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Nature’s Gym at SHP
The Nature's Gym volunteers spent two weeks at a homeless shelter run by SHP to help them 'green up' their garden and make it more wildlife friendly. SHP were lucky enough to win some funding from the Blackheath Ward Assembly to help them buy the materials and plants for their project, but they asked if Nature' … Continue reading Nature’s Gym at SHP
New Nature’s Gym Programme now available
The April-June 2017 Nature's programme is now available. There are plenty of exciting projects over the next few months, including the 3 Rivers Clean Up. As always, booking is essential for these sessions. If you are new to Nature's Gym, take a look through our FAQ and How to Get Involved pages for more information. If … Continue reading New Nature’s Gym Programme now available
Mayow Park Bat Walk
Hillcrest Wood Clean Up Day
The new 3 Rivers Clean Up blog is now live!
The first 3RCU took place in 2008 with the main aim to control the growth of Himalayan Balsam along the rivers. Himalayan Balsam is an invasive non-native plant that spreads quickly, clogging up river banks and reducing biodiversity. It shades and crowds native species and causes riverbank erosion, leading to an increase in the risk of … Continue reading The new 3 Rivers Clean Up blog is now live!
London Wildlife Trust – Wonderful Woodlands Sunday 12, March 11am-4pm
Join the London Wildlife Trust for a fun, family woodland day. We'll be learning about the trees in Sydenham Hill Wood through games and activities, making dens and ending up with a warming fire to toast marshmallows. Booking essential This event is suitable for families with children of any age who would enjoy a whole day out in … Continue reading London Wildlife Trust – Wonderful Woodlands Sunday 12, March 11am-4pm
Nature’s Gym location change 2nd March 2017
Hi all, unfortunately, we have had to change the location for tomorrow's (2 March 2017) Nature's Gym. Instead we shall be working at Lower Sydenham Station. Hopefully, we can go back to Belmont Park and finish our work there another time. Please look for Lower Sydenham Station on this document for details of how to … Continue reading Nature’s Gym location change 2nd March 2017
London Wildlife Trust – Nature Detectives 14 February 11am-4pm
Join us for this fun family day in the wood. We will be looking for tracks and signs to find out what lives in the wood. We'll be making plaster casts, following trails and looking for clues. Booking essential. A free fun course for parents and children together. We'll be playing games and searching for … Continue reading London Wildlife Trust – Nature Detectives 14 February 11am-4pm
Winter bird walk at Sydenham Hill Wood – 12 February 9am-12.30pm
Guided walk in Sydenham Hill Wood to find winter birds Love London's woodland birds this Valentine's Day! Join London Wildlife Trust for a guided walk to discover the range of birds present in Sydenham Hill Wood Winter sees the return of the iconic firecrest, redwing, fieldfare, siskin and an influx of robin, goldfinch and chaffinch. … Continue reading Winter bird walk at Sydenham Hill Wood – 12 February 9am-12.30pm