowers, primarily daffodils, to engender civic pride/cooperation.
Where's it happening? Village Hall, Three Legged Cross
What will volunteers do? Plant spring flowers to improve the look of the entrance from the road.
What to wear/bring: Wear wellies. Bring a drink and gloves, and a spade/brush of you have one.
What will be provided: Water, some tools, home made cake! Supervision.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? No restrictions
How many NEW volunteers required? new local volunteers wanted
Volunteer Contact: Steve Lugg (01202 820182)
Press/Media Contact: Steve Lugg (01980 618774 (day), 01202 820182 (eve))
Organised by: Three Legged Cross Village Hall
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Birsley Brae
Where? Tranent, Lothian
When? 13th April 2003
What's it about? Building paths and planting trees in the community woodland of Birsley Brae working with young people from the local community.
Where's it happening? Birsley Brae, Tranent
What will volunteers do? Carry out pathwork in the woodland by removing overhanging vegetation, weeding the path and repairing path edging and steps. Also planting deciduous trees and providing aftercare for those already planted.
What to wear/bring: Warm, waterproof clothes, hat, gloves. Walking boots or wellingtons. Lunch.
What will be provided: Transport from Edinburgh, warm drinks and biscuits. A leader, first aid, risk assessment, protective clothing, tools, materials and equipment.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? No
Any restrictions? Age range 14-25. No pets.
How many NEW volunteers required? 10+
Volunteer Contact: Penny Radway (0131 558 9571)
Press/Media Contact: Penny Radway (0131 558 9571 (day), 0131 555 5488 (eve))
Organised by: The Green Team
Email: info@greenteam.abel.co.uk
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River Clean Up
Where? Waterhouses, Durham
When? 13th April 2003
What's it about? Remove any litter or obstructions in river and on its banks.
Where's it happening? River Deerness, between Hedley Hill Terrace and the "Iron Bridge", Waterhouses
What will volunteers do? Remove debris and obstructions from river and its banks.
What to wear/bring: Warm clothing, sturdy footwear.
What will be provided: Specialised footwear (limited), rubber gloves, first aid cover, hot drinks at end of project.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? No
Any restrictions? Children must be supervised by an adult.
How many NEW volunteers required? 10
Volunteer Contact: Rhona Foster (0191 373 6054)
Press/Media Contact: Rhona Foster (0191 373 6054)
Organised by: Waterhouses Community Association
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Whitbread Dormouse Boxes
Where? Welshpool, Mid Wales
When? 13th April 2003
What's it about? To make dormouse boxes and site them in potential dormouse habitat.
Where's it happening? Tynllwyn, Llanfair Caereinion, Welshpool
What will volunteers do? Build dormouse boxes, put them up in hazel coppice. Look at small mammals living in the area.
What to wear/bring: A smile!
What will be provided: Tools, materials.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? No
Any restrictions?
How many NEW volunteers required?
Press/Media Contact: Janet Jenkins (01938 810275)
Organised by: Pontbren
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Picnic Area Tidy-Up
Where? Wolverhampton, West Midlands
When? 13th April 2003
What's it about? To improve the visual appeal of a canal-side picnic area and to promote the area's long-term wildlife value.
Where's it happening? Aldersley Junction Picnic Area, Wolverhampton
What will volunteers do? Pruning trees and shrubs, weeding, maintaining pathways, litter-picking etc.
What to wear/bring: Old clothes, packed lunch.
What will be provided: Training supervision, refreshments, toilet facilities.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? Age 16+
How many NEW volunteers required? new volunteers wanted
Volunteer Contact: Chris Munton-Evans/Mike Jenkins (01902 572240)
Press/Media Contact: Chris Munton-Evans (01902 572240)
Organised by: Wildside Volunteers
Email: info@wildsideac.co.uk
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Projects led by young people aged 16-25