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SUMMARY:Community Tree Nursery - General jobs
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 doing general jobs such as weeding\, balsam bashing\, cutting back shrubs\, watering the trees and potentially potting on some seedlings. \nWe have camping chairs on site. Please bring snacks and plenty of drinking water. \n📍 We will be meeting at the bottom of Miller Fold Avenue\, at the gate before it turns right to the Riding Centre. Google maps link HERE. The track down has potholes and loose stones\, we do not advise driving down unless absolutely necessary. Parking location below\, please note it takes about 5 mins to walk down to the meeting point. \n🚗 Please park at the small parking bay 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 an 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-general-jobs-3/
LOCATION:Miller Fold Allotment\, Miller Fold Ave\, Accrington\, BB5 0NT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Conservation,Gardening,Health and wellbeing,TreeACTION,Volunteering
ORGANIZER;CN="Helen%20Earnshaw%20-%20Community%20TreeACTION%20Officer":MAILTO:helen.earnshaw@prospectsfoundation.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260901T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260901T150000
DTSTAMP:20260907T152145
CREATED:20260827T121259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260827T121259Z
UID:17399-1788256800-1788274800@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 at Whinney Hill woodland creating Hazel Hurdles at the butterfly glade at the top of Whinney Hill! We’ll be harvesting Willow stems to weave between Hazel stakes to create lovely barriers around the footpath areas of the glade. \n\nTasks include cutting Willow whips\, creating stakes from Hazel lengths\, and creating infrastructure. \nWe will be meeting along Livingstone Road\, BB5 5BS (Just next to the Livingstone Road allotments on Google Maps) \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-26/
LOCATION:Whinney Hill Woodland – Livingstone Road/East Crescent BB5 5BX\, Livingstone Road\, Accrington\, BB5 5BX
CATEGORIES:Conservation,Outdoor Learning,Traditional Crafts,Volunteering,Woodlands
ORGANIZER;CN="Brandon%20Cherry":MAILTO:brandon.cherry@prospectsfoundation.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260902T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260902T130000
DTSTAMP:20260907T152145
CREATED:20260820T112410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T112410Z
UID:17365-1788343200-1788354000@prospectsfoundation.org.uk
SUMMARY:Himalayan Balsam Bashing - Hyndburn's Nature Reserve Volunteers session @Jackhouse nature reserve
DESCRIPTION:The dreaded Invasive Non-Native Himalayan Balsam is rearing its ugly head again and we need your help to reduce its spread! Balsam can spread and dominate habitats unchecked which vastly reduces biodiversity as it outcompetes native wildflowers and starves pollinators like many solitary bees and butterflies. We will be pulling and/or bashing balsam across the site this summer. \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/himalayan-balsam-bashing-hyndburns-nature-reserve-volunteers-session-jackhouse-nature-reserve-6/
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:20260903T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260903T130000
DTSTAMP:20260907T152145
CREATED:20260827T124549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260827T124848Z
UID:17415-1788429600-1788440400@prospectsfoundation.org.uk
SUMMARY:Brookside Volunteer Workparty (Thursday Gang)
DESCRIPTION:The Prospects Foundation and Hyndburn Borough Council are very excited to announce the return of the Brookside Thursday Gang volunteering sessions! \nWe’ll be kickstarting the return to the project with a session working on the gathering area. Tasks include: \n\nScything and raking the gathering area\nDismantling a fire\nCutting and laying turf over the fire area\nChecking on the trees planted\nMoving logs to make seating\n\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 Brandon at brandon.cherry@prospectsfoundation.org.uk or call on 07733 840842
URL:https://prospectsfoundation.org.uk/event/brookside-volunteer-workparty-thursday-gang-49/
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:20260903T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260903T150000
DTSTAMP:20260907T152145
CREATED:20260827T143715Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260827T143728Z
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SUMMARY:Community Tree Nursery - Potting up 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-potting-up-wildflowers-and-balsam-bash-4/
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:20260906T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260906T130000
DTSTAMP:20260907T152145
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SUMMARY:Brookside Volunteer Sunday
DESCRIPTION:The Prospects Foundation and Hyndburn Borough Council are very excited to announce the return of the much loved Brookside Volunteer Sunday sessions! \nThis week\, we will be kickstarting the return with a gentle coppicing session. We need to inspect some of the stools that were cut by the cable company to ensure it was done properly and that the Hazel will re-grow properly. If all is well\, we’ll move onto using material onsite to create ‘Dragons Nest’ around the stools to prevent regrowth being browsed by Deer. \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 Brandon at brandon.cherry@prospectsfoundation.org.uk or call on 07733 840842
URL:https://prospectsfoundation.org.uk/event/brookside-volunteer-sunday-6/
LOCATION:Brookside\, Stanhill Road\, Oswaldtwistle\, BB5 4PP
CATEGORIES:Conservation,Health and wellbeing,Volunteering,Walking,Woodlands
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260907T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260907T150000
DTSTAMP:20260907T152145
CREATED:20260820T104112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T104112Z
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SUMMARY:Pleck Meadow Annual Tractor Cut - Hyndburn's Nature Reserve Volunteers session @Peel Park and the Coppice LNR
DESCRIPTION:Map showing the car park at Peel Park & the Coppice LNR. Click the image to be taken to the map.\nIt’s that time of year again! Pleck Meadow will be receiving it’s 5th annual cut and collect on Monday 7th September. \nA “cut and collect” is a meadow management technique used to reduce nutrients in a wildflower meadow. Low nutrient soil prevents injurious weeds and coarse grasses from dominating and allows a wider variety of wildflowers to establish\, providing a greater benefit to local wildlife. \nWe need help from volunteers to marshal and keep an eye out for critters like frogs and voles. Find us any time between 9am – 3pm at Pleck Meadow. \nJoin us for our 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-annual-tractor-cut-hyndburns-nature-reserve-volunteers-session-peel-park-and-the-coppice-lnr/
LOCATION:Pleck Meadow\, Pleck Meadow\, Accrington\, Lancashire\, 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:20260908T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260908T150000
DTSTAMP:20260907T152145
CREATED:20260826T082450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T082450Z
UID:17374-1788861600-1788879600@prospectsfoundation.org.uk
SUMMARY:Scything and hay raking at Milnshaw Park butterfly wildflower meadow
DESCRIPTION:Join Hyndburn Butterfly Project and the PROSPECTS Foundation for a day of scything and hay raking at Milnshaw Park butterfly wildflower meadow. \nDate: Tuesday 8th September 2026\nTime: 10am – 3pm\nMeeting point: Milnshaw Park\, Lancaster Avenue\, Accrington\, BB5 4BH \nContact Gemma to book or find out more: gemma.mcmullan@prospectsfoundation.org.uk
URL:https://prospectsfoundation.org.uk/event/scything-and-hay-raking-at-milnshaw-park-butterfly-wildflower-meadow-2/
LOCATION:Milnshaw Park\, Lancaster Ave\, Accrington\, Accrington\, Lancashire\, BB5 4SD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Conservation,Gardening,Traditional Crafts
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ORGANIZER;CN="Gemma%20McMullan":MAILTO:gemma.mcmullan@prospectsfoundation.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260908T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260908T150000
DTSTAMP:20260907T152145
CREATED:20260827T122504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260827T122913Z
UID:17401-1788861600-1788879600@prospectsfoundation.org.uk
SUMMARY:Hyndburn's Woodlands - Milnshaw Park
DESCRIPTION:Join Hyndburn’s Woodlands Officer Brandon for weekly practical conservation sessions. \n\nThis week we will assisting with the meadow maintenance work that happens annually at Milnshaw Park. This is a lovely wildflower meadow that was first established by the Hyndburn’s Butterfly Project and provides incredible opportunities for pollinators. \nWe will be carrying out a scythe and rake to ensure it continues its benefits for wildlife. This is a big job\, any and all hands would be greatly appreciated! If you are a novice at scything then not to worry\, there’s plenty of experienced hands on deck to teach you. \nWe will be meeting at Milnshaw Park\, Lancaster Avenue\, Accrington\, BB5 4DB. There is on-street parking available. \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-27/
LOCATION:Milnshaw Park\, Lancaster Ave\, Accrington\, Accrington\, Lancashire\, BB5 4SD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Conservation,Outdoor Learning,Traditional Crafts,Volunteering
ORGANIZER;CN="Brandon%20Cherry":MAILTO:brandon.cherry@prospectsfoundation.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260909T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260909T130000
DTSTAMP:20260907T152145
CREATED:20260820T112656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T112656Z
UID:17369-1788948000-1788958800@prospectsfoundation.org.uk
SUMMARY:GrOwING WILD Scything Day | Hyndburn's Nature Reserve Volunteers session @Woodnook Vale LNR
DESCRIPTION:Join Prospects for a scything day at the GrOwING WILD Allotment! \nAs well as scything\, we will need help raking and moving vegetation. We will also be doing a bit of Yellow Rattle seed sowing. \nParking and meeting on Hollins Lane BB5 2RB\, it is then a short walk down to the Allotment. Or you can find us at the allotment between 10am-1pm. \nJoin us for our 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/growing-wild-scything-day-hyndburns-nature-reserve-volunteers-session-woodnook-vale-lnr/
LOCATION:GrOwING WILD Community Allotment\, Hill Street\, Baxenden\, BB5 2RB\, 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:20260910T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260910T130000
DTSTAMP:20260907T152145
CREATED:20260827T124817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260827T124817Z
UID:17417-1789034400-1789045200@prospectsfoundation.org.uk
SUMMARY:Brookside Volunteer Workparty (Thursday Gang)
DESCRIPTION:The Prospects Foundation and Hyndburn Borough Council are very excited to announce the return of the Brookside Thursday Gang volunteering sessions! \nThis week\, we’ll begin work on the Wildflower meadow areas. Tasks include scything and raking the wildflower meadow areas\, ready for seeding. \nWe’ll be seeding with either a standard wildflower mix or a woodland edge mix\, depending on the situation. \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 Brandon at brandon.cherry@prospectsfoundation.org.uk or call on 07733 840842
URL:https://prospectsfoundation.org.uk/event/brookside-volunteer-workparty-thursday-gang-50/
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:20260911T191500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260911T210000
DTSTAMP:20260907T152145
CREATED:20260820T104347Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T104429Z
UID:17358-1789154100-1789160400@prospectsfoundation.org.uk
SUMMARY:Bat Walk at Jackhouse Nature Reserve
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a walk around the reserve to look for bats and other nocturnal wildlife! Our local ‘Batman’ Roger Cunliffe will be leading the walk and letting us know all about the fascinating world of bats. The walk will provide a great opportunity for you to explore the reserve at night as part of a group. Families are welcome\, no dogs please. \nBring a torch! There will be hi-vis available for children. \nWe will be meeting at the main gates at the end of Pot House Lane\, BB5 3RS. Parking spaces close to the site are limited\, however there is road-side parking available on Broadfield/Fielding Lane. If you do park here\, please take into account the 10-15 minute walk to the main gates. Staff will be wearing an orange high-vis. \nTo confirm your attendance\, please email robert.gabryszak@prospectsfoundation.org.uk\, telephone 01254 230348 or call into the Prospects office at 54 Broadway\, Accrington.
URL:https://prospectsfoundation.org.uk/event/bat-walk-at-jackhouse-nature-reserve-2/
LOCATION:Jackhouse Nature Reserve\, Pot House Lane\, Oswaldtwistle\, BB5 3RS
CATEGORIES:Conservation,Family,Health and wellbeing,Outdoor Learning,Walking
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ORGANIZER;CN="Helen%20Earnshaw%20-%20Green%20Spaces%20Officer":MAILTO:helen.earnshaw@prospectsfoundation.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260914T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260914T130000
DTSTAMP:20260907T152145
CREATED:20260820T111043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T111043Z
UID:17361-1789380000-1789390800@prospectsfoundation.org.uk
SUMMARY:Montbretia/Crocosmia Removal - 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 removing invasive non-native Montbretia\, a.k.a Crocosmia. Whilst it is a lovely garden plant\, a common cultivar (Crocosmia × crocosmiiflora\,) can cause problems when it escapes where it can creep across a woodland floors and along paths\, smothering native vegetation. \nJoin us for our 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/montbretia-crocosmia-removal-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:20260915T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260915T130000
DTSTAMP:20260907T152145
CREATED:20260826T140123Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T140123Z
UID:17379-1789466400-1789477200@prospectsfoundation.org.uk
SUMMARY:Community Tree Nursery - General jobs
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 doing general jobs such as weeding\, balsam bashing\, cutting back shrubs\, watering the trees and potentially potting on some seedlings. \nWe have camping chairs on site. Please bring snacks and plenty of drinking water. \n📍 We will be meeting at the bottom of Miller Fold Avenue\, at the gate before it turns right to the Riding Centre. Google maps link HERE. The track down has potholes and loose stones\, we do not advise driving down unless absolutely necessary. Parking location below\, please note it takes about 5 mins to walk down to the meeting point. \n🚗 Please park at the small parking bay 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 an 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-general-jobs-4/
LOCATION:Miller Fold Allotment\, Miller Fold Ave\, Accrington\, BB5 0NT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Conservation,Gardening,Health and wellbeing,TreeACTION,Volunteering
ORGANIZER;CN="Helen%20Earnshaw%20-%20Community%20TreeACTION%20Officer":MAILTO:helen.earnshaw@prospectsfoundation.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260915T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260915T150000
DTSTAMP:20260907T152145
CREATED:20260827T122729Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260827T122729Z
UID:17403-1789466400-1789484400@prospectsfoundation.org.uk
SUMMARY:Hyndburn's Woodlands - Warcocks Green
DESCRIPTION:Join Hyndburn’s Woodlands Officer Brandon for weekly practical conservation sessions. \nThis week we will be at Warcocks Green woodland to continue with the boundary work. A fence has recently been installed onsite to act as another barrier. We will be buffing up the deadhedge\, filling in gaps\, and using wire to bind it all together. \n\nWe will be meeting on Haslingden old Road\, Oswaldtwistle\, Accrington\, BB5 3RG (Just before Sough Lane). \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-warcocks-green-2/
LOCATION:Warcocks Green\, Haslingden Old Road/Sough Lane\, Oswaldtwistle\, Lancashire\, BB5 3RG\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Conservation,Health and wellbeing,Outdoor Learning,Volunteering,Woodlands
ORGANIZER;CN="Brandon%20Cherry":MAILTO:brandon.cherry@prospectsfoundation.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260916T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260916T130000
DTSTAMP:20260907T152145
CREATED:20260820T112502Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T112727Z
UID:17367-1789552800-1789563600@prospectsfoundation.org.uk
SUMMARY:Meadow Mgmt & Seed Sowing - Hyndburn's Nature Reserve Volunteers session @Jackhouse nature reserve
DESCRIPTION:We will be doing various meadow management activities across the site\, as well as some Yellow Rattle seed sowing! \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-seed-sowing-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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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260917T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260917T130000
DTSTAMP:20260907T152145
CREATED:20260827T125033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260827T125033Z
UID:17420-1789639200-1789650000@prospectsfoundation.org.uk
SUMMARY:Brookside Volunteer Workparty (Thursday Gang)
DESCRIPTION:The Prospects Foundation and Hyndburn Borough Council are very excited to announce the return of the Brookside Thursday Gang volunteering sessions! \nThis week\, we’ll continue work on the Wildflower meadow areas. Tasks include scything and raking the wildflower meadow areas\, ready for seeding. \nWe’ll be seeding with either a standard wildflower mix or a woodland edge mix\, depending on the situation. \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 Brandon at brandon.cherry@prospectsfoundation.org.uk or call on 07733 840842
URL:https://prospectsfoundation.org.uk/event/brookside-volunteer-workparty-thursday-gang-51/
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:20260921T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260921T130000
DTSTAMP:20260907T152145
CREATED:20260820T111210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T112318Z
UID:17363-1789984800-1789995600@prospectsfoundation.org.uk
SUMMARY:Scything Day - 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 scything a small meadow\, we will need help raking and moving vegetation. \nJoin us for our 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/scything-day-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:20260922T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260922T150000
DTSTAMP:20260907T152145
CREATED:20260827T123227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260827T123227Z
UID:17408-1790071200-1790089200@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 at Whinney Hill woodland carrying out some general site maintenance work. \n\nTasks include \n\nCutting back the path behind the Cricket Club\nRemoving a few small Cotoneasters\nSmall litter pick\nChecking on the hedgerow\nChecking for remaining Japanese Knotweed\n\nWe will be meeting at the Thorneyholme Road entrance to the site\, BB5 5FW (Just before the Cricket Club). On-street parking. \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-28/
LOCATION:Whinney Hill Woodland – Thorneyholme Road\, Thorneyholme Road\, Accrington\, BB5 5BB\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Conservation,Outdoor Learning,Volunteering,Woodlands
ORGANIZER;CN="Brandon%20Cherry":MAILTO:brandon.cherry@prospectsfoundation.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260923T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260923T130000
DTSTAMP:20260907T152145
CREATED:20260820T112858Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T112912Z
UID:17371-1790157600-1790168400@prospectsfoundation.org.uk
SUMMARY:Royds St Entrance Tidy | Hyndburn's Nature Reserve Volunteers session @Woodnook Vale LNR
DESCRIPTION:We will be strimming the Royds St entrance to improve wildflower diversity. \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/royds-st-entrance-tidy-hyndburns-nature-reserve-volunteers-session-woodnook-vale-lnr-2/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260924T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260924T130000
DTSTAMP:20260907T152145
CREATED:20260827T125132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260827T125132Z
UID:17422-1790244000-1790254800@prospectsfoundation.org.uk
SUMMARY:Brookside Volunteer Workparty (Thursday Gang)
DESCRIPTION:The Prospects Foundation and Hyndburn Borough Council are very excited to announce the return of the Brookside Thursday Gang volunteering sessions! \nThis week\, we’ll continue work on the Wildflower meadow areas. Tasks include scything and raking the wildflower meadow areas\, ready for seeding. \nWe’ll be seeding with either a standard wildflower mix or a woodland edge mix\, depending on the situation. \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 Brandon at brandon.cherry@prospectsfoundation.org.uk or call on 07733 840842
URL:https://prospectsfoundation.org.uk/event/brookside-volunteer-workparty-thursday-gang-52/
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:20260929T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260929T130000
DTSTAMP:20260907T152145
CREATED:20260826T142838Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T142838Z
UID:17381-1790676000-1790686800@prospectsfoundation.org.uk
SUMMARY:Wildflower Meadow Scything & Sowing @Bullough Community Woodland
DESCRIPTION:Join our Community TreeACTION Officer Helen for a practical session at the new Bullough Community Woodland! \nWe will be scything the new wildflower meadow\, raking off the cuttings and sowing yellow rattle. \nWe will be meeting around the Woodview Drive entrance to the site\, there is a 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. \n\nThis session is only suitable for ages 16 and over. Under 18s will need to be accompanied by an adult\nPlease wear suitable outdoor clothes\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/wildflower-meadow-scything-and-sowing-bullough-community-woodland-2/
LOCATION:Bullough Community Woodland – Woodview Drive\, Woodview Drive\, Accrington\, BB5 0FS\, 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:20260929T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260929T150000
DTSTAMP:20260907T152145
CREATED:20260827T123437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260827T123437Z
UID:17410-1790676000-1790694000@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 at Whinney Hill woodland carrying out the annual scythe of the butterfly glade at the top of the meadow. We also have the extension work to think about\, so if we have time we’ll get started with the new glade area a little further into the woodland. We’ll be seeding the area after cutting. \n\nWe will be meeting along Livingstone Road\, BB5 5BS (Just next to the Livingstone Road allotments on Google Maps) \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-29/
LOCATION:Whinney Hill Woodland – Livingstone Road/East Crescent BB5 5BX\, Livingstone Road\, Accrington\, BB5 5BX
CATEGORIES:Conservation,Outdoor Learning,Volunteering,Woodlands
ORGANIZER;CN="Brandon%20Cherry":MAILTO:brandon.cherry@prospectsfoundation.org.uk
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