Walks, talks and volunteering opportunities programme for April-June 2013

The new walks, talks and volunteering opportunities programme for April-June 2013 is out!   It is a very packed programme so I am sure that you will find something to enjoy! You will also see that we along with a number of other partners will be running the 3 Rivers Clean Up again this year. You … Continue reading Walks, talks and volunteering opportunities programme for April-June 2013

The steps are finally complete at Hither Green Triangle

The Friends of Hither Green Triangle have been working hard in the reserve for a number of years.  Recently their work has focused on building the steps in to the site from platform 5.  They have worked in glorious sunshine and pouring rain.  They have come across buried train windows and metal poles. It has been very … Continue reading The steps are finally complete at Hither Green Triangle

Steatoda grossa spider found at Devonshire Road nature reserve

Steatoda grossa has a body length when mature of around 10mm for adult females and again males are generally smaller. It is variable in appearance, with only juveniles and adult males usually having a pattern and adult females often having none. The Steatoda grossa spider is also known as the false widow spider.  They belong to … Continue reading Steatoda grossa spider found at Devonshire Road nature reserve

London Orchard Project workshops at De Frene Road allotments

  The London Orchard Project will be (LOP) is providing a number of expert fruit tree restoration workshops at De Frene Road allotments.  These will be held on;   Tuesday 29 January 2013 – 10.30am to 3pm  Tuesday 5 February 2013 - 10.30am to 3pm Saturday 16 February 2013 - 10.30am to 3pm With these three sessions they … Continue reading London Orchard Project workshops at De Frene Road allotments

London Bubble & Rivers and People

On 16th September the London Bubble Theatre Company and Rivers & People held and evening with artists, singers and storytellers.  They presented an eclectic array of performances to celebrate the regeneration of Ladywell Fields.  Inspired by the flora, fauna and river life which inhabits the park, and performed by local artists (and dogs) who enjoy the facilities and … Continue reading London Bubble & Rivers and People

HGCA’s open meeting & AGM – Wednesday 10 October

NEW Committee Members needed! HGCA's next meeting will be held at Hither Green Baptist Church, Theodore Rd/Radford Rd, SE13. Map on Wednesday 10 October, 7.30pm-9pm. Come along to hear local community news and put your suggestions and questions forward. Get updates on HGCA’s activities, hear about ideas to improve Hither Green Lane, news from the Police, … Continue reading HGCA’s open meeting & AGM – Wednesday 10 October

Pan-tree in the Park

Next month Lewisham Gardens in association with Cafe Tranqui in Manor Park will hosting 'Pan-tree in the Park' an Autumn themed event to showcase homemade and home-grown produce!  The event will be a chance to celebrate the efforts of local artists, gardeners, home bakers and crafty types! To celebrate International Wool Week, local wool designers and knitters … Continue reading Pan-tree in the Park

October-December 2012 Lewisham events programme now available

The new programme of events for Lewisham is now available here! There are a few new and exciting ways to get involved listed, so why not take part!  Inside the programme you will find great activities for all the family, such as learning about the healing power of plants or going on a Nature Discovery … Continue reading October-December 2012 Lewisham events programme now available