Back in July 2011 we reported that a very exciting event was going to occur at Albion Millennium Green. We can now confirm that this will take place from Saturday 5 November 8pm - Sunday 6 November 8pm. Not only will you get to observe A Man working for as long as you want, but there will also … Continue reading Man Digs Pond
Ladywell Fields River Clean Up
Join Thames 21 and the Friends of Ladywell Fields for a river clean up on Sunday 30 Oct 10am-1pm. They will be meeting at the cafe in the north field. Gloves and waders will be provided. Please arrive prompty so as not to miss the important safety talk. Children are welcome if accompanied by an … Continue reading Ladywell Fields River Clean Up
New Pond Pack for Teachers
The Nature Conservation Team are in the process of developing a pack of resources for teachers to download and print to use on our local sites or in school. This will include pond dipping sheets and habitat studies activities. Check back on our Schools & Resources page over the coming weeks to see what sheets … Continue reading New Pond Pack for Teachers
Devonshire Road Halloween
The Friends of Devonshire Road are holding a halloween event on 31 October 5pm-8.30pm. Please see the poster below for more details.
Fungus Walk Horniman Nature Trail
The perfect time for spotting fungi is once again here. So on Saturday 15 October 2011, 11am-12.30pm, the Horminan Museum will be holding a Fungas Walk with Jim Murphy of the Trust for Urban Ecology, where he will identify a range of fungi growing in the Horniman Gardens and Nature Trail. Places must be booked in … Continue reading Fungus Walk Horniman Nature Trail
Forest Hill Society Bulb Planting
I am sure many of you have seen and apppreciate the vast improvements that have been made to the front of Forest Hill Society. This has been all sue to the hard work and dedication of a number of volunteers. If you fancy joining in, there will be another session on Sunday 30 October 2011 … Continue reading Forest Hill Society Bulb Planting
Ponds galore!
Over the next two weeks the Nature's Gym volunteers will be working on two ponds in the Borough. The first will be at Bell Green Pond along the Waterlink Way on Thursday 22 September. The second session will be at Hare and Billet pond on Blackheath on Thursday 29 September. Please be aware these dates … Continue reading Ponds galore!
A pull and a wade in Chinbrook Meadows
The Nature's Gym volunteers arrived to a Chinbrook Meadows that was bathed in glorious sunshine. It was a truly beautiful Autumnal morning and the perfect day to be outside. The group had plenty to do, from clearing bankside vegetation to pulling up nettles from the boardwalk. A few volunteers also braved the river to clear back some of … Continue reading A pull and a wade in Chinbrook Meadows
Dacres Wood Freecycle day
As hilighted in an earlier post, the Forest Hill Society will be holding their own Frecycle Day at Dacres Wood on Saturday 24 September 2011, 11am-3pm. You will be able to swap unwanted items for something you need. Typical items include CDs, DVDs, small electrical items, bikes, lamps, plants, kitchenware, books, clothes and toys. For more … Continue reading Dacres Wood Freecycle day
Create your own garden pond
Why have a garden pond? Garden ponds are wonderful haven's for wildlife. They can provide beauty and interest in your garden and if designed correctly can make a real difference. You may not get endangered species in your pond, but it can be a real refuge for many others. Frogs may be doing better in suburban … Continue reading Create your own garden pond
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