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SUMMARY:Pleck Meadow Management - Hyndburn's Nature Reserve Volunteers session @Peel Park and the Coppice LNR
DESCRIPTION:Map showing the meeting point at Peel Park & the Coppice LNR. Click the image to be taken to the map.\nWe will be doing various management throughout Pleck Meadow\, including injurious weed removal\, seed sowing\, planting\, and more. \nJoin us for our new Hyndburn’s Nature Reserves project! There will be weekly conservation volunteers sessions at Peel Park and the Coppice Local Nature Reserve\, every Monday from 10am – 1pm. Come along to learn new skills\, meet people\, keep fit and help wildlife! \nTo express your interest or find out more\, email robert.gabryszak@prospectsfoundation.org.uk\, telephone 01254 230348 or call into the Prospects office at 54 Broadway\, Accrington \n 
URL:https://prospectsfoundation.org.uk/event/pleck-meadow-management-hyndburns-nature-reserve-volunteers-session-peel-park-and-the-coppice-lnr/
LOCATION:Peel Park and the Coppice Local Nature Reserve\, Main car park off Peel Park Avenue (next to the bowling green)\, Accrington\, Lancashire\, BB5 6HL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Conservation,Health and wellbeing,Peel Park and the Coppice LNR,Volunteering
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ORGANIZER;CN="Robert%20Gabryszak%20-%20LNR%20Project%20Officer":MAILTO:robert.gabryszak@prospectsfoundation.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260428T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260428T150000
DTSTAMP:20260516T035720
CREATED:20260331T143609Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T143609Z
UID:16768-1777370400-1777388400@prospectsfoundation.org.uk
SUMMARY:Hyndburn's Woodlands - Rushton House
DESCRIPTION:Join Hyndburn’s Woodlands Officer Brandon for weekly practical conservation sessions. \nThis week we will be at Rushton House Farm carrying out some dead-hedging work. Tasks include creating stakes\, establishing dead-hedge\, and potentially small-shrub removal. \nSecondary tasks include tidying up the hedgerow planted last year. \nWe will be meeting along Broadfield\, Oswaldtwistle\, BB5 3SA (Just below the Chick Inn on Google Maps) \n\n\nTo find out more or confirm your attendance\, please contact Brandon at brandon.cherry@prospectsfoundation.org.uk or 07733 840842
URL:https://prospectsfoundation.org.uk/event/hyndburns-woodlands-rushton-house/
LOCATION:Rushton House Farm\, Broadfield/Rough Hay Lane\, Oswaldtwistle\, BB5 3SF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Conservation,Health and wellbeing,Outdoor Learning,Volunteering,Woodlands
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ORGANIZER;CN="Brandon%20Cherry":MAILTO:brandon.cherry@prospectsfoundation.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260430T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260430T130000
DTSTAMP:20260516T035720
CREATED:20260331T165642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T165654Z
UID:16793-1777543200-1777554000@prospectsfoundation.org.uk
SUMMARY:Brookside Volunteer Workparty (Thursday Gang)
DESCRIPTION:Join Alice for seasonal habitat improvement work (and of course\, biscuits!) at Brookside. \nWe meet at the Noticeboard by the Stanhill Road entrance to the site at 10am – see the map below! \n \nAll are welcome but under 18s must be supervised by an adult. \nWaterproofs\, boots\, and sturdy clothes are highly recommended. \nAccess can be uneven and boggy\, so these sessions are not suitable for those with limited mobility. We suggest that participants should be comfortable walking for 15 minutes unaided. \nTo find out more or confirm your attendance\, please contact Alice at alice.pooley@prospectsfoundation.org.uk\, telephone 01254 230348\, or call into the Prospects office at 54 Broadway\, Accrington\, BB5 1EW.
URL:https://prospectsfoundation.org.uk/event/brookside-volunteer-workparty-thursday-gang-41/
LOCATION:Brookside\, Stanhill Road\, Oswaldtwistle\, BB5 4PP
CATEGORIES:Conservation,Health and wellbeing,Volunteering,Walking,Woodlands
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alice%20Pooley":MAILTO:alice.pooley@prospectsfoundation.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260503T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260503T130000
DTSTAMP:20260516T035720
CREATED:20260428T135139Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T135205Z
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SUMMARY:Brookside Volunteer Sunday
DESCRIPTION:By popular demand\, we will be starting a monthly weekend session at Brookside! Join us on the first Sunday of the month at 10 am and join in with practical habitat management tasks around the site. \nAll are welcome but under 18s must be supervised by an adult. We recommend that all participants should be comfortable walking unaided for a minimum of 20 minutes. \nWe meet at the Noticeboard by the Stanhill Road entrance to the site  – see the map below! \n \nWaterproofs\, boots\, and sturdy clothes are highly recommended. Gloves and tools will be provided! \nAccess can be uneven and boggy\, so these sessions are not suitable for those who rely on mobility aids. We are working hard to improve the accessibility of the site. \nTo find out more or confirm your attendance\, please contact Alice at alice.pooley@prospectsfoundation.org.uk\, telephone 01254 230348\, or call into the Prospects office at 54 Broadway\, Accrington\, BB5 1EW.
URL:https://prospectsfoundation.org.uk/event/brookside-volunteer-sunday-4/
LOCATION:Brookside\, Stanhill Road\, Oswaldtwistle\, BB5 4PP
CATEGORIES:Conservation,Health and wellbeing,Volunteering,Walking,Woodlands
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alice%20Pooley":MAILTO:alice.pooley@prospectsfoundation.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260505T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260505T150000
DTSTAMP:20260516T035720
CREATED:20260429T085103Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T085103Z
UID:16848-1777975200-1777993200@prospectsfoundation.org.uk
SUMMARY:Hyndburn's Woodlands - Whinney Hill
DESCRIPTION:Join Hyndburn’s Woodlands Officer Brandon for weekly practical conservation sessions. \nThis week we will be back at Whinney Hill woodland to carry out an early Balsam Bash. We’ve previously put a lot of effort into this area\, clearing successive amounts of germinating Balsam. It appears to have worked very well\, with minimal coming back compared to the previous year. we’re going to continue with the work and clear as much as possible. \nWe will be meeting at the Livingstone Road car park\, BB5 5BS (Just across from the Livingstone Road Allotments). \n\n\nTo find out more or confirm your attendance\, please contact Brandon at brandon.cherry@prospectsfoundation.org.uk or 07733 840842
URL:https://prospectsfoundation.org.uk/event/hyndburns-woodlands-whinney-hill-17/
LOCATION:Whinney Hill Woodland – Livingstone Road/East Crescent BB5 5BX\, Livingstone Road\, Accrington\, BB5 5BX
CATEGORIES:Conservation,Health and wellbeing,Outdoor Learning,Volunteering,Woodlands
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ORGANIZER;CN="Brandon%20Cherry":MAILTO:brandon.cherry@prospectsfoundation.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260506T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260506T150000
DTSTAMP:20260516T035720
CREATED:20260430T091739Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T091739Z
UID:16871-1778061600-1778079600@prospectsfoundation.org.uk
SUMMARY:Dry Stone Walling - Hyndburn's Nature Reserve Volunteers session @Jackhouse nature reserve
DESCRIPTION:We will be topping up a dry stone wall near the entrance. This will be a longer session (10am-3pm) so bring lunch and lots of water if you would like to stay for the full session! \nJoin us for our Hyndburn’s Nature Reserves project! There will be fortnightly conservation volunteers sessions at Jackhouse nature reserve\, on Wednesdays. Come along to learn new skills\, meet people\, keep fit and help wildlife! \nPark on Fieldings Lane\, it is then a 10 minute walk to the entrance of Jackhouse nature reserve where we will be meeting. \nTo express your interest or find out more\, email robert.gabryszak@prospectsfoundation.org.uk\, telephone 01254 230348 or call into the Prospects office at 54 Broadway\, Accrington \n 
URL:https://prospectsfoundation.org.uk/event/dry-stone-walling-hyndburns-nature-reserve-volunteers-session-jackhouse-nature-reserve-3/
LOCATION:Jackhouse Nature Reserve\, Pot House Lane\, Oswaldtwistle\, BB5 3RS
CATEGORIES:Conservation,Health and wellbeing,Peel Park and the Coppice LNR,Volunteering
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ORGANIZER;CN="Robert%20Gabryszak%20-%20LNR%20Project%20Officer":MAILTO:robert.gabryszak@prospectsfoundation.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260506T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260506T210000
DTSTAMP:20260516T035720
CREATED:20260427T070713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T145909Z
UID:16822-1778094000-1778101200@prospectsfoundation.org.uk
SUMMARY:Climate Action & Me - Nature Based Solutions Seminar
DESCRIPTION:Climate change and biodiversity loss are both accelerating at a frightening rate\, and it’s more important than ever that we take action within our own homes and communities. Luckily\, nature is on our side – from the smallest wildflower lawn to the Amazon rainforest\, healthy ecosystems are the key to solving some of the greatest challenges of our time. \nJoin Abigail Gunson from the Ribble Rivers Trust and Brookside Restoration Officer Alice Pooley at the Stanhill Social Club on May 6 for a free seminar all about how we can use nature-based solutions in our homes\, at Brookside\, and beyond! \nThis event is part of the Brookside Restoration Initiative. The Brookside master plan involves several kinds of nature-based solutions\, many of which we will be discussing at this event. \nDoors will open at 7pm for a 7:30pm start. \nTickets are available on Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/climate-action-me-nature-based-solutions-to-climate-change-free-seminar-tickets-1987397869527
URL:https://prospectsfoundation.org.uk/event/climate-action-me-nature-based-solutions-seminar/
LOCATION:Stanhill Social Club\, Stanhill Road\, Oswaldtwistle\, BB5 4PP
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260507T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260507T130000
DTSTAMP:20260516T035720
CREATED:20260427T070810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T070810Z
UID:16826-1778148000-1778158800@prospectsfoundation.org.uk
SUMMARY:Brookside Volunteer Workparty (Thursday Gang)
DESCRIPTION:Join Alice for seasonal habitat improvement work (and of course\, biscuits!) at Brookside. \nWe meet at the Noticeboard by the Stanhill Road entrance to the site at 10am – see the map below. \n \nAll are welcome but under 18s must be supervised by an adult. \nWaterproofs\, boots\, and sturdy clothes are highly recommended. \nAccess can be uneven and boggy\, so these sessions are not suitable for those with limited mobility. We suggest that participants should be comfortable walking for 15 minutes unaided. \nTo find out more or confirm your attendance\, please contact Alice at alice.pooley@prospectsfoundation.org.uk\, telephone 01254 230348\, or call into the Prospects office at 54 Broadway\, Accrington\, BB5 1EW.
URL:https://prospectsfoundation.org.uk/event/brookside-volunteer-workparty-thursday-gang-43/
LOCATION:Brookside\, Stanhill Road\, Oswaldtwistle\, BB5 4PP
CATEGORIES:Conservation,Health and wellbeing,Volunteering,Walking,Woodlands
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alice%20Pooley":MAILTO:alice.pooley@prospectsfoundation.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260507T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260507T150000
DTSTAMP:20260516T035720
CREATED:20260430T093503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T093819Z
UID:16881-1778148000-1778166000@prospectsfoundation.org.uk
SUMMARY:Community Tree Nursery - Looking After Wildflowers and Balsam Bash
DESCRIPTION:Join our Hyndburn’s Nature Reserves Project Officer Robert for a monthly session at our Community Tree Nursery! We will be looking after the wildflowers we have been growing and clearing some Himalayan Balsam. \nWe will be meeting at the small car park at the top of Miller Fold Avenue\, Accrington\, BB5 0NT (more on-street parking available once the car park is full). Google maps link HERE. Meet at 10am. Robert will be at the Tree Nursery until 3pm\, but you can leave at any point during the session. Please bring lunch if you would like to stay till 3pm! \nPLEASE NOTE: Site Accessibility – there is a short walk from the cars down a very uneven road. The allotment itself has bad access; the path down to the entrance is steep and overgrown! Wear good footwear and non-snag clothing.  \n\nEveryone welcome. Under 18s will need to be accompanied by an adult\nPlease wear suitable outdoor clothes and sturdy boots\n\nTo find out more or confirm your attendance\, please contact Robert at robert.gabryszak@prospectsfoundation.org.uk\, telephone 01254 230348\, or call into the Prospects office at 54 Broadway\, Accrington\, BB5 1EW. \n  \n 
URL:https://prospectsfoundation.org.uk/event/community-tree-nursery-looking-after-wildflowers-and-balsam-bash/
LOCATION:Miller Fold Allotment\, Miller Fold Ave\, Accrington\, BB5 0NT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Conservation,Gardening,Health and wellbeing,Volunteering
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ORGANIZER;CN="Helen%20Earnshaw%20-%20Community%20TreeACTION%20Officer":MAILTO:helen.earnshaw@prospectsfoundation.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260511T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260511T130000
DTSTAMP:20260516T035720
CREATED:20260429T165730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T093440Z
UID:16860-1778493600-1778504400@prospectsfoundation.org.uk
SUMMARY:Tree Maintenance Mondays - Willows Lane Birch at Bullough Park
DESCRIPTION:Join our Community TreeACTION Officer Helen for TREE MAINTENANCE MONDAYS! \nThis practical session involves moving wood chip mulch around the base of the new large silver birch trees at Willows Lane\, and checking the rubber tree ties for breakages. PLEASE NOTE: The work site is on a steep slope. \nWe will be meeting on Willows Lane near ‘Top Shop’\, Accrington\, BB5 0LR (Google Maps link HERE) On-street parking is available. \n\nNo experience is necessary – just bring your enthusiasm!\nPlease wear suitable outdoor clothes and sturdy boots\nWork gloves will be provided\nAll ages welcome. Under-18s will need to be accompanied by an adult\n\nTo find out more or confirm your attendance\, please contact Helen at helen.earnshaw@prospectsfoundation.org.uk\, telephone 01254 230348\, or call into the Prospects office at 54 Broadway\, Accrington\, BB5 1EW. \nThe TreeACTION Project is a direct result of Hyndburn Borough Council’s Climate Emergency Declaration in September 2019 and is seen as one of the key projects where local people can help to reduce emissions within the borough.
URL:https://prospectsfoundation.org.uk/event/tree-maintenance-mondays-willows-lane-bullough/
LOCATION:Top Shop Willows Lane\, Top Shop\, Accrington\, Lancashire\, BB5 0LR\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Conservation,Health and wellbeing,TreeACTION,Volunteering
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ORGANIZER;CN="Helen%20Earnshaw%20-%20Community%20TreeACTION%20Officer":MAILTO:helen.earnshaw@prospectsfoundation.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260511T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260511T130000
DTSTAMP:20260516T035720
CREATED:20260430T091053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T091053Z
UID:16864-1778493600-1778504400@prospectsfoundation.org.uk
SUMMARY:Northern Gateway Tidy - Hyndburn's Nature Reserve Volunteers session @Peel Park and the Coppice LNR
DESCRIPTION:Map showing the meeting point at Peel Park & the Coppice LNR. Click the image to be taken to the map.\nWe will be doing a tidy-up at the Northern Gateway\, including removing dock and sowing wildflower seeds. \nJoin us for our new Hyndburn’s Nature Reserves project! There will be weekly conservation volunteers sessions at Peel Park and the Coppice Local Nature Reserve\, every Monday from 10am – 1pm. Come along to learn new skills\, meet people\, keep fit and help wildlife! \nTo express your interest or find out more\, email robert.gabryszak@prospectsfoundation.org.uk\, telephone 01254 230348 or call into the Prospects office at 54 Broadway\, Accrington \n 
URL:https://prospectsfoundation.org.uk/event/northern-gateway-tidy-hyndburns-nature-reserve-volunteers-session-peel-park-and-the-coppice-lnr-4/
LOCATION:Peel Park and the Coppice Local Nature Reserve\, Main car park off Peel Park Avenue (next to the bowling green)\, Accrington\, Lancashire\, BB5 6HL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Conservation,Health and wellbeing,Peel Park and the Coppice LNR,Volunteering
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ORGANIZER;CN="Robert%20Gabryszak%20-%20LNR%20Project%20Officer":MAILTO:robert.gabryszak@prospectsfoundation.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260512T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260512T150000
DTSTAMP:20260516T035720
CREATED:20260428T153509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T153509Z
UID:16846-1778580000-1778598000@prospectsfoundation.org.uk
SUMMARY:Hyndburn's Woodlands - Huncoat East
DESCRIPTION:Join Hyndburn’s Woodlands Officer Brandon for weekly practical conservation sessions. \nThis week we will be at Huncoat East woodland carrying out some maintenance work. We will be making repairs to the boundary fence that has been vandalised. Tasks include sawing timber to size\, installing timber into the fence. \nWe may also continue with the path scraping started a few months ago if we have time. \nWe will be meeting alone Altham Lane (27 Altham Lane on Google Maps)\, BB5 5US. \n\n\nTo find out more or confirm your attendance\, please contact Brandon at brandon.cherry@prospectsfoundation.org.uk or 07733 840842
URL:https://prospectsfoundation.org.uk/event/hyndburns-woodlands-huncoat-east-5/
LOCATION:Huncoat East Woodland\, 27 Altham Lane\, Accrington\, Lancashire\, BB5 5UR\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Conservation,Health and wellbeing,Outdoor Learning,Volunteering,Woodlands
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ORGANIZER;CN="Brandon%20Cherry":MAILTO:brandon.cherry@prospectsfoundation.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260513T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260513T130000
DTSTAMP:20260516T035720
CREATED:20260430T092213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T092213Z
UID:16875-1778666400-1778677200@prospectsfoundation.org.uk
SUMMARY:King George's Meadow Mgmt | Hyndburn's Nature Reserve Volunteers session @Woodnook Vale LNR
DESCRIPTION:We will be doing various meadow management at King George V’s Meadow\, including digging up dock and sowing wildflower seed. \nJoin us for our Hyndburn’s Nature Reserves project! There will be fortnightly conservation volunteers sessions at Woodnook Vale LNR\, on Wednesdays. Come along to learn new skills\, meet people\, keep fit and help wildlife! \nTo express your interest or find out more\, email robert.gabryszak@prospectsfoundation.org.uk\, telephone 01254 230348 or call into the Prospects office at 54 Broadway\, Accrington \n 
URL:https://prospectsfoundation.org.uk/event/king-georges-meadow-mgmt-hyndburns-nature-reserve-volunteers-session-woodnook-vale-lnr/
LOCATION:Woodnook Vale LNR – Royds Street\, 140 Royds Steet\, Accrington\, Lancashire\, BB5 2LW\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Conservation,Health and wellbeing,Peel Park and the Coppice LNR,Volunteering
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ORGANIZER;CN="Robert%20Gabryszak%20-%20LNR%20Project%20Officer":MAILTO:robert.gabryszak@prospectsfoundation.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260513T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260513T200000
DTSTAMP:20260516T035720
CREATED:20260420T093642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T155211Z
UID:16813-1778695200-1778702400@prospectsfoundation.org.uk
SUMMARY:People's Emergency Briefing - film screening
DESCRIPTION:People’s Emergency Briefing film screening and Q&A organised by the Prospects Foundation and Maundy Relief. \nThe People’s Emergency Briefing is a new film from the National Emergency Briefing – a public information initiative to ensure the UK is fully briefed on the climate and nature crisis.  The film presents the national implications of climate and nature breakdown – along with credible\, positive responses – in a single\, accessible account designed for screening in communities across the UK. \nThe screening will be held at Accrington Academy\, Queens Road West\, Accrington\, Lancashire\, BB5 4FF on Wednesday 13th May 2026. Please arrive at 6pm for a 6.15pm start time.  Car parking is available on the school grounds\, please enter through the main school gate. \nIf you have any questions about the event please contact info@prospectsfoundation.org.uk \n 
URL:https://prospectsfoundation.org.uk/event/peoples-emergency-briefing-film-screening/
LOCATION:Accrington Academy\, Queens Road West\, Accrington\, Lancashire\, BB5 4FF\, United Kingdom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260514T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260514T130000
DTSTAMP:20260516T035720
CREATED:20260427T070837Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T070837Z
UID:16829-1778752800-1778763600@prospectsfoundation.org.uk
SUMMARY:Brookside Volunteer Workparty (Thursday Gang)
DESCRIPTION:Join Alice for seasonal habitat improvement work (and of course\, biscuits!) at Brookside. \nWe meet at the Noticeboard by the Stanhill Road entrance to the site at 10am – see the map below. \n \nAll are welcome but under 18s must be supervised by an adult. \nWaterproofs\, boots\, and sturdy clothes are highly recommended. \nAccess can be uneven and boggy\, so these sessions are not suitable for those with limited mobility. We suggest that participants should be comfortable walking for 15 minutes unaided. \nTo find out more or confirm your attendance\, please contact Alice at alice.pooley@prospectsfoundation.org.uk\, telephone 01254 230348\, or call into the Prospects office at 54 Broadway\, Accrington\, BB5 1EW.
URL:https://prospectsfoundation.org.uk/event/brookside-volunteer-workparty-thursday-gang-44/
LOCATION:Brookside\, Stanhill Road\, Oswaldtwistle\, BB5 4PP
CATEGORIES:Conservation,Health and wellbeing,Volunteering,Walking,Woodlands
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alice%20Pooley":MAILTO:alice.pooley@prospectsfoundation.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260518T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260518T130000
DTSTAMP:20260516T035720
CREATED:20260430T091406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T095037Z
UID:16868-1779098400-1779109200@prospectsfoundation.org.uk
SUMMARY:Meadow Mgmt - Hyndburn's Nature Reserve Volunteers session @Peel Park and the Coppice LNR
DESCRIPTION:Map showing the meeting point at Peel Park & the Coppice LNR. Click the image to be taken to the map.\nWe will be doing various meadow management across the site. \nJoin us for our new Hyndburn’s Nature Reserves project! There will be weekly conservation volunteers sessions at Peel Park and the Coppice Local Nature Reserve\, every Monday from 10am – 1pm. Come along to learn new skills\, meet people\, keep fit and help wildlife! \nTo express your interest or find out more\, email robert.gabryszak@prospectsfoundation.org.uk\, telephone 01254 230348 or call into the Prospects office at 54 Broadway\, Accrington \n 
URL:https://prospectsfoundation.org.uk/event/meadow-mgmt-hyndburns-nature-reserve-volunteers-session-peel-park-and-the-coppice-lnr/
LOCATION:Peel Park and the Coppice Local Nature Reserve\, Main car park off Peel Park Avenue (next to the bowling green)\, Accrington\, Lancashire\, BB5 6HL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Conservation,Health and wellbeing,Peel Park and the Coppice LNR,Volunteering
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ORGANIZER;CN="Robert%20Gabryszak%20-%20LNR%20Project%20Officer":MAILTO:robert.gabryszak@prospectsfoundation.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260518T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260518T130000
DTSTAMP:20260516T035720
CREATED:20260430T093345Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T093345Z
UID:16866-1779098400-1779109200@prospectsfoundation.org.uk
SUMMARY:Tree Maintenance Mondays - Bullough Community Woodland
DESCRIPTION:Join our Community TreeACTION Officer Helen for TREE MAINTENANCE MONDAYS! 🌳 \nThis practical session involves fixing broken tubes\, adding new wooden stakes and doing a general tidy of the area. \nWe will be meeting at the Bullough Park Car Park\, Dunny Shop Av\, Accrington\, BB5 0LW (Google Maps Link HERE) \n\nNo experience is necessary – just bring your enthusiasm!\nPlease wear suitable outdoor clothes and sturdy boots\nWork gloves will be provided\nAll ages welcome. Under-18s will need to be accompanied by an adult\n\nTo find out more or confirm your attendance\, please contact Helen at helen.earnshaw@prospectsfoundation.org.uk\, telephone 01254 230348\, or call into the Prospects office at 54 Broadway\, Accrington\, BB5 1EW. \nThe TreeACTION Project is a direct result of Hyndburn Borough Council’s Climate Emergency Declaration in September 2019 and is seen as one of the key projects where local people can help to reduce emissions within the borough.
URL:https://prospectsfoundation.org.uk/event/tree-maintenance-mondays-bcw/
LOCATION:Bullough Park\, 2 Park Cres\, Accrington\, Lancashire\, BB5 0LW\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Conservation,Health and wellbeing,TreeACTION,Volunteering
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ORGANIZER;CN="Helen%20Earnshaw%20-%20Community%20TreeACTION%20Officer":MAILTO:helen.earnshaw@prospectsfoundation.org.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260519T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260519T150000
DTSTAMP:20260516T035720
CREATED:20260428T153405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T151122Z
UID:16843-1779184800-1779202800@prospectsfoundation.org.uk
SUMMARY:Hyndburn's Woodlands - Rushton House
DESCRIPTION:Join Hyndburn’s Woodlands Officer Brandon for weekly practical conservation sessions. \nThis week we will be at Rushton House Farm carrying out some dead-hedging work. Tasks include creating stakes\, establishing dead-hedge\, and potentially small-shrub removal. \nSecondary tasks include tidying up the hedgerow planted last year. \nWe will be meeting along Broadfield\, Oswaldtwistle\, BB5 3SA (Just below the Chick Inn on Google Maps) \n\n\nTo find out more or confirm your attendance\, please contact Brandon at brandon.cherry@prospectsfoundation.org.uk or 07733 840842
URL:https://prospectsfoundation.org.uk/event/hyndburns-woodlands-rushton-house-2/
LOCATION:Rushton House Farm\, Broadfield/Rough Hay Lane\, Oswaldtwistle\, BB5 3SF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Conservation,Health and wellbeing,Outdoor Learning,Volunteering,Woodlands
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ORGANIZER;CN="Brandon%20Cherry":MAILTO:brandon.cherry@prospectsfoundation.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260519T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260519T130000
DTSTAMP:20260516T035720
CREATED:20260430T105739Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T105739Z
UID:16895-1779184800-1779195600@prospectsfoundation.org.uk
SUMMARY:Community Tree Nursery session
DESCRIPTION:Join our Community TreeACTION Officer Helen for a practical session at our new Tree Nursery Allotment at Miller Fold! \nThis will be a general tidy day\, tasks may include weeding\, pulling balsam\, laying down membrane\, cutting back shrubs and watering. \nWe have camping chairs on site. Please bring snacks and plenty of drinking water. \nWe will be meeting at the small car park at the top of Miller Fold Avenue\, Accrington\, BB5 0NT (more on-street parking available once the car park is full). Google maps link HERE. \nSite Accessibility – there is a short walk from the cars down a very uneven road. The allotment itself has lots of steps. Wear good footwear and non-snag clothing.  \n\nEveryone welcome. Under 18s will need to be accompanied by an adult\nPlease wear suitable outdoor clothes and sturdy boots\n\nTo find out more or confirm your attendance\, please contact Helen at helen.earnshaw@prospectsfoundation.org.uk\, telephone 01254 230348\, or call into the Prospects office at 54 Broadway\, Accrington\, BB5 1EW. \nThe TreeACTION Project is a direct result of Hyndburn Borough Council’s Climate Emergency Declaration in September 2019 and is seen as one of the key projects where local people can help to reduce emissions within the borough. \n  \n 
URL:https://prospectsfoundation.org.uk/event/community-tree-nursery-session-10/
LOCATION:Miller Fold Allotment\, Miller Fold Ave\, Accrington\, BB5 0NT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Conservation,Gardening,Health and wellbeing,Volunteering
ORGANIZER;CN="Helen%20Earnshaw%20-%20Community%20TreeACTION%20Officer":MAILTO:helen.earnshaw@prospectsfoundation.org.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260520T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260520T130000
DTSTAMP:20260516T035720
CREATED:20260430T091905Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260515T123655Z
UID:16873-1779271200-1779282000@prospectsfoundation.org.uk
SUMMARY:Dry Stone Walling - Hyndburn's Nature Reserve Volunteers session @Jackhouse nature reserve
DESCRIPTION:We will be finishing the repair of the Dry Stone Wall near the entrance. \nJoin us for our Hyndburn’s Nature Reserves project! There will be fortnightly conservation volunteers sessions at Jackhouse nature reserve\, on Wednesdays. Come along to learn new skills\, meet people\, keep fit and help wildlife! \nPark on Fieldings Lane\, it is then a 10 minute walk to the entrance of Jackhouse nature reserve where we will be meeting. \nTo express your interest or find out more\, email robert.gabryszak@prospectsfoundation.org.uk\, telephone 01254 230348 or call into the Prospects office at 54 Broadway\, Accrington \n 
URL:https://prospectsfoundation.org.uk/event/meadow-mgmt-hyndburns-nature-reserve-volunteers-session-jackhouse-nature-reserve/
LOCATION:Jackhouse Nature Reserve\, Pot House Lane\, Oswaldtwistle\, BB5 3RS
CATEGORIES:Conservation,Health and wellbeing,Peel Park and the Coppice LNR,Volunteering
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ORGANIZER;CN="Robert%20Gabryszak%20-%20LNR%20Project%20Officer":MAILTO:robert.gabryszak@prospectsfoundation.org.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260526T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260526T150000
DTSTAMP:20260516T035720
CREATED:20260429T085140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T090853Z
UID:16851-1779789600-1779807600@prospectsfoundation.org.uk
SUMMARY:Hyndburn's Woodlands - Whinney Hill
DESCRIPTION:Join Hyndburn’s Woodlands Officer Brandon for weekly practical conservation sessions. \nThis week we will be back at Whinney Hill woodland to carry out an early Balsam Bash. We’ve previously put a lot of effort into this area\, clearing successive amounts of germinating Balsam. It appears to have worked very well\, with minimal coming back compared to the previous year. we’re going to continue with the work and clear as much as possible. \nWe will be meeting at the Livingstone Road car park\, BB5 5BS (Just across from the Livingstone Road Allotments). \n\n\nTo find out more or confirm your attendance\, please contact Brandon at brandon.cherry@prospectsfoundation.org.uk or 07733 840842
URL:https://prospectsfoundation.org.uk/event/hyndburns-woodlands-whinney-hill-18/
LOCATION:Whinney Hill Woodland – Livingstone Road/East Crescent BB5 5BX\, Livingstone Road\, Accrington\, BB5 5BX
CATEGORIES:Conservation,Health and wellbeing,Outdoor Learning,Volunteering,Woodlands
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ORGANIZER;CN="Brandon%20Cherry":MAILTO:brandon.cherry@prospectsfoundation.org.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260526T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260526T130000
DTSTAMP:20260516T035720
CREATED:20260430T111551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T111551Z
UID:16899-1779789600-1779800400@prospectsfoundation.org.uk
SUMMARY:Community Litter Pick at Bullough Community Woodland
DESCRIPTION:Join our Community TreeACTION Officer Helen for a community litter pick around the new Bullough Community Woodland! \nWe will be meeting at the Bullough Park Car Park\, Dunny Shop Av\, Accrington\, BB5 0LW (Google Maps Link HERE) \n\nNo experience is necessary – just bring your enthusiasm!\nPlease wear suitable outdoor clothes and sturdy boots\nWork gloves will be provided\nAll ages welcome. Under-18s will need to be accompanied by an adult\n\nTo find out more or confirm your attendance\, please contact Helen at helen.earnshaw@prospectsfoundation.org.uk\, telephone 01254 230348\, or call into the Prospects office at 54 Broadway\, Accrington\, BB5 1EW. \nThe TreeACTION Project is a direct result of Hyndburn Borough Council’s Climate Emergency Declaration in September 2019 and is seen as one of the key projects where local people can help to reduce emissions within the borough.
URL:https://prospectsfoundation.org.uk/event/litter-pick-bullough-community-woodland/
LOCATION:Bullough Park\, 2 Park Cres\, Accrington\, Lancashire\, BB5 0LW\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Conservation,Health and wellbeing,TreeACTION,Volunteering
ORGANIZER;CN="Helen%20Earnshaw%20-%20Community%20TreeACTION%20Officer":MAILTO:helen.earnshaw@prospectsfoundation.org.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260527T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260527T130000
DTSTAMP:20260516T035720
CREATED:20260430T092942Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T092942Z
UID:16879-1779876000-1779886800@prospectsfoundation.org.uk
SUMMARY:Perth St Path Tidy | Hyndburn's Nature Reserve Volunteers session @Woodnook Vale LNR
DESCRIPTION:We will be cutting branches back and clearing some balsam at the Perth St entrance to Woodnook Vale LNR. \nJoin us for our new Hyndburn’s Nature Reserves project! There will be fortnightly conservation volunteers sessions at Woodnook Vale LNR\, Wednesdays. Come along to learn new skills\, meet people\, keep fit and help wildlife! \nTo express your interest or find out more\, email robert.gabryszak@prospectsfoundation.org.uk\, telephone 01254 230348 or call into the Prospects office at 54 Broadway\, Accrington \n 
URL:https://prospectsfoundation.org.uk/event/perth-st-path-tidy-hyndburns-nature-reserve-volunteers-session-woodnook-vale-lnr/
LOCATION:Woodnook Vale LNR – Perth Street\, 16 Perth Street\, Accrington\, Lancashire\, BB5 0QD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Conservation,Health and wellbeing,Peel Park and the Coppice LNR,Volunteering
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ORGANIZER;CN="Robert%20Gabryszak%20-%20LNR%20Project%20Officer":MAILTO:robert.gabryszak@prospectsfoundation.org.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260527T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260527T130000
DTSTAMP:20260516T035720
CREATED:20260430T110850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T110850Z
UID:16897-1779876000-1779886800@prospectsfoundation.org.uk
SUMMARY:Community Tree Nursery - Big Balsam Bash!
DESCRIPTION:Join our Community TreeACTION Officer Helen for a practical session at our new Tree Nursery Allotment at Miller Fold! \nThis week we’ll be joining in with the BIG BALSAM BASH (www.bigbalsambash.co.uk) \nWe have camping chairs on site. Please bring snacks and plenty of drinking water. \nWe will be meeting at the small car park at the top of Miller Fold Avenue\, Accrington\, BB5 0NT (more on-street parking available once the car park is full). Google maps link HERE. \nSite Accessibility – there is a short walk from the cars down a very uneven road. The allotment itself has lots of steps. Wear good footwear and non-snag clothing.  \n\nEveryone welcome. Under 18s will need to be accompanied by an adult\nPlease wear suitable outdoor clothes and sturdy boots\n\nTo find out more or confirm your attendance\, please contact Helen at helen.earnshaw@prospectsfoundation.org.uk\, telephone 01254 230348\, or call into the Prospects office at 54 Broadway\, Accrington\, BB5 1EW. \nThe TreeACTION Project is a direct result of Hyndburn Borough Council’s Climate Emergency Declaration in September 2019 and is seen as one of the key projects where local people can help to reduce emissions within the borough. \n  \n 
URL:https://prospectsfoundation.org.uk/event/community-tree-nursery-big-balsam-bash/
LOCATION:Miller Fold Allotment\, Miller Fold Ave\, Accrington\, BB5 0NT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Conservation,Gardening,Health and wellbeing,Volunteering
ORGANIZER;CN="Helen%20Earnshaw%20-%20Community%20TreeACTION%20Officer":MAILTO:helen.earnshaw@prospectsfoundation.org.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260527T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260527T210000
DTSTAMP:20260516T035720
CREATED:20260430T140023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T140034Z
UID:16908-1779904800-1779915600@prospectsfoundation.org.uk
SUMMARY:PROSPECTS 2026 AGM
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our 2026 Annual General Meeting (AGM) to find out about the work we’ve done over the past year. New members encouraged! As part of the AGM we will be going on a walk around Bullough Community Woodland. \nBOOKING REQUIRED: info@prospectsfoundation.org.uk \nDate: Wednesday 27th May 2026\nTime: 6pm-9pm\nLocation: To Be Confirmed (email to book and stay in the loop!) \n 
URL:https://prospectsfoundation.org.uk/event/prospects-2026-agm/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Robert%20Gabryszak%20-%20LNR%20Project%20Officer":MAILTO:robert.gabryszak@prospectsfoundation.org.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260528T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260528T160000
DTSTAMP:20260516T035720
CREATED:20260427T071235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T140411Z
UID:16828-1779962400-1779984000@prospectsfoundation.org.uk
SUMMARY:Upper Hyndburn River Blitz (Brookside)
DESCRIPTION:This week\, we are running the Upper Hyndburn River Blitz in place of the regular Brookside volunteer session! Can you become a citizen scientist and help us sample the water quality from Lottice and Tinker Brook? Under the watchful eye of experts from the Ribble Rivers Trust\, full training and all of the necessary kit will be provided. \nAll are welcome but under 18s must be supervised by an adult. \nPlease bring water and a packed lunch. Waterproofs\, boots\, and sturdy clothes are highly recommended. \nPlease book your place here: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/ribbleriverstrust/2125405 \nAccess can be uneven and boggy\, so these sessions are not suitable for those with limited mobility. We suggest that participants should be comfortable walking for 15 minutes unaided. \n 
URL:https://prospectsfoundation.org.uk/event/upper-hyndburn-river-blitz-brookside/
LOCATION:Brookside\, Stanhill Road\, Oswaldtwistle\, BB5 4PP
CATEGORIES:Conservation,Health and wellbeing,Volunteering,Walking,Woodlands
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alice%20Pooley":MAILTO:alice.pooley@prospectsfoundation.org.uk
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