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July 2025
Balsam Bashing – Hyndburn’s Nature Reserve Volunteers session @Jackhouse nature reserve
Join us for our new Hyndburn's Nature Reserves project! There will be fortnightly conservation volunteers sessions at Jackhouse nature reserve, Wednesdays. Come along to learn new skills, meet people, keep fit and help wildlife! Park on Fieldings Lane, it is then a 10 minute walk to the entrance of Jackhouse nature reserve where we will be meeting. To 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…
Find out more »Community Tree Nursery session
Join our Community TreeACTION Officer Helen for a practical session at our new 'Tree Nursery' Allotment at Miller Fold! We will be weeding, cutting back, pulling balsam and doing a general tidy (getting ready for the celebration evening Thurs 3rd 6pm-8pm). We have camping chairs on site, but please bring lunch and plenty of drinking water. We 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…
Find out more »Huncoat West – Hyndburn’s Woodlands
Join Hyndburn’s Woodlands Officer Brandon for weekly practical conservation sessions. This session is part of a series that will assess the biological value of each of the 11 woodlands managed through the project. If you are looking to get some experience in carrying out surveying work, or you are just looking to improve you tree ID knowledge, then look no further! Tools, gloves and PPE will be provided. Please wear sturdy boots, long sleeves and full length trousers. We will…
Find out more »Accessible Mini Wildflower ID Walk @Northern Gateway (Peel Park & the Coppice LNR)
Have you been looking for an accessible intro to wildflower ID? Join Robert for short walk at the Northern Gateway where PROSPECTS has been managing the space as a wildflower patch for over 3 years. The area is now full of Bird's-foot-trefoil, Common Knapweed, Oxeye Daisy, Common Vetch, Yellow Rattle and more! The Northern Gateway has a highly accessible ramp around the meadow area which is perfect for prams, wheelchairs, and anyone who struggles to walk long distances. The Friends Of…
Find out more »Evening Tree Nursery Celebration & Tidy-up
Join PROSPECTS for an evening of campfire food, including wood-fired sourdough pizza, as we celebrate the success of our tree nursery crowdfunder. We will be doing a light tidy of the site whilst we are there. We will be meeting at the Bullough Park car park along Dunnyshop Avenue, Accrington, BB5 OLW. Google maps link HERE. PLEASE NOTE: Site Accessibility - there is a short walk from the cars, which includes some uneven paths and steps. The allotment itself has bad…
Find out more »Moth Morning (July 2025) @Jackhouse (Followed by Balsam Bashing)
Join us on Saturday 5th July @9am for a Moth Morning at Jackhouse nature reserve. During the session we will be looking at moths that have collected in our moth trap overnight. This is a great chance to see a wide array of wacky and wonderful moths. We will then release all the moths at the end of the session so that they can continue doing their important job of pollinating and feeding other local wildlife. Robert will then be…
Find out more »Grassland Survey | Hyndburn’s Nature Reserve Volunteers session @Peel Park and the Coppice LNR
Map showing the meeting point at Peel Park & the Coppice LNR. Click the image to be taken to the map. Want to learn more about what makes a grassland healthy? Join us for a special volunteer session where we will be assessing the quality of Pleck Meadow. It will be a great opportunity to test or improve your wildflower and plant knowledge! This will be a longer session (10am-3pm) so please bring lunch if you intend to stay for…
Find out more »Woodnook Vale – Hyndburn’s Woodlands
Join Hyndburn’s Woodlands Officer Brandon for weekly practical conservation sessions. This week we will be at Woodnook Vale LNR carrying out site maintenance. This will involve using chemicals such as Acetone to remove graffiti from noticeboards. Secondary tasks include using hand tools like loppers and bow saws to clear overhanging branches. Tools, gloves and PPE will be provided. Please wear sturdy boots, long sleeves and full length trousers. We will be meeting at the Royds Street entrance to the site,…
Find out more »Royds St Entrance Tidy | Hyndburn’s Nature Reserve Volunteers session @Woodnook Vale LNR
We will be removing negative indicator species and sprucing up the bench at Royds St's entrance to Woodnook Vale. Join 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! To 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
Find out more »Miller Fold Community Allotment session
Join Sonja to learn new gardening skills, socialise, and relax in nature while supporting our productive community allotment! We'll be continuing with path and bed maintenance, plus moving compost onto our last unused bed and planting out celariac in it. No experience is needed. Snacks, hot drinks, and a warm welcome at each session! Everyone welcome. Location: Miller Fold Community Allotment, off Woodview Drive, BB5 ONT Meeting place: The junction between Woodview Drive and Miller Fold Avenue (what3words: stooping.conquests.topping) Access is…
Find out more »Big Balsam Bash – Hyndburn’s Woodlands
Join Hyndburn’s Woodlands Officer Brandon for weekly practical conservation sessions. Join the Hyndburn's Woodlands Project for an afternoon of conservation work! We'll be organising a large Balsam Bash to help clear as much as possible before the flowering sets in. Tools, gloves and PPE will be provided. Please wear sturdy boots, long sleeves and full length trousers. We will be meeting at the Livingstone Road Car park, BB5 5BS. There is parking available in the car park. Staff will be…
Find out more »Balsam Bashing | Hyndburn’s Nature Reserve Volunteers session @Peel Park and the Coppice LNR
Map showing the meeting point at Peel Park & the Coppice LNR. Click the image to be taken to the map. We will be balsam bashing around Pleck Meadow! Join 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! To express your interest or find out…
Find out more »Abbott Clough – Hyndburn’s Woodlands
Join Hyndburn’s Woodlands Officer Brandon for weekly practical conservation sessions. This session is part of a series that will assess the biological value of each of the 11 woodlands managed through the project. If you are looking to get some experience in carrying out surveying work, or you are just looking to improve you tree ID knowledge, then look no further! Tools, gloves and PPE will be provided. Please wear sturdy boots, long sleeves and full length trousers. We will…
Find out more »Miller Fold Community Allotment session
Join Sonja to learn new gardening skills, socialise, and relax in nature while supporting our productive community allotment! We'll be weeding beds, harvesting potatoes, and planting green manure on the emptied bed to return nutrients to the soil for the next growing season! We'll also continue harvesting our plentiful cabbage, lettuce, and courgettes. No experience is needed. Snacks, hot drinks, and a warm welcome at each session! Everyone welcome. Location: Miller Fold Community Allotment, off Woodview Drive, BB5 ONT Meeting place:…
Find out more »No Session – Hyndburn’s Woodlands
There is no Hyndburn's Woodlands Volunteering session on this week, this is due to myself being away on Annual Leave. Regular sessions will resume the following week.
Find out more »Community Tree Nursery session
Join our Community TreeACTION Officer Helen for a practical session at our new 'Tree Nursery' Allotment at Miller Fold! We will be weeding, cutting back, pulling balsam and doing a general tidy. We have camping chairs on site, but please bring lunch and plenty of drinking water. We 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. PLEASE NOTE: Site Accessibility - there…
Find out more »Led beginner’s bike ride
Join Prospects for a gentle bike ride exploring the Hyndburn Greenway from Accrington to Great Harwood, and back along the canal. We will be cycling mainly along the canal towpath and smaller roads. Open to all. There is also the opportunity to borrow bikes from Active Cycles free of charge for the day. Family friendly and free. Please be aware that this is an 8-mile route.
Find out more »Miller Fold Community Allotment family event – Scarecrow making and herb sowing
Join us at Miller Fold Community Garden for some family-friendly fun! Bring old clothes to make your own scarecrow, sow herbs to take home, and enjoy the fruit and vegetables grown by our volunteers. Learn gardening skills, socialise, and relax in nature while supporting our productive community allotment! Family friendly and free. Snacks and hot/cold drinks will be provided. Under 18s must be accompanied by an adult. Location: Miller Fold Community Allotment, off Woodview Drive, BB5 ONT Meeting place: The junction…
Find out more »Brookside Volunteer Workparty (Thursday Gang)
Join Alice for seasonal habitat improvement work (and of course, biscuits!) at Brookside. We meet at the Noticeboard by the Stanhill Road entrance to the site at 10am (see the map below) All are welcome but under 18s must be supervised by an adult. Waterproofs, boots, and sturdy clothes are highly recommended. Access can be uneven and boggy, so these sessions are not suitable for those with limited mobility. To find out more or confirm your attendance, please contact Alice…
Find out more »Balsam Bashing | Hyndburn’s Nature Reserve Volunteers session @Peel Park and the Coppice LNR
Map showing the meeting point at Peel Park & the Coppice LNR. Click the image to be taken to the map. We will be balsam bashing around Pleck Meadow! Join 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! To express your interest or find out…
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