Projects taking place in the week beginning 14 April 2003

St Benedicts Environmental Club - Action Day
Where? Birmingham, West Midlands
When? 14th April 2003
What's it about? To involve members of St Benedicts School in a 'Hanging Basket Making' afternoon. The baskets produced will enhance the school environment.
Where's it happening? St Benedicts School, St Benedicts Road, Small Heath, Birmingham
What will volunteers do? The children, with the guidance of CSV Environment staff, will make a range of seasonal hanging baskets using moss, recycled compost and suitable plants.
What to wear/bring: Old clothes, own refreshments.
What will be provided: Tools, gloves, compost, baskets, brackets, plants.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? No pets. 2or 3 adult volunteers required to supervise the children.
How many NEW volunteers required? 2-3
Volunteer Contact: Kevin Widdowson (0121 327 6033)
Press/Media Contact: Kevin Widdowson/Mrs R Harvey (0121 327 6033)
Organised by: St Benedicts Infant School
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Bird Box Making Project for Congleton Community Garden
Where? Congleton, Cheshire
When? 14th April 2003
What's it about? Involving young volunteers from Youth in Action & VISYON in making bat and bird boxes for the Community Garden.
Where's it happening? Community Garden, Lawston Street, Congleton
What will volunteers do? Make bird and bat boxes to be erected on trees in the Community Garden.
What to wear/bring: Wet weather clothing, hammers, picnic lunch, drinks.
What will be provided: Wood, tyre rubber for hinges, ladder, nails.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? Must be over 7 years old.
How many NEW volunteers required? 12
Volunteer Contact: Mrs Margaret Williamson (01260 274738)
Press/Media Contact: Mrs Margaret Williamson (01260 274738)
Organised by: Congleton In Bloom
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"Green up" The Great Barr Site
Where? Great Barr, Birmingham, West Midlands
When? 14/04/03
What's it about? Buy a tree to represent each class in school. Plant them in key locations to improve school environment.
Where's it happening? Great Barr School, Aldridge road, Great Barr, Birmingham
What will volunteers do? Sort and plant trees
What to wear/bring: Stout shoes and rough clothes
What will be provided: Trees, stakes, digging equipment
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? No
How many NEW volunteers required? None
Press/Media Contact: Sarah Page (0121 366 6611)
Organised by: Great Barr School
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Interpretation Boards
Where? Kingsbury, Greater London
When? 14 April 2003
What's it about? To replace "Make-Shift" temporary Interpretation Boards with permanent quality sunlight resisting boards.
Where's it happening? Roe Green Walled Garden, Roe Green Park, Kingsbury
What will volunteers do? We need conservation volunteers to assist with the up-keep of the walled garden and the local country park.
What to wear/bring: Clothing suitable for outdoor conservation work. (Barn Hill Conservation Group would supply refreshments and gloves)
What will be provided:
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? no
How many NEW volunteers required? 6
Volunteer Contact: Mrs Kim Williams (020 8206 0492)
Press/Media Contact: Mrs Kim Williams (020 8206 0492)
Organised by: Barn Hill Conservation Group
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Sparkling Hanging Baskets
Where? Birmingham, West Midlands
When? 15th 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 (bottom end), Walford 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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Landscape Public Access to Museum
Where? Bristol, Avon
When? 1st, 8th & 15th April 2003
What's it about? To enhance the access to the museum, which is visible from the main road.
Where's it happening? Kingswood Haritage Museum Trust, Tower Lane, Warmley, Bristol
What will volunteers do? Tidying up and planting out shrubs, seeding for coming season.
What to wear/bring: Protective clothing.
What will be provided: Refreshments, tools, shrubs and seeds.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? No
Any restrictions? Over 18. No pets.
How many NEW volunteers required?
Press/Media Contact: Mrs Margaret Hanks (0117 967 8587)
Organised by: Kingswood Heritage Museum Trust
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Greenlink Maintenance and Tree Planting
Where? Evesham, Worcestershire
When? Tuesday 15th April 2003
What's it about? Clear and maintain Greenlink Circular Walk ready for May Day and summer. Plant trees on Upper Quarry Ground.
Where's it happening? Field Barn, Evesham Road, Cleeve Prior, Evesham
What will volunteers do? Creosote seats, repaint greenlink signposts, plant trees.
What to wear/bring: Suitable waterproof warm clothing and shoes.
What will be provided: Materials, gloves, tools, instructions.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? No
Any restrictions? No
How many NEW volunteers required? many
Volunteer Contact: Lin Warren (01789 778570)
Press/Media Contact: Don Warren (01789 778570)
Organised by: Cleeve Prior Heritage Trust
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Bat Box Building Day
Where? Gloucester, Gloucestershire
When? Tuesday 15th April 2003
What's it about? A free event for anyone to come and try their hand at bat box building - each group that participates can take home a free bat box, and the rest will be put up on local nature reserves in the city.
Where's it happening? St James City Farm, 22 Albany Street, Tredworth, Gloucester
What will volunteers do? Put together bat boxes from ready made kits.
What to wear/bring: Themselves!!
What will be provided: Wood, nails, tools, light refreshments, expertise.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? No pets on the farm.
How many NEW volunteers required? 15
Volunteer Contact: Tanya Feasey (01432 396831)
Press/Media Contact: Tanya Feasey (01432 396831)
Organised by: Urban Wildspace Project
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Potting & Planting
Where? Milford Haven, West Wales
When? 15th April 2003
What's it about? To 'pot on' seedlings for community planting in the summer and undertake planting of spring/early summer flowers around various community sites.
Where's it happening? various locations, Burton Ferry, Milford Haven
What will volunteers do? One team will 'pot on' plants in the greenhouse, and two teams will take plants out and plant them at community areas around their neighbourhood.
What to wear/bring: Suitable clothing for the weather.
What will be provided: Gloves, plants, tools and refreshments.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Partial
Any restrictions? No dogs.
How many NEW volunteers required? 10
Volunteer Contact: Stevie Lewis (01646 602424)
Press/Media Contact: Stevie Lewis (01646 602424)
Organised by: Burton Coastcare & Environmental Group
Email: BurtonCoastCare@hotmail.com
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Our Heathland Butterflies
Where? Ollerton, Nottinghamshire
When? 15th April 2003
What's it about? Most heathland in Nottinghamshire has disappeared and with it a lot of wildlife, including butterflies. We need to know which butterflies still exist on the remaining heathland.
Where's it happening? various sites in the Sherwood Forest and Ollerton areas of Nottinghamshire, Ollerton
What will volunteers do? Visit heathland sites to see if they are suitable for butterflies, and to find out which species are actually present. Results will go to Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust and to Butterfly Conservation.
What to wear/bring: Stout footwear, refreshments.
What will be provided: Guidance on carrying out surveys, feedback on how results can be used for better butterfly conservation.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? No
Any restrictions? Need to be knowledgeable about butterflies.
How many NEW volunteers required? New volunteers welcome
Volunteer Contact: Barry Prater (01777 818504)
Press/Media Contact: Barry Prater (01777 818504)
Organised by: Butterfly Conservation - East Midlands
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Beach Clean Up
Where? Barry, South Wales - Central
When? 16th April 2003
What's it about? Clearing litter from beach area.
Where's it happening? Main Beach, Barry
What will volunteers do? Remove litter from beach.
What to wear/bring: Suitable clothing.
What will be provided: Lunch.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? None.
How many NEW volunteers required?
Press/Media Contact: Cheryl Quinn (02920 483030)
Organised by: Tremorfa Day Cente
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The Scotalot Raised Bed Herb Garden
Where? Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
When? Wednesday 16th April 2003
What's it about? We are developing our new school allotments project and creating raised beds in part of the garden with easy disabled access. We will create a lovely herb garden and call it the Whitbread Action Earth Herb Garden.
Where's it happening? The Whitemoor Allotments, Wilkinson Street, Whitemoor, Nottingham
What will volunteers do? Prepare the soil and plant and label the herbs in the raised bed.
What to wear/bring:
What will be provided:
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions?
How many NEW volunteers required? None
Press/Media Contact: Angela Verity (0115 928 4478)
Organised by: Scotholme School Allotment Project (SCOTALOT)
Email: angela.verity@btopenworld.com
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Whit-le-Head Community Space
Where? Stanley, Durham
When? 16th April 2003
What's it about? To improve the Whit-le-head Community Space by installing bordering to parts of the site.
Where's it happening? Whit-le-Head, Tantobie, Stanley
What will volunteers do? Volunteers will help install the border on site and also help undertake some weeding.
What to wear/bring: Warm clothes, strong footwear and refreshments.
What will be provided: All tools.
Is there wheelchair access to the site?
Any restrictions? Pets would not be advisable.
How many NEW volunteers required? 5
Volunteer Contact: Stephen McDonald (01207 693202)
Press/Media Contact: Stephen McDonald (01207 693202)
Organised by: Groundwork West Durham
Email: gwkcraghead@hotmail.com
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Scrub Control on St Catherine's Hill
Where? Winchester, Hampshire
When? 16th April 2003
What's it about? Assist Hants. Wildlife Trust in clearing scrub, so as to encourage wild flowers and butterflies.
Where's it happening? St Catherine's Hill, Winchester
What will volunteers do? Clear scrub using bowsaws and loppers. Stack the arisings as required by HWT staff.
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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Reclaiming Confused Spaces
Where? Birmingham, West Midlands
When? 16th-17th 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? corner of Tindal Street, Balsall Heath, Birmingham
What will volunteers do? We will be working with the local school and residents group. They will help clear and prepare the site for planting.
What to wear/bring: Warm clothing, sturdy shoes.
What will be provided: Tools, refreshments, supervision and direction.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? No.
How many NEW volunteers required?
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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Classroom Paper Pecycling Tubs & Litter Pick
Where? Ely, South Wales - Central
When? 17th April 2003 onwards
What's it about? The pupils want to buy bins for each of the classrooms. They will collect waste paper and recycle it, as opposed to sending it to landfill. They will also carry out a litter pick outdoors.
Where's it happening? Woodlands High School, Vincent Road, Ely
What will volunteers do? Collect and recycle paper. Pick litter.
What to wear/bring:
What will be provided: All items required.
Is there wheelchair access to the site?
Any restrictions? Volunteers will be pupils in school.
How many NEW volunteers required?
Press/Media Contact: ian Ford (029 2056 1279 (day), 01446 733186 (eve))
Organised by: Woodlands High School
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Doing Your Bit for Gretna
Where? Gretna, Dumfries & Galloway
When? 17th April 2003
What's it about? A community litter-pick on green spaces in Gretna town centre. Part of a wider campaign to improve the appearance of Gretna, involving local residents, youth group, community groups, the school and media.
Where's it happening? Central Avenue Park, Crickmeer Park and the shoreline, Gretna
What will volunteers do? Pick up, gather and dispose of litter. Put up posters and distribute information, raising awareness. Contribute to litter-art collage.
What to wear/bring: Bring jackets to keep warm.
What will be provided: Bin bags, gloves, refreshments.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? No.
How many NEW volunteers required?
Press/Media Contact: Ged Acton (01461 40875 (day), 07732 466030 (eve))
Organised by: Nelson House Community Project
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Tubs and Hanging Baskets
Where? Rugeley, Staffordshire
When? 17th April 2003
What's it about? We would like to enhance the entrance to our village hall by refilling the hanging baskets bought by last year's project and also having 2 tubs.
Where's it happening? Admaston Village Hall, Admaston, Rugeley
What will volunteers do? Line and fill baskets and tubs with compost, and plant with flowers and trailing plants.
What to wear/bring: Wellingtons, gloves.
What will be provided: Plastic gloves, compost, flowers, liners, trowels, planters, slow release fertiliser.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? No
How many NEW volunteers required? 2
Volunteer Contact: Phyllis Massey (01889 500215)
Press/Media Contact: Phyllis Massey (01889 500215)
Organised by: Admaston Village Hall
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To save, reclaim & restore
Where? , Kent
When? 18 April 2003
What's it about? We aim to plant hedges which will help community cohesion and encourage team building.
Where's it happening? 33 Old Farm Avenue, Sidcup,
What will volunteers do? Volunteers will plant hedges, build raised beds, paths, pond, bog garden, shelters, trellis, seating, perhaps erect a polytunnel and generally assist physically less able or older people.
What to wear/bring: Boots and stout clothing, tools, drinks and snacks.
What will be provided: Training opportunities and experience in ecology, conservation, biodiversity and social opportunities.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? No
Any restrictions? We have volunteers of all ages
How many NEW volunteers required? As many as possible
Volunteer Contact: Rita Grootendorst (0208 300 5122)
Press/Media Contact: Peter Scopes (0208 300 5716 / 0208 300 4018)
Organised by: Sidcup Community Group
Email: rgrootendorst@btclick.com
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C.H.C.A. Conservation Area Team
Where? Margam, South Wales - West
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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Y6 - Bird Boxes/Heston Brake Woods
Where? Portskewett, South Wales - East
When? 1st - 18th April 2003
What's it about? The year six children will erect bird boxes in the woods which form part of Heston Brake.
Where's it happening? Heston Brake Wood, Portskewett
What will volunteers do? Locate positions for placing bird boxes in trees, following advice and working with members of the RSPB.
What to wear/bring: Wellies, packed lunch, tabards.
What will be provided: Saws, nails (galvanised), nest boxes, gloves, cordless power drills, screwdrivers.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? No
Any restrictions?
How many NEW volunteers required?
Press/Media Contact: Graham Murphy (01291 420526)
Organised by: Archbishop Rowan Williams School
Email: arwprimary@monmouthshire.gov.uk
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All Saints T-Time Club
Where? Wolverhampton, West Midlands
When? 1st - 18th April 2003
What's it about? To plant up an area at the rear of our community centre. We will grow plants (including sunflowers, cosmos and monarda) from seed in our new greenhouse.
Where's it happening? All Saints Community Centre, All Saints Road, Wolverhampton
What will volunteers do? Sow seeds and help with gardening at the community centre. People will also be able to take some seeds home with them.
What to wear/bring: Strong work boots & waterproof coat, if you want to work in the garden. Seed sowing will be done inside the community centre.
What will be provided: Gloves and refreshments.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Partial
Any restrictions?
How many NEW volunteers required? as many as possible
Volunteer Contact: ()
Press/Media Contact: Tina Coyne (01902 455898)
Organised by: All Saints T-Time Club
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Grand Union Canal Rejuvenation Program
Where? Abbots Lanley/Church Langley, Hertfordshire
When? 19th April 2003
What's it about? With the help of 100 volunteers from the local community, inner London groups and organisations we intend to rejuvenate the Grand Union Canal in 8 sections between Hunton Bridge and Nash Mills. By involving the local community, we will encourage pride in this resource, a better understanding of the waterways and environmental awareness.
Where's it happening? Grand Union Canal, Abbots Lanley/Church Langley
What will volunteers do? Rubbish clearance; maintenance of existing plants and foliage; planting/re-planting program; maintenance of canal span.
What to wear/bring: Suitable warm clothing, protective gloves, wet weather clothing, packed lunch.
What will be provided: All necessary equipment, snacks, liquid refreshment - hot/cold.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? No.
How many NEW volunteers required?
Press/Media Contact: Stephen Ewart (07966 210828)
Organised by: South West Herts Narrow Boat Project
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Fern Forest
Where? Biggar, Strathclyde
When? Saturday 19th April 2003
What's it about? To underplant ancient beeches with a variety of ferns giving added interest to passers by on Main Street Leadhills.
Where's it happening? Scots Mining Company House, Leadhills, Biggar
What will volunteers do? Help to plant the ferns.
What to wear/bring: Suitable outdoor clothes.
What will be provided: Tea, coffee and biscuits.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? No
Any restrictions? No dogs.
How many NEW volunteers required? 10
Volunteer Contact: Greta Clark (01659 74235)
Press/Media Contact: Greta Clark (01659 74235)
Organised by: Friends of Scots Mining Company House
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Kappa Youth Group
Where? Blaenauon, South Wales - East
When? Saturday 19th April 2003
What's it about? To develop a Youth Area within the community meadow for young people living in the estate of Capel Newydd. This will be designed and developed by young people.
Where's it happening? Early Field, Capel Newydd Estate, Blaenauon
What will volunteers do? Young volunteers will develop a youth area within the Early Field. The day will consist of erecting bird/bat boxes, litter picking, and incorporating seating areas for young people and community residents.
What to wear/bring: Protective clothing and sensible footwear.
What will be provided: All equipment, insurance, first aid, support mentor.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? Mostly targeting young people residing within the area of benefit.
How many NEW volunteers required?
Press/Media Contact: Sianne Morgan (07946 094198)
Organised by: Capel Newydd Community Association
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Beach Roamers
Where? Gower, South Wales - Central
When? 19th 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 month during April.
Where's it happening? Salt House, Gower
What will volunteers do? Rubbish and litter that has collected during the winter months will be bagged and removed ready for when the public use the facilities.
What to wear/bring: Waterproof footwear and warm clothes. Gloves if possible.
What will be provided: Refreshments.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Partial
Any restrictions? None.
How many NEW volunteers required? 5+
Volunteer Contact: Mr Geoff Payne (07974 955418)
Press/Media Contact: Mr Geoff Payne (07974 955418)
Organised by: Port Eynon Boat Club
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Clematis Up the Wall
Where? Kingsbury, Greater London
When? 19th April 2003
What's it about? We had the walls repointed leaving a bare area in the back of the herbaceous border. Clematis growing up trees, posts etc. would provide colour.
Where's it happening? Roe Green Walled Garden, Kingsbury Road, Kingsbury
What will volunteers do? Help plant clematis, write name labels.
What to wear/bring: Stout shoes or wellies.
What will be provided: Refreshments, toilet, tools.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? No restrictions - all welcome.
How many NEW volunteers required? as many as possible
Volunteer Contact: Mrs Monica Green (020 8452 9578)
Press/Media Contact: Mrs Monica Green (020 8452 9578)
Organised by: Barn Hill Conservation Group
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St Francis Garden - Compost Bins/Rubbish Bins
Where? Lincoln, Lincolnshire
When? 19th April 2003
What's it about? The garden generates a lot of 'green' waste. We'd like to build a compost bin, the compost will then be used on the garden to improve the soil. Put in rubbish bins.
Where's it happening? Mill Lodge, Canwick Hill, Lincoln
What will volunteers do? Construct two compost bins, prepare area where bins are to be placed. Put in rubbish bins.
What to wear/bring: Suitable clothing, hammer/nails, spade/brooms.
What will be provided: Refreshments, materials, limited tools.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? No pets.
How many NEW volunteers required? as many as possible
Volunteer Contact: Corinna Hanwell (07813 374284)
Press/Media Contact: Corinna Hanwell (07813 374284)
Organised by: St Francis Garden Project
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War Memorial Facelift
Where? Liverpool, Merseyside
When? 19 April 2003
What's it about? The memorial is a key focal point as you enter the village. We would like to reshape and plant the flower beds creating a mixture of permanent and seasonal planting. A local garden centre is producing a design for us.
Where's it happening? Hightown, Nr Liverpool to Southport Road, Liverpool
What will volunteers do? Reshape and prepare flower beds for planting. Plant shrubs and/or seasonal plants
What to wear/bring: Suitable clothing. Refreshments. Gardening equipment
What will be provided: Soil conditioner, fertilizer. Shrubs / grasses / annuals
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Partial
Any restrictions? None
How many NEW volunteers required? 15
Volunteer Contact: Margaret Seddon (0151 929 2492)
Press/Media Contact: Margaret Seddon (0151 929 2492)
Organised by: Hightown Parish Council
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Planting Pinks
Where? London, Greater London
When? Saturday 19th April 2003
What's it about? To plant a mass of pinks in our community garden - to make a visual impact and also a perfume for visually impaired visitors.
Where's it happening? Roe Green Walled Garden, Kingsbury Road, Kingsbury, London
What will volunteers do? Plant the pinks.
What to wear/bring: Wellies.
What will be provided: Tools and refreshments.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? No
How many NEW volunteers required? any number
Volunteer Contact: Kim (020 904 5090/020 8206 0492)
Press/Media Contact: Kim (020 904 5090/020 8206 0492)
Organised by: Barn Hill Conservation Group
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Squirrel-Proof Feeders for Birds
Where? London, Greater London
When? Saturday 19th April 2003
What's it about? To encourage awareness and knowledge of wildlife within Roe Green Walled Garden - particularly to note and identify birds.
Where's it happening? Roe Green Walled Garden, Kingsbury Road, Kingsbury, London
What will volunteers do? Fill and put up feeders, and encourage observation and identification with books and display charts.
What to wear/bring: Outdoor clothing suitable for gardening.
What will be provided: Tools, bird feeders, bird food, books, charts, binoculars. Tea, coffee, light refreshments.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? Preferably no dogs.
How many NEW volunteers required? New volunteers always welcome.
Volunteer Contact: Kathy Northcroft (020 8206 0589/8206 0492)
Press/Media Contact: Kathy Northcroft (020 8206 0589)
Organised by: Barn Hill Conservation Group
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Digging It!
Where? Shrewsbury, Shropshire
When? 14th - 19th April 2003
What's it about? To enable a wildlife watch group (children aged 7-12 years) to design, dig and plant up an area of the SWT grounds as an example of good practice in child- and wildlife-friendly gardening on a budget. It will inspire visitors to improve their space for kids and wildlife.
Where's it happening? Shropshire Wildlife Trust, 193 Abbey Foregate, Shrewsbury
What will volunteers do? Design, plan and build a small garden.
What to wear/bring: Packed lunch and drink, rough scruffy clothes. Good tough footwear an advantage.
What will be provided: All tools necessary, garden designer, 'power' snacks to keep up spirits and morale!
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? Under 7s to be accompanied by a parent/carer.
How many NEW volunteers required? 15
Volunteer Contact: Sara or Janet (01743 284280)
Press/Media Contact: Sara Bellis (01743 284280)
Organised by: Shropshire Wildlife Trust
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Acomb Wood Regeneration
Where? York, North Yorkshire
When? Saturday 19th April 2003
What's it about? Restore Acomb Wood by replanting lower level plants/hedges, litter picking, hazel coppicing and establish designated pathways planting wild flowers and involving local youth and community to avoid future vandalism.
Where's it happening? Acomb Wood, Acomb Wood Drive, York
What will volunteers do? Litter pick, build habitat piles, plant hedgerow on wood perimeter, plant wild flowers, build bird boxes, assist with hazel coppicing.
What to wear/bring: Wear strong boots/shoes and old clothes. Bring a trowel or spade if you have one. Packed lunch.
What will be provided: All hedgerow plants, foxgloves and other suitable wild flower plugs, bird box kits, bow saws for hazel coppicing, light refreshment.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? No
Any restrictions? None
How many NEW volunteers required? 10 to 15
Volunteer Contact: Michelle Bainbridge (01904 613161/07767 318101)
Press/Media Contact: Michelle Bainbridge (01904 613161/07767 318101)
Organised by: 48th York Dringhouses Guides and Friends of Acomb Wood
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Walled Garden - Corstophine Hill
Where? Edinburgh, Lothian
When? 20th April 2003
What's it about? We have restored the overgrown Hillwood Walled Garden into a Woodland Walk for the community. The aim is to allow the less physically fit to be able to appreciate the garden as a microcosm of the vegetation found on the hill and at the same time offer educational opportunities.
Where's it happening? Corstorphine Hill, Clermiston Road, Edinburgh
What will volunteers do? Clearing winter debris, weeding, planting, clearing and digging new areas, path maintenance and drainage, building compost bins, clear area for shed, painting and staining benches, litter picks. Have a pleasant day on Corstorphine Hill.
What to wear/bring: Outdoor clothing, packed lunch.
What will be provided: Tools, light refreshments (juices, water, biscuits etc.)
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? All welcome.
How many NEW volunteers required? as many as possible
Volunteer Contact: Leslie Foggie (0131 312 6554)
Press/Media Contact: Leslie Foggie (0131 312 6554)
Organised by: Friends of Corstophine Hill
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Beach Roamers
Where? Gower, South Wales - Central
When? 20th 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 month during April.
Where's it happening? Horton Beach, Gower
What will volunteers do? Rubbish and litter that has collected during the winter months will be bagged and removed ready for when the public use the facilities.
What to wear/bring: Waterproof footwear and warm clothes. Gloves if possible.
What will be provided: Refreshments.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Partial
Any restrictions? None.
How many NEW volunteers required? 5+
Volunteer Contact: Mr Geoff Payne (07974 955418)
Press/Media Contact: Mr Geoff Payne (07974 955418)
Organised by: Port Eynon Boat Club
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Acorn Venture Farm
Where? Liverpool, Merseyside
When? Sunday 20th April 2003
What's it about? To get young volunteers to construct bat and/or bird boxes, half for the project and half for them to put up in an area near their own homes.
Where's it happening? Acorn Venture Farm, Depot Road, Kirkby, Liverpool
What will volunteers do? Help build bat and/or bird boxes to put up in farm woodland and construct another to take home.
What to wear/bring: Clothing and footwear suitable for working on the site.
What will be provided: Access to refreshment facilities. Toilet and handwashing facilities.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? 8+ years due to nature of site. No animal allowed.
How many NEW volunteers required?
Press/Media Contact: Alison Mercer (0151 548 1524)
Organised by: Acorn Venture Farm
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Allotment Health Initiative
Where? Milngavie, Strathclyde
When? 20th March - 10th April 2003
What's it about? We are running four days of conservation activity with a men's group from Stockhill Hospital. The group is run for refugees and asylum seekers suffering from mental health issues.
Where's it happening? Hamilton Hill Allotments, Milngavie
What will volunteers do? Volunteers will be led through a series of warm up exercises before commencing on a conservation activity at Hamilton Hill allotments. The work will be centred around planting and designing space for growth. Warm down exercises will be carried out at the end of the session.
What to wear/bring: Warm clothes, sensible footwear.
What will be provided: PPE, tools, leadership, transport.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? Closed group of volunteers.
How many NEW volunteers required?
Press/Media Contact: Jenny Biggart (0141 955 1504)
Organised by: BTCV Scotland - Environments For All
Email: j.biggart@btcv.org.uk
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Forge Valley Boardwalk Residential (NNR)
Where? North York Moors National Park, North Yorkshire
When? Saturday 19th & Sunday 20th April 2003
What's it about? Extend the boardwalk through Forge Valley and to construct some steps making the area accessible to all users.
Where's it happening? Forge Valley, West Ayton, North York Moors National Park
What will volunteers do? Help construct a boardwalk and steps.
What to wear/bring: Old clothes, sturdy shoes/boots, waterproofs, lunch
What will be provided: Tea, coffee and biscuits,; leadership and supervision; first aid provision; transport to site depending on booking; tools and materials.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? Age 16+ (with parental consent form if under 18). No pets.
How many NEW volunteers required? 6
Volunteer Contact: Richard Garland (01904 644300)
Press/Media Contact: Richard Garland (01904 644300)
Organised by: BTCV - York
Email: york@btcv.org.uk
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Whitbread Otter Holt
Where? Welshpool, Mid Wales
When? 20th April 2003
What's it about? To make an artificial otter holt on the side of a brook used by otters.
Where's it happening? Gelli-Gethin, Llanfair Caereinion, Welshpool
What will volunteers do? Construct an artificial otter holt. Look for otter spraints and take them apart to see what the otter has been eating.
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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