Projects taking place in the week beginning 17 February 2003

Playgroup Garden
Where? Cardiff, South Wales - Central
When? 17th February 2003
What's it about? Children with the help of adults to plant flowers, veg and climbing shrubs.
Where's it happening? Rumney Little People Playgroup, Llanstrphan Road, Rumney, Cardiff
What will volunteers do? Fill pots with compost, plant bulbs, plants and seeds, put labels.
What to wear/bring: Protective clothing, wellingtons, refreshments.
What will be provided:
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? No pets.
How many NEW volunteers required? 5
Volunteer Contact: D Crimmins (02920 779365)
Press/Media Contact: D Crimmins (02920 260453 (day), 02920 793874 (eve))
Organised by: Rumney Little People Playgroup
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Save Our Sparrows
Where? London, Greater London
When? Monday 17th February 2003
What's it about? To work with the young people from the Local Quill Street Estate and the Islington Youth Service to construct sparrow nestboxes as part of Islington's Biodiversity Action Plan and National Nestbox Week.
Where's it happening? Islington Ecology Centre, 191 Drayton Park, Islington, London
What will volunteers do? The volunteers will construct the nest boxes and then install them in the park.
What to wear/bring: Old clothes.
What will be provided: Materials, tools and all other protective equipment.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? The project is aimed at young people from the Quill Street Estate aged 8 - 14.
How many NEW volunteers required? 10
Volunteer Contact: Oliver Burke (0208 354 5162)
Press/Media Contact: Oliver Burke (0208 354 5162)
Organised by: Islington Ecology Centre
Email: ecocentre@dial.pipex.com
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Green Gym - Habitat Improvement at Medina Valley Centre
Where? Newport, Isle of Wight
When? Monday 17th February 2003
What's it about? Improving health through outdoor, practical group activities. The Medina Valley Centre is a charity running local education courses. We will be improving their habitat areas including ponds and woodland.
Where's it happening? Medina Valley Centre, Newport
What will volunteers do? Clear ponds and cut back woodland. Create habitat piles.
What to wear/bring: Sturdy footwear and sensible clothing are a must. Bring food if required.
What will be provided: Tools and training. Tea/coffee
Is there wheelchair access to the site?
Any restrictions? Under 16s must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
How many NEW volunteers required? up to 10
Volunteer Contact: Kate Harvey (01983 532121)
Press/Media Contact: Ray Harrington-Vail (01983 532121)
Organised by: Wight Green Centre, Island Volunteers
Email: action21@wightgreencentre.demon.co.uk
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Beach Litter Pick
Where? Barry/Penarth, South Wales - Central
When? 18th February 2003
What's it about? To take a group of children from Rover Way to a local beach for a litter pick and sand sculpting workshop.
Where's it happening? Barrry Island or Penarth Beach, Barry/Penarth
What will volunteers do? Transport and supervise the group, helping them with the litter pick and sand sculpture.
What to wear/bring: Refreshments, buckets and spades, outdoor clothing, first aid kit.
What will be provided: Buckets and spades, black bags.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? Volunteers must be over 18 and police checked.
How many NEW volunteers required?
Press/Media Contact: Helen Mears (0292021 4411)
Organised by: Cardiff Gypsy and Traveller Project
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ScrapWorkshop - Scrap Sculpture
Where? Cardiff, South Wales - Central
When? 18th February 2003
What's it about? To run an art and craft scrap workshop at Recreate where a small group of children will select materials and use them to create a sculpture/collage.
Where's it happening? Ely Bridge Industrial Estate, off Wroughton Road, Cardiff
What will volunteers do? Supervise and assist where necessary in the collection of scrap materials for the children to create a sculpture/collage.
What to wear/bring: Sensible clothing (could get messy); craft tools for the workshop; first aid kit.
What will be provided: Transport.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? Volunteers should be over 18 and police checked.
How many NEW volunteers required?
Press/Media Contact: Helen Mears (029 2021 4411)
Organised by: Cardiff Gypsy and Traveller Project
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Tuesday Recycling Club
Where? Cardiff, South Wales - Central
When? 18th February 2003
What's it about? A recycling craft workshop.
Where's it happening? Penarth Road, Cardiff
What will volunteers do? Collect resources needed for craft day, and make items from recycling these items.
What to wear/bring: protective clothing.
What will be provided: Materials and refreshments.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? Pets.
How many NEW volunteers required? 5
Volunteer Contact: Julie Giles (02920 332546)
Press/Media Contact: Julie Giles (02920 332546)
Organised by: Track 2000
Email: community@track2000.org.uk
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Nest Boxes at Nature Alive
Where? Coalville, Leicestershire
When? 18th Febuary 2003
What's it about? To build nest boxes for waterfowl on a large pond at a LNR in Coalville.
Where's it happening? Nature Aline, Aldi In (Nr), Coalville
What will volunteers do? Build wooden nest boxes with roofs, construct and follow designs.
What to wear/bring: Waterproofs, sturdy footwear, lunch
What will be provided: Tools, minibus transport, refreshments, equipment
Is there wheelchair access to the site? No
Any restrictions? no
How many NEW volunteers required? As many as possible
Volunteer Contact: Lucy Ashworth (01283 229 096)
Press/Media Contact: Lucy Ashworth (01283 229 096)
Organised by: BTCV
Email: L.Ashworth@btcv.org.uk
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Derwentdale Court Garden
Where? Consett, Durham
When? 18th February 2003
What's it about? To upgrade the garden area with a more robust border.
Where's it happening? Derwentdale Court, Blackhill, Consett
What will volunteers do? Help install the border and weed and maintain the area, which is primarily used by older people.
What to wear/bring: Refreshments, warm clothes, sturdy shoes.
What will be provided: All tools.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? No pets.
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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Footpath Construction at Cromford
Where? Cromford, Derbyshire
When? Tuesday 18th February 2003
What's it about? Working with volunteers to improve access by constructing a footpath.
Where's it happening? Cromford Hill (Grid Ref: SK288569), Cromford
What will volunteers do? Prepare the ground and lay a footpath. Full instruction will be given.
What to wear/bring: Lunch. Wear old, warm clothes and stout footwear and bring a waterproof.
What will be provided: Transport to the site from Wirksworth (8.45), Belper (9.10) and Derby (9.45) and back. All instruction, tools and PPE. Hot drinks and biscuits.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? No
Any restrictions? Must be over 16 years. No upper age limit! Volunteers work at their own pace. No pets please.
How many NEW volunteers required? 6
Volunteer Contact: Julia Gow (01629 825317)
Press/Media Contact: Julia Gow (01629 825317)
Organised by: BTCV Derbyshire
Email: Derbyshire@btcv.org.uk
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Newbattle Abbey
Where? Dalkeith, Lothian
When? February 18th 2003
What's it about? To work with students from Jewel and Esk Valley College to improve the grounds of Newbattle Abbey
Where's it happening? Newbattle Abbey College, Newbattle Road, Eskbank, Dalkeith
What will volunteers do?
What to wear/bring:
What will be provided:
Is there wheelchair access to the site? No
Any restrictions?
How many NEW volunteers required?
Press/Media Contact: Penny Radway (0131 555 5488)
Organised by: The Green Team
Email: info@greenteam.abel.co.uk
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Habitat Management at Old Warden Tunnel
Where? Old Warden, Bedfordshire
When? Tuesday 18th February 2003
What's it about? We shall be clearing scrub growth from the banks of an old railway cutting. These banks support a varied chalk grassland habitat.
Where's it happening? Old Warden Tunnel Nature Reserve, Old Warden
What will volunteers do? Cutting down, lopping up, dragging and burning scrub to conserve the grassland area.
What to wear/bring: Packed lunch and drink, old work clothes and sturdy boots, waterproofs.
What will be provided: Other protective clothing as required, training in use of hand tools.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? No
Any restrictions? Minimum age is 18. Dogs on leads, please.
How many NEW volunteers required? up to 10
Volunteer Contact: Aidan Matthews (07734 478455)
Press/Media Contact: Aidan Matthews (07734 478455)
Organised by: Wildlife Midweek Team
Email: amatthews@bedswt.cix.co.uk
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Saltburn in Bloom
Where? Saltburn by the Sea, Cleveland
When? Tuesday 18th February 2003
What's it about? To provide more permanent planting at Saltburn town centre.
Where's it happening? Saltburn by the Sea
What will volunteers do? Plant shrubs etc., clear and prepare the garden.
What to wear/bring: Old clothes and gloves.
What will be provided: Plastic disposable gloves.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? No.
How many NEW volunteers required?
Press/Media Contact: Jackie Taylor (01287 624046)
Organised by: Saltburn in Bloom
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Purchase and Planting Primroses
Where? Sardis, West Wales
When? Tuesday 18th February 2003
What's it about? After receiving floral advice from experts at the National Botanical Garden of Wales, we will purchase and plant primroses in one site at entrance to village.
Where's it happening? Sardis Village, Sardis
What will volunteers do? Purchase and plant primroses.
What to wear/bring: Trowels, old clothes.
What will be provided: Tabards.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? No pets, because we will be working near a road.
How many NEW volunteers required? new volunteers wanted
Volunteer Contact: Ian or Dennis (01834 811282)
Press/Media Contact: Rosemarie Irvine (01834 811282)
Organised by: Sardis Parks & Gardens
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Purchase and Planting Cowslips
Where? Sardis, West Wales
When? Tuesday 18th February 2003
What's it about? After having advice from experts at the National Botanical Garden of Wales, we will purchase and plant cowslips in site at one end of village.
Where's it happening? Sardis Village, Sardis
What will volunteers do? Purchase and plant cowslips.
What to wear/bring: Trowels, old clothes.
What will be provided: Tabards.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? No pets, because we will be working near a road.
How many NEW volunteers required? new volunteers wanted
Volunteer Contact: Ian or Dennis (01834 811282)
Press/Media Contact: Rosemarie Irvine (01834 811282)
Organised by: Sardis Parks & Gardens
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Barlby Ponds Reedbed Management
Where? Selby, North Yorkshire
When? 18th February 2003
What's it about? The reedbed will be managed by removing encroaching vegetation to prevent the pond being 'choked-up'. Previous work at this site has resulted in it becoming a well-used nesting site for waterfowl.
Where's it happening? Barlby Ponds, Barlby, Selby
What will volunteers do? Volunteers will be able to help both in the pond and on the banks as they wish. They will be able to help uprooting reeds, dragging them to the banks of the pond and removing them from the water into piles on the sides.
What to wear/bring: Warm, old clothes and waterproofs; sturdy footwear, eg. wellies; own lunch.
What will be provided: Tea, coffee and biscuits; waders; limited number of waterproofs; all necessary tools and safety equipment; transport from York office for up to 13 volunteers.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? No
Any restrictions? Over 16 years (with parental consent form if under 18). No pets.
How many NEW volunteers required? 5
Volunteer Contact: James Fleetwood/Richard Garland (01904 644300)
Press/Media Contact: James Fleetwood (01904 644300)
Organised by: BTCV - York
Email: york@btcv.org.uk
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Townley Court Garden
Where? Stanley, Durham
When? 18/02/03
What's it about? Local volunteers will work in partnership with residents to maintain the garden area at the Sheltered Court.
Where's it happening? 31 Townley Court, Stanley, Stanley
What will volunteers do? The volunteers will help maintain the garden by helping with planting and weeding
What to wear/bring: Refreshments and protective clothing will need to be bought
What will be provided: All tools will be provided
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? Pets
How many NEW volunteers required? 5
Volunteer Contact: Stephen McDonald (01207 693 202)
Press/Media Contact: Stephen McDonald (01207 693 202)
Organised by: Townley Court
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Gorse Planting - North Landing
Where? Bridlington (nr.), Humberside
When? Wednesday 19th February 2003
What's it about? To fill in the gaps in the gorse bank on North Marine Road opposite the North Star Hotel
Where's it happening? North Marine Road, Flamborough, Bridlington (nr.)
What will volunteers do? Clear spaces in grass and plant gorse plants in spaces. Sweep soil off footpath afterwards
What to wear/bring: Wear warm/waterproof clothes/shoes
What will be provided: Plants, tools, gloves, refreshments
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
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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Photography/Nature Trail and Litter Pick
Where? Cardiff, South Wales - Central
When? 19th February 2003
What's it about? For children from Rover Way caravan site to explore their surrounding community by organising a nature trail with disposable cameras for the children to look at and record local wildlife. To carry out a litter pick.
Where's it happening? Park land area around Rover Way/Pengam Green area, Cardiff
What will volunteers do? Transport and supervise the children, demonstrate use of cameras, discuss wildlife, plan a suitable trail for the children to explore.
What to wear/bring: Outdoor clothing, waterproofs, boots etc. Refreshments, cameras, first aid kit.
What will be provided: Refreshments and waterproofs if required. Disposable cameras.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? No
Any restrictions? Must be over 18 and police checked.
How many NEW volunteers required?
Press/Media Contact: Helen Mears (029 2021 4411)
Organised by: Cardiff Gypsy and Traveller Project
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Bulb 2003
Where? Dunton Bassett, Lutterworth, Leicestershire
When? Wednesday 19th February 2003
What's it about? We would like the children to plant a range of Spring and Summer bulbs and plants in the school grounds as a pre-cursor to our grounds being developed.
Where's it happening? Dunton Bassett Primary School, The Mount, Dunton Bassett, Lutterworth
What will volunteers do? Plant bulbs and plants.
What to wear/bring: Nothing particular.
What will be provided: Bulbs and plants.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? No pets, and subject to normal school regulations.
How many NEW volunteers required? 4
Volunteer Contact: Mr Ridout (01455 209557)
Organised by: Dunton Bassett Primary School
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Pond Building in St Mary's Garden
Where? London, Greater London
When? 19th February 2003
What's it about? To involve local people in building a pond in St Mary's Community Garden. St Mary's is a site used to deliver training in horticulture and therapeutic gardening for disadvantaged groups. It is also a public space open 5 days a week for people to use.
Where's it happening? St Mary's Community Garden, Hackney, London
What will volunteers do? Volunteers are needed to clear the area for the pond, dig the hole and line it. We will also be planting water plants in the pond.
What to wear/bring: Lunch, and clothing they don't mind getting dirty.
What will be provided: Work boots and waterproofs. Tea and coffee.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? No
How many NEW volunteers required? New volunteers always welcome
Volunteer Contact: Lucy Davies (020 7739 2965)
Press/Media Contact: Lucy Davies (020 7739 2965)
Organised by: Thrive - St Mary's Garden
Email: hackney@thrive.org.uk
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Picnic Site Improvements
Where? Milford Haven (nr.), West Wales
When? 19th February 2003
What's it about? To place a new seat, apply wood treatment to picnic tables and plant bulbs mad seasonal flowers for all to enjoy.
Where's it happening? Picnic site, Burton Ferry, Milford Haven (nr.)
What will volunteers do? Apply wood preservative to seating, benches and fences, create floral container from stones, plant spring flowers.
What to wear/bring: Old, warm clothes.
What will be provided: Tools, preservative, plants and hot drinks/refreshments.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? None.
How many NEW volunteers required? 5
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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River Walk and Litter Pick
Where? Newport, South Wales - East
When? 19th February 2003
What's it about? To take a group of 10 children to Tredegar Park for a river walk to experience play activities in a natural environment, and carry out a litter pick.
Where's it happening? Tredegar Park, Newport
What will volunteers do? Transport and supervise the group of children during the trip. Encourage children to explore play activities utilising the environment, eg. Skimming stones. Carry out a litter pick.
What to wear/bring: Refreshments, waterproofs, boots, first aid kit.
What will be provided: Refreshments, some play equipment.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? No
Any restrictions? Must be 18 yrs + police checked.
How many NEW volunteers required?
Press/Media Contact: Helen Mears ( 029 2021 4411)
Organised by: Cardiff Gypsy and Traveller Project
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Welford Pocket Park Hedge Mulch
Where? Welford, Northamptonshire
When? 19th February 2003
What's it about? To keep our young hedge free of weeds we need to mulch it.
Where's it happening? Welford Pocket Park, Welford
What will volunteers do? Spread a thick layer of mulch at the base of the hedge.
What to wear/bring: Stout shoes and outdoor clothing, gloves if wished.
What will be provided: Hot drinks.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? No
How many NEW volunteers required? 2 or 3
Volunteer Contact: Sarah Garrod (01858 570810)
Press/Media Contact: Sarah Garrod (01858 570810)
Organised by: Welford Pocket Park Group
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Hedgelaying at Goldenbrook Nature Reserve
Where? Breaston, Derbyshire
When? Thursday 20th February 2003
What's it about? Working with volunteers to lay an overgrown hedge. This will rejuvenate it by encouraging new growth from the base, thus providing important microhabitats.
Where's it happening? Goldenbrook Lagoon (grid ref: SK470333), Breaston
What will volunteers do? Volunteers will prepare and lay a hedge using traditional handtools. Full instruction and training will be given.
What to wear/bring: Lunch. Wear old, warm clothes and stout footwear. Bring a waterproof.
What will be provided: Transport to the site from Wirksworth (8.45), Belper (9.10) and Derby (9.45) and back. All instruction, tools and PPE. Hot drinks and biscuits.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? No
Any restrictions? Must be over 16 years. No upper age limit! Volunteers work at their own pace. No pets please.
How many NEW volunteers required? 6
Volunteer Contact: Julia Gow (01629 825317)
Press/Media Contact: Julia Gow (01629 825317)
Organised by: BTCV Derbyshire
Email: Derbyshire@btcv.org.uk
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Chess Land
Where? Chandlers Ford, , Hampshire
When? 20-21 feb 2003
What's it about? To clear a section of scrub and nettles and provide an area for outdoor chess.
Where's it happening? Fryern Junior School, Oakmount Road, Chandlers Ford,
What will volunteers do? Help cut and reduce bulk of planting. Assist in levelling site where necessary.
What to wear/bring: Waterproof clothing, lunch, wellies or strong boots.
What will be provided: Tea & coffee, shelter if necessary, some limited digging equipment
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Partial
Any restrictions? no
How many NEW volunteers required? 6
Volunteer Contact: Allan King (023 8025 4155)
Press/Media Contact: Allan King (023 80 25 4155)
Organised by: Fryern Junior School
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Wildlife Area Improvement
Where? Gloucester, Gloucestershire
When? 20th February 2003
What's it about? To provide a bird feeding table and a few nest boxes to encourage small birds to use the area.
Where's it happening? Hatherley Infant School, Hatherley Road, Gloucester
What will volunteers do? Construct bird boxes suitable for tits and robins as well as build a bird table.
What to wear/bring: Basic wood working tools.
What will be provided: Materials, refreshments.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? No pets - school site.
How many NEW volunteers required?
Press/Media Contact: Mrs J Gillard (01452 522027)
Organised by: Hatherley Infant School
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Community Orchard Tree Planting
Where? Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
When? Thursday 20th February 2003
What's it about? To plant new trees in the local community orchard site.
Where's it happening? St Anns Allotments, Hungerhill, St Anns, Nottingham
What will volunteers do? Children from the holiday playscheme will plant trees as part of a funday at the community orchard.
What to wear/bring: Wellington boots and waterproofs
What will be provided: Plastic/protective gloves, cover from rain if necessary
Is there wheelchair access to the site? No
Any restrictions? Only open to members of the playscheme
How many NEW volunteers required?
Press/Media Contact: Zoe Wilkinson (07296 636958)
Organised by: Claremont Out Of School Club
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Whinnswood Pond Improvement
Where? Sheffield, South Yorkshire
When? 20th February 2003
What's it about? In accordance with its management plan, volunteers to remove vegetation from the pond.
Where's it happening? Sheffield
What will volunteers do? Use spades, buckets, mattocks and chromes to clear out the silt and vegetation, opening up a larger area of clear water as a result.
What to wear/bring: Old clothes, waterproofs, packed lunch.
What will be provided: Hot drinks and biscuits at breaks and lunchtime. Trained leaders to demonstrate work and tools. Travel expenses. Transport to/from site. Waders and gloves.
Is there wheelchair access to the site?
Any restrictions? Under 16s must have parental consent. No pets. Persons with special needs and their support workers are welcome.
How many NEW volunteers required? uo to 7
Volunteer Contact: Ste Mullhall/Jenny Crick/Clare Jeffries (0114 272 3591)
Press/Media Contact: Stephen Mullhall (0114 272 3591)
Organised by: BTCV - South Yorkshire
Email: south-yorkshire@btcv.org.uk
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Hedgelaying
Where? Wolverhampton, West Midlands
When? 17th, 18th & 20th February 2003
What's it about? The traditional craft of hedgelaying is essential to maintain the vitality and biodiversity of a hedge. It involves the partial cutting of selected main stems at an angle of 30-45 degrees. These are then held in place by vertical stakes which may be secured along the top by woven lengths of pliable wood.
Where's it happening? Cromer Gardens, Wolverhampton
What will volunteers do? Traditional craft of hedgelaying.
What to wear/bring: Old clothes, packed lunch.
What will be provided: Training/supervision, tools, refreshments, toilet facilities.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? Age 16+
How many NEW volunteers required? as many as possible!
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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St Michaels Garden
Where? Alnwick, Northumberland
When? 1st-21st February 2003
What's it about? To clear and cultivate a piece of land on school property so that we can use the land to support the school curriculum and also broaden children's experience.
Where's it happening? Alnwick
What will volunteers do? Help children to clear the land of weeds and debris.
What to wear/bring: Work clothes suitable for outdoors, and heavy duty gloves.
What will be provided: Refreshments, some tools and plants.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? Must be parents or associated with the school.
How many NEW volunteers required? 2
Volunteer Contact: Andy Hudson (01665 602850)
Organised by: St Michael's C of E First School
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The Footies Clean Up Squad
Where? Cardiff, South Wales - Central
When? 21st February 2003
What's it about? A litter pick up.
Where's it happening? Moorland Prk, Cardiff
What will volunteers do? Collect, bag and remove rubbish to landfill site.
What to wear/bring: Warm clothes and sturdy shoes.
What will be provided: Transport and refreshments.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Partial
Any restrictions? No.
How many NEW volunteers required? 10
Volunteer Contact: John Rosser (02920 486942)
Press/Media Contact: John Rosser (02920 486942)
Organised by: Splott Albion Junior Football
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Burton Ferry Pump Improvements
Where? Milford Haven (nr.), West Wales
When? Friday 21st February 2003
What's it about? To undertake planting of snowdrops etc. at a site cleared last year. Paint fencing, clean and paint pump. Place gate for public access.
Where's it happening? Adjacent to Trinity House, on road from Burtion Ferry to Cleddau Bridge, Milford Haven (nr.)
What will volunteers do? Clear site of litter, paint fence, plant 'green' snowdrops, wire brush metalwork and apply hammerite.
What to wear/bring: Old warm clothes.
What will be provided: All tools and materials, hot drinks and possibly a barbecue!
Is there wheelchair access to the site? No
Any restrictions? No under 5s. No dogs.
How many NEW volunteers required? 5
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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Hazel Coppicing, Layering and Planting in Oakley
Where? Basingstoke, Hampshire
When? Wednesday 19th February and Saturday 22nd February 2003
What's it about? Continued management of 2 semi-natural ancient woodlands.
Where's it happening? Cowdown Copse and St John's Copse, Oakley, Basingstoke
What will volunteers do? Learn to plant and layer hazel, use tools. Discover ancient secrets of coppicing - uses of product - eg. Bundles, bean poles, fascines etc.
What to wear/bring: Decent strong footwear, old warm clothes.
What will be provided: Gloves, hard hats, tools, refreshments, plants, friendship and welcome.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? No
Any restrictions? No pets. No children under 12 years.
How many NEW volunteers required? as many as possible
Volunteer Contact: Audrey Moss-Bradnam (01256 780074)
Press/Media Contact: Audrey Moss-Bradnam (01256 780074)
Organised by: Oakley Woodlands Group
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Shirehampton Community Park
Where? Bristol, Avon
When? 22nd February 2003
What's it about? The project is to plant a new hedgerow in a new Community Park alongside a border with a busy road. The project will be the first practical project in the Park and will be used to generate local interest in the Park within the local community.
Where's it happening? Shirehampton Community Park, The Portway, Shirehampton, Bristol
What will volunteers do? Volunteers will plant a variety of small trees to make a linear hedgerow. They will then mulch the trees to protect them.
What to wear/bring: Volunteers will need to bring appropriate footwear and wear old and/or waterproof clothing
What will be provided: All refreshments will be provided as will First Aid cover, all tools, trees and supervision.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? No
How many NEW volunteers required? 15
Volunteer Contact: Richard Fletcher (0117 982 9963)
Press/Media Contact: Richard Fletcher (0117 982 9963)
Organised by: Shirehampton Community Association
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Fledgling Babies
Where? Cardiff, South Wales - Central
When? 22nd February 2003
What's it about? Going to a local park and searching for different types of native plants, naming them and finding out further information on them.
Where's it happening? Cefn On Park, Whitchurch, Cardiff
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? 5
Volunteer Contact: ()
Organised by:
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The Footies Clean Up Squad
Where? Cardiff, South Wales - Central
When? 22nd February 2003
What's it about? A litter pick up.
Where's it happening? Splott Park, Splott, Cardiff
What will volunteers do? Collect, bag and remove rubbish to landfill site.
What to wear/bring: Warm clothes and sturdy shoes.
What will be provided: Transport and refreshments.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Partial
Any restrictions? No.
How many NEW volunteers required? 10
Volunteer Contact: John Rosser (02920 486942)
Press/Media Contact: John Rosser (02920 486942)
Organised by: Splott Albion Junior Football
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Fledgling Babies
Where? Cardiff, South Wales - Central
When? 22nd February 2003
What's it about? Taking a group of pre-school age children to Comeston Park to look at and draw birds that have migrated to this site.
Where's it happening? Comeston Park, Penarth, Cardiff
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? 5
Volunteer Contact: ()
Organised by:
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Orchar Park Hedge Planting
Where? Dundee, Tayside
When? 22nd February 2003
What's it about? Plant 50m of hedge in local park to provide wildlife corridor extension.
Where's it happening? Orchar Park, Manfield Road, Broughty Ferry, Dundee
What will volunteers do? Help plant hedge.
What to wear/bring: Warm clothing, gloves etc. and refreshments
What will be provided: Spades etc.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
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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Beach Clean
Where? Falmouth, Cornwall
When? Saturday 22nd February 2003
What's it about? Clean and survey a beach
Where's it happening? Swanpool Beach, Falmouth
What will volunteers do? Remove rubbish from the beach, and survey what is found.
What to wear/bring: Appropriate clothing for the weather, sturdy footwear.
What will be provided: Refreshments, gloves, bags, litter pickers, first aid kit.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? No
Any restrictions? only 17-24 year olds involved
How many NEW volunteers required? 5
Volunteer Contact: Sarah McDonald (01326 375158)
Press/Media Contact: Guy Doncaster (01326 375158)
Organised by: Falmouth Green Centre
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Use Your Moles
Where? Leckwith, South Wales - Central
When? 22nd February 2003
What's it about? Visit the old Cardiff City Farm, and collect soil moles have thrown from their burrows.
Where's it happening? Penarth Road, Leckwith
What will volunteers do? Help the children do a survey on local mammal life and collect soil for plants.
What to wear/bring: Very warm clothes.
What will be provided: Refreshments, transport.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? No
How many NEW volunteers required? 5
Volunteer Contact: Mrs Jones (02920 255161)
Press/Media Contact: Mrs Jones (02920 255161)
Organised by: The Sunday Afternoon Club
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Bird Box Building
Where? Manchester, Greater Manchester
When? 22nd February 2003
What's it about? To create bird boxes to be placed on sites managed by Irk Valley.
Where's it happening? Sandhills, Eggington Street/Rochdale Road, Collyhurst, Manchester
What will volunteers do? Using kits already prepared, volunteers will make nesting boxes for birds.
What to wear/bring: Sturdy shoes.
What will be provided: Waterproofs, tools, materials, refreshments.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? No
Any restrictions? No pets.
How many NEW volunteers required? 15
Volunteer Contact: Sally-Anne (0161 8330245)
Press/Media Contact: Samantha Elkailani (0161 8330245 (day) 07719 330207 (eve))
Organised by: CSV Go Manchester
Email: gomanchester@csv.org.uk
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Re-Hedging the Boundaries
Where? Middlesborough, Cleveland
When? 22nd February 2003
What's it about? Re-establish traditional farm hedgerows creating natural wildlife corridors and shelter for farm stock.
Where's it happening? Newham Grange Leisure Farm, Wykeham Way, Coulby Newham, Middlesborough
What will volunteers do? Prepare the ground for planting , plant and gap up traditional farmland hedgerows
What to wear/bring: Wellingtons, gloves, warm clothing
What will be provided: Hedge plants, spades, tree guards, refreshments
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Partial
Any restrictions? No pets
How many NEW volunteers required? 10
Volunteer Contact: Tracy Farbridge (01642 300202)
Press/Media Contact: Tracy Farbridge (01642 300202 (day))
Organised by: Young Woodlanders
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Cleaner Sea
Where? Barry, South Wales - Central
When? 23rd February 2003
What's it about? We are going to collect litter washed in by the sea.
Where's it happening? 1 Lantwit Major, Barry
What will volunteers do? Remove discarded litter.
What to wear/bring: Warm clothes.
What will be provided: Litter pick-ups and refreshments. Transport for removal of rubbish.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? No
Any restrictions? None
How many NEW volunteers required? 10
Volunteer Contact: Ashley Kendall (07710 676388)
Press/Media Contact: Ashley Kendall (07710 676388)
Organised by: Cardiff Swimming Club
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Watching Birdlife
Where? Cardiff, South Wales - Central
When? Monday 23rd February 2003
What's it about? Using Llanrumney Woods, collect information and record local bird population
Where's it happening? Llanrumney Woods, Cardiff
What will volunteers do? Observe and collate local bird population information
What to wear/bring: Warm clothes
What will be provided: Materials and refreshments
Is there wheelchair access to the site?
Any restrictions? None
How many NEW volunteers required? 20
Volunteer Contact: Sue Davidge (02920 777124)
Press/Media Contact: Sue Davidge (02920 777124)
Organised by: Ysgol Bro Eirwg Eco Club
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Woodland Management
Where? Coxheath (nr), Kent
When? Sunday 23rd February 2003
What's it about? Cutting back the invasive sycamore from around the pond area.
Where's it happening? Quarry Wood, Coxheath (nr)
What will volunteers do? Scrub clearance
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: Norman London (07889 822323/01622 662012)
Press/Media Contact: Dan Attwood (01622 662012)
Organised by: Kent Wildlife Trust
Email: info@kentwildlife.org.uk
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Helping Holyrood Park
Where? Edinburgh, Lothian
When? 23rd February 2003
What's it about? To help thin the gorse from around the newly planted trees and carry out a survey of the swans which use the 4 lochs in the park, working with local volunteers.
Where's it happening? Holyrood Park, Edinburgh
What will volunteers do? Cut and remove gorse that has grown up and swamped the young trees in the park. Also carry out a swan survey at each of the lochs in the park to record leg bands and number of swans.
What to wear/bring: Warm and waterproof clothes, boots or wellingtons, lunch.
What will be provided: Transport to site, hot drink and biscuits, tools, risk assessment, protective clothing, leaders, first aid, 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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Bat Boxing Day
Where? Ipswich, Suffolk
When? 16th January & 20th February 2003 (construction), 23rd February 2003 (erection of boxes)
What's it about? To construct approx 30 bat boxes and place them in a proposed local nature reserve on the outskirts of Ipswich.
Where's it happening? Ashground Plantation, Bobbits Lane, Ipswich
What will volunteers do? Construct wooden bat boxes and (risk assessment allowing) attach them to suitable trees.
What to wear/bring: Warm, waterproof clothing, stout shoes, refreshments.
What will be provided: Tools, materials for boxes, safety equipment (hard hats, gloves), tea/coffee, ladders, box plans and instructions.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Partial
Any restrictions?
How many NEW volunteers required?
Press/Media Contact: David Fincham (07736 826 069/07855 042718)
Organised by: Ipswich Pagan Council
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MCS Adopt-a-Beach at Pagham Harbour
Where? Pagham (nr.), West Sussex
When? Sunday 23rd February 2003
What's it about? The Pagham & West Sussex WCA has adopted the beach at Pagham Harbour Local Nature Reserve. For over a decade we have been organising beach cleans and have gained a certificate of thanks from the district council. However, we need to provide more assistance for the volunteers who turn up to help. Specifically, we need to purchase litter picks to enable litter to be picked up without either bending down or using hands. It is particularly important for youngsters not to handle litter for safety reasons.
Where's it happening? Pagham Harbour Local Nature Reserve, Pagham (nr.)
What will volunteers do? The volunteers will collect and record litter found on the tide line.
What to wear/bring: Volunteers need to bring warm, waterproof clothing, stout shoes, gloves and a mug.
What will be provided: Gloves for those who have none, black plastic bags, recording forms, clip-boards and pencils, a first aid kit, safety guidance, refreshments, and also public liability insurance.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Partial
Any restrictions? Dogs must be kept on a lead; children must have signed parental consent, very young children (of primary school age) are best accompanied by a responsible adult. Anyone can turn up and we advertise in the local press.
How many NEW volunteers required? 1-15
Volunteer Contact: Francis Parfrement (01883 714717)
Press/Media Contact: Francis Parfrement (020 8358 5425 (day), 01883 714717 (eve))
Organised by: Pagham and West Sussex WCA
Email: longshoreman@bigfoot.com
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Friends of Westport Lake
Where? Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire
When? 23rd February 2003
What's it about? To take groups of people around Westport Lake, teaching them about the birds and the various habitats they require to sustain them. Carry out a litter pick.
Where's it happening? Westport Lake, Stoke-on-Trent
What will volunteers do? Identify birds and wildlife. Collect litter.
What to wear/bring: Warm, waterproof clothing. Boots or wellingtons.
What will be provided: Identification book. Telescope and binoculars (to share).
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? No.
How many NEW volunteers required? 5
Volunteer Contact: Peter Lunt (01782 850843)
Press/Media Contact: Peter Lunt (01782 850843)
Organised by: Friends of Westport Lake
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Bring a Friend to Bramper Farm
Where? Swaledale, North Yorkshire
When? 21st - 23rd February 2003
What's it about? Hedge planting to create a rich and varied habitat for wild flowers and small mammals
Where's it happening? Bramper Farm, Swaledale
What will volunteers do? Hedge planting
What to wear/bring: Warm work clothes, waterproof clothing, sleeping bag
What will be provided: Tools, protective boots and/or waterproof clothing if needed. Accommodation, food, 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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Park Action Group
Where? Trowbridge, Wiltshire
When? 23rd February 2003
What's it about? To buy sundries required to enable us to plant trees/shrubs (already purchased in pots via Tree Council award) and general tidy/litter pick on recreation ground.
Where's it happening? Recreation Ground between Church Lane and Southwick Road, North Bradley, Trowbridge
What will volunteers do? Help with planting trees/shrubs; pruning and trimming existing hedge/trees; litter picking.
What to wear/bring: Suitable clothing/footwear and gloves. Tools if possible (spade, pruners, sledge hammer, rake). Sandwiches.
What will be provided: All planting sundries. Tea, coffee, biscuits.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? No dogs allowed on field. No unsupervised young children.
How many NEW volunteers required? 6+
Volunteer Contact: Mrs Pauline Baxter (01225 765644)
Press/Media Contact: Mrs Pauline Baxter (01225 765644)
Organised by: North Bradley Peace Memorial Trust
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Projects led by young people aged 16-25