Projects taking place in the week beginning 6 January 2003

New Year's Eavestone, North Yorkshire
Where? Pateley Bridge (nr.), North Yorkshire
When? 30th December 2002 - 6th January 2003
What's it about? To create a circular walk around Eavestone Lake in the Nidderdale AONB
Where's it happening? Eavestone, Pateley Bridge (nr.)
What will volunteers do? Create a circular walk by undertaking a variety of tasks including step building, vegetation clearance and boardwalk construction
What to wear/bring: Warm work clothes, waterproof clothing, sleeping bag
What will be provided: Tools, protective boots, waterproof clothing, accommodation, food and non-alcoholic drinks, transport to/from nearest railway station
Is there wheelchair access to the site? No
Any restrictions? Age 16+, no pets
How many NEW volunteers required? 14
Volunteer Contact: BTCV North Yorkshire (01748 811970)
Press/Media Contact: Ann Purbrick (01748 811970)
Organised by: BTCV North Yorkshire
Email: North-Yorkshire@btcv.org.uk
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Footpath Improvement Work
Where? Blackford, Tayside
When? 7th January 2003
What's it about? To improve the access to an old churchyard in the village of Blackford.
Where's it happening? Near to the rail/road crossing in Blackford, Blackford
What will volunteers do? Dig out the existing path and replace old railway sleepers with new. Lay new gravel on path. Breaking up existing concrete/stone.
What to wear/bring: Waterproofs, wellies, lunch.
What will be provided: Tea, coffee, biscuits, tools, instruction.
Is there wheelchair access to the site?
Any restrictions? No pets.
How many NEW volunteers required? 1 or 2
Volunteer Contact: Miles Dickinson (01786 479697)
Press/Media Contact: Miles Dickinson (01786 479697)
Organised by: BTCV Scotland
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Coppicing at Blackbrook Reservoir
Where? Shepshed, Leicestershire
When? Tuesday 7th January 2003
What's it about? To work with volunteers, coppicing willow around the edge of the local reservoir to encourage the diverse range of plants growing there.
Where's it happening? Blackbrook Reservoir (Grid ref: SK457177), Nr Charley Road, Shepshed
What will volunteers do? Volunteers will learn to coppice willow - a traditional management technique, using bowsaws, loppers.
What to wear/bring: Sturdy footwear, waterproofs, warm clothes, lunch.
What will be provided: BTCV minibus transport from Swadlincote Ski Centre @ 9.30am and Snibston Discovery Park @10am. Also provide tools, training, hot drinks and biscuits.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? No
Any restrictions? 16 years plus.
How many NEW volunteers required? As many as possible
Volunteer Contact: Lucy Ashworth (01283 229096)
Press/Media Contact: Lucy Ashworth (01283 229096)
Organised by: BTCV
Email: L.Ashworth@btcv.org.uk
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Bird Boxes
Where? Dinas Powys & Vale of Glamorgan, South Wales - Central
When? Wednesday 8th January 2003
What's it about? Create more nesting sites in areas accessible to wheelchair users and disabled people to enhance their appreciation of nature.
Where's it happening? various sites, Dinas Powys & Vale of Glamorgan
What will volunteers do? Build and erect bird boxes.
What to wear/bring: Packed lunch, weatherproof and warm clothing
What will be provided: All materials, tools, transport
Is there wheelchair access to the site?
Any restrictions? Police checks as group of vulnerable adults with learning disabilities are involved.
How many NEW volunteers required? 30
Volunteer Contact: Steve Thomas/Melanie Carter (01446 746691)
Press/Media Contact: Steve Thomas (01446 746691 (day), 029 20 515964 (eve))
Organised by: Valeplus
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Let Our Water Run Free
Where? Fermanagh, Northern Ireland
When? Wednesday 8th January 2003
What's it about? Our project will entail volunteers cleaning up the banks and taking away all the bottles, cans and debris from the river that runs past our Centre.
Where's it happening? 64 Mill St, Enniskillen, Fermanagh
What will volunteers do? They will clear all the cans, bottles and rubbish from the river and banks
What to wear/bring: Old clothes and wellies. Possibly rain wear as well
What will be provided: A light lunch and transport where necessary
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions?
How many NEW volunteers required? 10-12
Volunteer Contact: Ken Graham (02866 325522)
Press/Media Contact: Ken Graham (02866 325522 (day), 02866 388695 (eve))
Organised by: Fermanagh Voluntary Assoc. of the Disabled
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Another Happy Valley Monday
Where? Grantham, Lincolnshire
When? Monday 8th January 2003
What's it about? Clearing invading scrub on this important limestone grassland nature reserve.
Where's it happening? Ancaster Valley Nature Reserve, Ancaster, Grantham
What will volunteers do? Helping to clear invading scrub using handtools
What to wear/bring: Warm clothing and a packed lunch
What will be provided: Hot drinks (tea/coffee), all tools and safety equipment
Is there wheelchair access to the site? No
Any restrictions? No dogs
How many NEW volunteers required? 10
Volunteer Contact: Peter Morrell (01529 308396)
Press/Media Contact: Peter Morrell (07740 899676 (day), 01427 667715 (eve))
Organised by: BTCV North Kesteven
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River Cam Otter Holt
Where? Hauxton (nr.), Cambridgeshire
When? 8th January 2003
What's it about? Volunteers will build an otter holt from logs and branches from previous pollarding done on site. Will provide an important potential site for otters to breed.
Where's it happening? River Cam, Hauxton (nr.)
What will volunteers do? Arrange logs and brash into an otter holt, using bow saws and loppers to cut wood to length.
What to wear/bring: Old clothes, sturdy footwear/wellies, packed lunch.
What will be provided: Gloves, tools, hot drinks and biscuits at lunchtime.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? No
Any restrictions? Age range 18-70.
How many NEW volunteers required?
Press/Media Contact: Mark Ricketts (01223 712410, 07734 478462 (mob.))
Organised by: Cambridge Greenbelt Project
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Wrenthorpe Pastures Bridge
Where? Wakefield, West Yorkshire
When? 8th January 2003
What's it about? To build a bridge where a footpath crosses the outflow from a natural spring.
Where's it happening? Wrenthorpe Pastures, off Wrenthorpe Road, Wakefield
What will volunteers do? Dig out foundations. Carry construction materials across field. Put in bridge supports. Construct bridge - bolt together. Reform path to bridge.
What to wear/bring: Packed lunch, warm outdoor clothing, strong (preferably steel toe-capped) footwear.
What will be provided: Tea, coffee and biscuits; transport to and from site; protective footwear if requested in advance; gloves.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? No
Any restrictions? No pets in van; No under 16s without parent or guardian; under 16 require written parental consent.
How many NEW volunteers required?
Press/Media Contact: Glyn Levis (01924 384998)
Organised by: BTCV
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Betty & Elaine's Beautiful Garden Project
Where? Isle of Bute, Strathclyde
When? 8th-9th January 2003
What's it about? To make a derelict piece of ground into a beautiful garden, using recycled materials, that all may enjoy. We are using organic methods and are saving hard to buy a polytunnel.
Where's it happening? Castle Street, Port Bannatyne, Isle of Bute
What will volunteers do? Clearing raised beds - replanting raised beds - sowing seeds - weeding - digging new beds
What to wear/bring: nothing
What will be provided: everything
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? No
How many NEW volunteers required?
Press/Media Contact: Elaine Jukes/Betty Wright (01700 500445/01700 500133)
Organised by: Residents
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Half Moon Pond Vole Habitat
Where? Wakefield, West Yorkshire
When? 9th January 2003
What's it about? Improve habitat for local vole populations by clearing the site of vegetation.
Where's it happening? Half Moon Pond, off Kirkthorpe Lane, Kirkthorpe, Wakefield
What will volunteers do? Clear vegetation and prepare site.
What to wear/bring: Packed lunch, warm outdoor clothing and strong (preferably steel toe-capped) footwear.
What will be provided: Tea, coffee and biscuits; transport to and from site; protective footwear if requested in advance; gloves.
Is there wheelchair access to the site?
Any restrictions? No pets in van, No under 16s without parent or guardian, Under 18s require written parental consent.
How many NEW volunteers required?
Press/Media Contact: Glyn Levis (01924 384998)
Organised by: BTCV
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Recycling Our Used Materials
Where? Barry, South Wales - Central
When? Saturday 4th January - Friday 10th January 2003
What's it about? Encouraging our group to recycle. Workshop based on sorting through materials with appropriate bins and using a compost bin.
Where's it happening? Barry
What will volunteers do? Take part in a workshop where teachers (volunteers) will explain the benefits of recycling. Set up a compost bin on site and identify appropriate materials.
What to wear/bring: Warm weather gear, wellingtons.
What will be provided: Bins, examples of waste materials. Hot lunches for volunteers.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? No
How many NEW volunteers required? as many as possible
Volunteer Contact: Melanie Carter (01446 746691)
Press/Media Contact: Steve Thomas (01446 746691 (day), 029 20 515764 (eve))
Organised by: Valeplus
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Carr Vale Clean Up
Where? Bolsover, Derbyshire
When? 10th January 2003
What's it about? A group of children from Potterton Primary School will visit the reserve, help restore a small area of wetland and clear paths. They will then make posters to encourage responsible dog walking on the reserve (a haven for birds).
Where's it happening? Carr Vale Flash, Bolsover
What will volunteers do? Volunteers will supervise the children during the practical work (removing scrub to enhance wetlands). They will also accompany the children on a fact-finding walk to discover what are the issues around having dogs on a nature reserve.
What to wear/bring: Warm, waterproof clothing (preferably old). Wellies. Possibly a warm drink.
What will be provided: Work gloves, tools (loppers). First aid kit.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? No
Any restrictions? Volunteers must be checked through the school to satisfy LEA regulations. We will primarily be trying to encourage volunteers whose children are at the school.
How many NEW volunteers required?
Press/Media Contact: Clare Hockey (01773 881188(day), 01773 880329(eve))
Organised by: Derbyshire Wildlife Trust
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Recycling
Where? Cardiff, South Wales - Central
When? Friday 10th January 2003
What's it about? Setting up a compost area
Where's it happening? Ysgol Gyfun Glan Taf Eco Club, Bridge Road, Llandaff, Cardiff
What will volunteers do? A composting workshop
What to wear/bring: Just warm clothes
What will be provided: Workshop on composting, and setting up area
Is there wheelchair access to the site?
Any restrictions? No dogs allowed
How many NEW volunteers required? 10
Volunteer Contact: Rhiannon Simms (07762 749008)
Press/Media Contact: Rhiannon Simms (07762 749008)
Organised by: Ysgol Gyfun Glan Taf
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Repair Access Road to Nature Reserve
Where? Newark (nr.), Nottinghamshire
When? 10th January 2003
What's it about? To enable cyclists and motor vehicles to have an improved access road to site and clearing woodlands and ponds.
Where's it happening? Dukes Wood Museum and Nature Reserve, Newark (nr.)
What will volunteers do? Fill in holes in access road with supplied tarmac material. Rake out dykes to pond in the reserve.
What to wear/bring: Wellingtons, gloves and waterproofs.
What will be provided: Refreshments and tools for the jobs.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? None.
How many NEW volunteers required? 4
Volunteer Contact: Kevin Topham (01623 882446)
Press/Media Contact: Kevin Topham (01623 882446)
Organised by: Friends of the Plantation
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Enviro-clean-up
Where? Trowbridge, Wiltshire
When? 10th January 2003
What's it about? Working with students of farm to clear paths, ditches and river banks. As students have in some cases learning difficulties and behavioural problems, teaches them to work on their own and gain confidence.
Where's it happening? Various areas, Trowbridge
What will volunteers do? Clear derelict land by canal/river and ditches - main area being River Biss in Trowbridge. Walking distance from farm.
What to wear/bring: Wellington boots, protective clothing.
What will be provided: Limited amount of tools, bags and wheelbarrows.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? No.
How many NEW volunteers required? As many as want to come.
Volunteer Contact: Wendy Self (01225 751675)
Press/Media Contact: Brian Messam (01225 777622)
Organised by: Larkrise Community Farm
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Christmas Tree Recycling
Where? Birmingham, West Midlands
When? 11th January 2003
What's it about? Shred and compost Christmas trees.
Where's it happening? Kingfisher Project Car Park, Coventry Road, Hay Mills, Birmingham
What will volunteers do? Collect trees from public, help man shredding machine, keep site tidy.
What to wear/bring: Warm clothes.
What will be provided: Protective clothing.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? No.
How many NEW volunteers required?
Press/Media Contact: Ian Brown (0121 325 5330 (day), 0121 444 4423 (eve))
Organised by: Run Amuck Community Composting
Email: ian@csvenvironment.org.uk
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Christmas Tree Recycling
Where? Birmingham, West Midlands
When? 11th January 2003
What's it about? Shred and compost Christmas trees.
Where's it happening? Yew Tree Public House, Stechford, Birmingham
What will volunteers do? Collect trees from public, help man shredding machine, keep site tidy.
What to wear/bring: Warm clothes.
What will be provided: Protective clothing.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? No.
How many NEW volunteers required?
Press/Media Contact: Ian Brown (0121 325 5330 (day), 0121 444 4423 (eve))
Organised by: Run Amuck Community Composting
Email: ian@csvenvironment.org.uk
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Daffodils Around
Where? Bridlington (nr.), Humberside
When? Saturday 11th January 2003
What's it about? To plant daffodil bulbs around road signs and village name signs
Where's it happening? Around the village, Flamborough, Bridlington (nr.)
What will volunteers do? Plant daffodils
What to wear/bring: Wear warm/waterproof clothing/shoes
What will be provided: Gloves, bulbs, planting equipment
Is there wheelchair access to the site? No
Any restrictions? Children must be accompanied by an adult
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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Bulb Planting on Clayton War Memorial Site
Where? Doncaster, South Yorkshire
When? 11th January 2003
What's it about? To arrange for village children to plant spring bulbs surrounding Clayton War Memorial, which may encourage them to teat this area with more respect.
Where's it happening? Clayton War Memorial site, Churchfield Road, Clayton, Doncaster
What will volunteers do? Plant spring bulbs under the supervision of volunteer councillors
What to wear/bring: Protective clothing if cold and wet
What will be provided: Garden trowels and refreshments in the village hall
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? No children under 7 or pets
How many NEW volunteers required? volunteers from the village
Volunteer Contact: Jack Illidge (01977 646398)
Press/Media Contact: Jack Illidge (01977 646398)
Organised by: Clayton-with-Frickley Parish Council
Email: jack.illidge@btopenworld.com
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To Increase the Area of Wetland Plants on Clayton Millennium Green
Where? Doncaster, South Yorkshire
When? 11th January 2003
What's it about? To increase the area of wetland plants on Clayton Millennium Green and to add a greater variety of plants, creating more interest and encouraging more wildlife to this area of our village.
Where's it happening? Clayton Millennium Green, Churchfield Road, Clayton, Doncaster
What will volunteers do? The volunteers will be village children who will prepare the wet area surrounding the pond and plant the marshland plants under the supervision of committee members.
What to wear/bring: Protective clothing
What will be provided: Administrative skills and horticultural knowledge; heavy labour for cleaning the area; refreshments in the village hall.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? No dogs.
How many NEW volunteers required? 5 or 6 village children
Volunteer Contact: Jack Illidge (01977 646398)
Press/Media Contact: Jack Illidge (01977 646398)
Organised by: Clayton Millennium Committee
Email: jack.illidge@btopenworld.com
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Hedge planting
Where? Doncaster, South Yorkshire
When? 11th January 2003
What's it about? To fill in gaps in hawthorn hedge which is the boundary around the village hall
Where's it happening? Churchfield Road, Clayton, Doncaster
What will volunteers do? Prepare the ground and plant hedgerow whips.
What to wear/bring: Protective gloves and suitable footwear.
What will be provided: Spades and secateurs, refreshments.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? No
How many NEW volunteers required? 3
Volunteer Contact: Mrs Ellis (01977 643753)
Press/Media Contact: Mrs S Ellis (01977 643753)
Organised by: Clayton Village Hall Committee
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Ailgylchu Coed Naddig/Recycling Christmas Trees
Where? Fishguard, South Wales - West
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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Christmas Tree Shredding Event 2003
Where? Bristol, Avon
When? Sunday 12th January 2003
What's it about? To arrange a large woodchipper which will provide a free Xmas tree shredding service for the local area. The chippings will then be available to allotment holders to use as mulch. It also provides on hand education and advice about recycling.
Where's it happening? Horfield Allotments, Corner of Monk Road and Clevedon Road, Bristol
What will volunteers do? Help people carry Christmas trees, answer questions from the public about recycling, cut larger branches off the trees so they can go through the shredder. Tidy up afterwards.
What to wear/bring: Sturdy shoes, gloves and make sure they wear weatherproof clothing.
What will be provided: Branch cutters, refreshments. Some gloves may be available.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? No
Any restrictions? Children must be accompanied by an adult (Because there is dangerous equipment on site & lots of vehicles). Everyone is welcome.
How many NEW volunteers required?
Press/Media Contact: Peter Hall (0117 930 4355)
Organised by: Bishopston Action on Waste Group
Email: lizzy.w@virgin.net
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Worm Christmas Tree Recycling
Where? Bristol, Avon
When? Sunday 12th January 2003
What's it about? Community Christmas Tree collection point and shredding, plus general promotion of recycling.
Where's it happening? Westbury Park, Bristol
What will volunteers do? Take part in risk assessment. Prepare trees for shredding - removing decorations etc. Promote recycling with info stall.
What to wear/bring: Warm clothes, sturdy boots (preferably steel toe-capped), gloves.
What will be provided: Spare gloves, reflective bibs, refreshments.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? No children or pets.
How many NEW volunteers required? as many as possible
Volunteer Contact: Stuart (0117 930 4355)
Press/Media Contact: Peter Hall (0117 930 4355)
Organised by: Worm Action on Waste Group
Email: peterh@recyclingconsortium.org.uk
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Bromham Nature Reserve - Willow Coppicing
Where? Bromham, Bedfordshire
When? Sunday 12th January 2003
What's it about? Coppicing willow to encourage regrowth/habitat
Where's it happening? Bromham Nature Reserve, Lower Farm Road, Bromham
What will volunteers do? Coppice willow using hand tools. Safety talk and training provided.
What to wear/bring: Old clothes, strong boots/shoes/wellies.
What will be provided: Tea, coffee, biscuits. All tools, first aid etc.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? No
Any restrictions? No under 16s unless accompanied by an adult
How many NEW volunteers required?
Press/Media Contact: Dave Lowe (01525 633929)
Organised by: Beds. Conservation Volunteers
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Hampton Community Orchard: Clearance & Maintenance
Where? Evesham, Worcestershire
When? Sunday 12th January 2003
What's it about? Clearing and tidying a 2-acre plum orchard recently acquired as a community orchard.
Where's it happening? Hampton Community Orchard, Peewit Road, Hampton, Evesham
What will volunteers do? Clear fallen branches and sort for burning or conversion to fuel. Collect litter, plastic etc. for disposal. Start moving tall grass/scrub in tree rows.
What to wear/bring: Stout waterproof footwear and suitable clothing.
What will be provided: Working gloves, all necessary tools, refreshments.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? No
Any restrictions? Pets and children must be under control.
How many NEW volunteers required? Lots
Volunteer Contact: Colin Grove (01386 49457)
Press/Media Contact: Lin Warren (01789 778570)
Organised by: Vale Landscape Heritage Trust
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Restoring Old Chalk Downland
Where? Gillingham, Kent
When? Sunday 12th January 2003
What's it about? Cutting back the hawthorn and blackthorn (scrub) for the benefit of the spring and summer wildflowers.
Where's it happening? Darland Banks, Gillingham
What will volunteers do? Cut back scrub
What to wear/bring: Old clothes, strong shoes/wellies, waterproofs, packed lunch
What will be provided: Tea, coffee, biscuits, gloves, tools, any training where necessary
Is there wheelchair access to the site? No
Any restrictions? Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult
How many NEW volunteers required? 20 or more if possible
Volunteer Contact: Alison Ruyter (07740 182876/01622 662012)
Press/Media Contact: Dan Attwood (01622 662012)
Organised by: Kent Wildlife Trust
Email: info@kentwildlife.org.uk
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Butterfly Endangered Species Team (B.E.S.T.)
Where? Kendal, Cumbria
When? 12th January 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? Durham Bridge Wood, Lyth Valley, Kendal
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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Clydach Valley Footpath Project
Where? Neath Abbey, South Wales - West
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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Green Group - Enhancing Alderman Smith
Where? Nuneaton, Warwickshire
When? 12th January 2003
What's it about? The continual improvement of our school campus
Where's it happening? Alderman Smith School, Radnor Drive, Nuneaton
What will volunteers do? Plant up hanging baskets for the winter, tidy up wildflower area.
What to wear/bring: Suitable clothing and refreshments
What will be provided: Gardening equipment
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? School members only
How many NEW volunteers required?
Press/Media Contact: Ann Jenkins (024 7634 1134 (day), 01455 212565 (eve))
Organised by: Alderman Smith School Green Group
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Country Park Conservation
Where? Oxford, Oxfordshire
When? 12th January 2003
What's it about? Conservation of a country park and restoration of an old English countryside for animals.
Where's it happening? Shotover Preservation Trust, National Park, Headington, Oxford
What will volunteers do? Remove bracken, brambles etc. and burn.
What to wear/bring: Warm clothing, wellingtons, shears and clippers.
What will be provided: Some tools.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? No
Any restrictions? No pets.
How many NEW volunteers required? 5
Volunteer Contact: Ken Edwards (01865 763405)
Press/Media Contact: Ken Edwards (01865 763405)
Organised by: 37th Oxford cub/scout group
Email: tracy.edwards@cancer.org.uk
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Have a Swale Time
Where? Richmond (nr.), North Yorkshire
When? 10th - 12th January 2003
What's it about? Clearing hawthorn from rare calcareous grassland
Where's it happening? Lower Applegarth Farm, Lower Swaledale Woods, Richmond (nr.)
What will volunteers do? Clear encroaching hawthorn
What to wear/bring: Warm work clothes, waterproof clothing, sleeping bag
What will be provided: Tools, protective boots, waterproof clothing, accommodation, food and non-alcoholic drinks, transport to/from nearest railway station
Is there wheelchair access to the site? No
Any restrictions? Age 16+, no pets
How many NEW volunteers required? 14
Volunteer Contact: BTCV North Yorkshire (01748 811970)
Press/Media Contact: Ann Purbrick (01748 811970)
Organised by: BTCV North Yorkshire
Email: North-Yorkshire@btcv.org.uk
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Coppicing at Garston Wood
Where? Sixpenny Handley, Dorset
When? Sunday 12th January 2003
What's it about? Coppicing hazel semi-natural ancient woodland on an established 10 year rotation
Where's it happening? Garston Wood, RSPB Nature Reserve, Sixpenny Handley
What will volunteers do? Coppice hazel using bowsaws and long-handled loppers
What to wear/bring: Refreshments, waterproof clothing, strong shoes or boots
What will be provided: Gloves, tools and training
Is there wheelchair access to the site? No
Any restrictions? Age range 15 - 75, no pets
How many NEW volunteers required? New volunteers always welcome!
Volunteer Contact: Tony Goddard (01725 510309)
Press/Media Contact: Tony Goddard (01722 420934 (day), 01725 510309 (eve))
Organised by: RSPB-South Wilts Group
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Christmas Tree Recycling Project
Where? Whiteley, Hampshire
When? Sunday 5th and Sunday 12th January 2003
What's it about? To collect all natural Xmas trees from 9 collection points within Whiteley (from residents houses), shred them using the mulch on tree and shrub beds within the Whiteley recreation and park area.
Where's it happening? Various collection points, Whiteley
What will volunteers do? Help collect natural Xmas trees and stack them at an agreed location in readiness for shredding on Monday 13th January
What to wear/bring: Just turn up with a smile on their face
What will be provided: Refreshments, protective clothing (gloves, high visibility jackets etc.)
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? Young children to be accompanied by an adult
How many NEW volunteers required? As many as possible from within Whiteley
Volunteer Contact: Christopher Milnes (01489 881251)
Press/Media Contact: Christopher Milnes (01489 881251)
Organised by: Whiteley Greens Group
Email: johnhall@holeinone.fsworld.co.uk
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