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March 2024
Whinney Hill – Hyndburn’s Woodlands
Join Hyndburn’s Woodlands Officer Brandon for weekly practical conservation sessions, this week we will be at Whinney Hill woodland. Tools, gloves and PPE will be provided. Please wear sturdy boots, long sleeves and full length trousers as we may be working around brambles and nettles. Waterproofs may be needed, depending on the weather. Please remember to bring warm items of clothing e.g., hats, gloves, extra thick socks, spare fleeces/jackets. We will be meeting at the end of Thorneyholme Road, BB5…
Find out more »Tree Planting at Woodnook Vale LNR
Join our Community TreeACTION Officer Helen for a practical session planting hedgerow trees at Woodnook Vale LNR in Accrington. We will be meeting at the Royds Street entrance to Woodnook Vale LNR (next to a carved bench), Accrington, BB5 2LW. Staff will be in orange hi-vis. No experience is necessary – just bring your enthusiasm! All ages welcome. Children will need to be accompanied by an adult Please wear suitable outdoor clothes and sturdy boots (wellies are advised) To find out…
Find out more »Weekly Butterfly & Bee Survey at Peel Park and the Coppice LNR
Join us every Tuesday @1pm (weather permitting) until September 2024. The transects start in Pleck Meadow and go around the whole site, where participants will count and ID every butterfly or bee they see. This data will then be submitted to UKBMS and the Bumblebee Conservation Trust respectively. The surveys are open to all members of the public, whether you are a butterfly novice or an invertebrate expert. The walk around the site will help you stay fit and get…
Find out more »Memorial Park – Rhododendron and Cherry Laurel Removal
Join Hyndburn’s Woodlands Officer Brandon for weekly practical conservation sessions, every Wednesday at Memorial Park in Great Harwood. This week, we will be continuing with the removal of Rhododendron and Cherry Laurel to promote native biodiversity within the park. Tools, gloves and PPE will be provided. Please wear sturdy boots, long sleeves and full length trousers as we may be working around brambles and nettles. Waterproofs may be needed, depending on the weather. We will be meeting on Church Lane,…
Find out more »Eco Refill shop – 54 Broadway
PROSPECTS is now selling a selection of refills! Bring a container, grab a refill and start/restart your refill journey. We have just restocked so now have laundry liquid, fabric conditioner and washing up liquid, two types of body wash and two types of hand soap! Pop to the PROSPECTS office at 54 Broadway, Accrington and ring the bell. We're usually upstairs so don't be put off if there's no one around. Open between 10am and 2pm every Thursday. For more…
Find out more »Rushton House Farm – Hyndburn’s Woodlands
Join Hyndburn’s Woodlands Officer Brandon for weekly practical conservation sessions, this week we will be at Rushton House Farm continuing with the hedgerow planting started a few weeks ago. Tools, gloves and PPE will be provided. Please wear sturdy boots, long sleeves and full length trousers as we may be working around brambles and nettles. Waterproofs may be needed, depending on the weather. Please remember to bring warm items of clothing e.g., hats, gloves, extra thick socks, spare fleeces/jackets. We…
Find out more »Whinney Hill Helpers
Join us for on the last Saturday of every month, our Woodlands Officer, Brandon Cherry will be running volunteer sessions with the aim of connecting locals to an amazing woodland right on their doorstep! Tasks may include tree thinning, making access improvements, removing invasive species, litter picking and much more! Perfect for families, children must be accompanied by an adult. Time: 10am - 1pm Location: We will be meeting at the Thorneyholme Road entrance in Accrington, BB5 5FW. There is…
Find out more »April 2024
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 tidying up the entrance on Nuttall Street. Secondary tasks include removing some small cotoneaster plants which have spread into the vale. Tools, gloves and PPE will be provided. Please wear sturdy boots, long sleeves and full length trousers as we may be working around brambles and nettles. Waterproofs may be needed, depending on the weather. Please remember to bring warm items…
Find out more »Memorial Park – Root Ball Removal
Join Hyndburn’s Woodlands Officer Brandon for weekly practical conservation sessions, every Wednesday at Memorial Park in Great Harwood. This week, we will be using hand tools to remove some of the root balls from the previous felling work to prevent any regrowth. Tools, gloves and PPE will be provided. Please wear sturdy boots, long sleeves and full length trousers as we may be working around brambles and nettles. Waterproofs may be needed, depending on the weather. We will be meeting…
Find out more »Conservation Volunteers session – Peel Park and the Coppice Local Nature Reserve
Join us for a weekly conservation volunteers session at Peel Park and the Coppice Local Nature Reserve, every Monday and Thursday* from 10am - 1pm. We'll be carrying out conservation work to benefit pollinators throughout the year as a part of our Pollinator Networks project! Come along and learn new skills, meet people, keep fit, and help wildlife! To book a place or find out more email robert.gabryszak@prospectsfoundation.org.uk, telephone 01254 230348 or call into the Prospects office at 54 Broadway,…
Find out more »Crafting at Woodnook Community Garden
Join us at Woodnook Community Garden on the 4th April for some whittling, foraging and outdoor cooking. We'll be making nettle soup, and bread on a stick! Activities are aimed at ages 7+ but everyone's welcome. Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. No dogs please. Please book as places are limited! Contact Gareth - sonja.bottomer@prospectsfoundation.org.uk or phone the office; 01254 230 348
Find out more »Eco Refill shop – 54 Broadway
PROSPECTS is now selling a selection of refills! Bring a container, grab a refill and start/restart your refill journey. We have just restocked so now have laundry liquid, fabric conditioner and washing up liquid, two types of body wash and two types of hand soap! Pop to the PROSPECTS office at 54 Broadway, Accrington and ring the bell. We're usually upstairs so don't be put off if there's no one around. Open between 10am and 2pm every Thursday. For more…
Find out more »Spring Cleaning @Pleck Meadow – Conservation Volunteers session – Peel Park and the Coppice Local Nature Reserve
Join us for a special Saturday conservation volunteers session at Peel Park and the Coppice Local Nature Reserve. We will be meeting at the Arden Hall entrance for 9am and will be visiting Pleck Meadow to pick litter, remove negative indicator plants, and look for signs of spring! The paths are all well maintained and suitable for wheelchairs/mobility scooters/prams, however there are some very steep sections and we will be going off the path to look for things in the…
Find out more »Conservation Volunteers session – Peel Park and the Coppice Local Nature Reserve
Join us for a weekly conservation volunteers session at Peel Park and the Coppice Local Nature Reserve, every Monday and Thursday* from 10am - 1pm. We'll be carrying out conservation work to benefit pollinators throughout the year as a part of our Pollinator Networks project! Come along and learn new skills, meet people, keep fit, and help wildlife! To book a place or find out more email robert.gabryszak@prospectsfoundation.org.uk, telephone 01254 230348 or call into the Prospects office at 54 Broadway,…
Find out more »Spring Parade Workshop with Handmade Productions
Join us for an evening of crafting at Accrington Academy to make props for Accrington Spring Parade! Handmade Productions will lead the session and our theme will be Oaks and Acorns. No experience is necessary – just bring your enthusiasm! All ages welcome, children will need to be accompanied by an adult. There will be free food and refreshments. To book your place, please email info@prospectsfoundation.org.uk
Find out more »Miller Fold Allotment session
Join us for some sustainable food growing on our community garden. Every Tuesday 10am to 1pm. Activities will include seed sowing and bed maintenance. Please wear weather appropriate clothing and robust footwear. Refreshments will be provided. Everyone welcome. Contact Sonja sonja.bottomer@prospectsfoundation.org.uk or phone 01254 230348 to get involved or to find out more.
Find out more »Whinney Hill – Hyndburn’s Woodlands
Join Hyndburn’s Woodlands Officer Brandon for weekly practical conservation sessions, this week we will be at Whinney Hill woodland carrying out the first of many condition assessments. No previous experience is necessary. Tools, gloves and PPE will be provided. Please wear sturdy boots, long sleeves and full length trousers as we may be working around brambles and nettles. Waterproofs may be needed, depending on the weather. Please remember to bring warm items of clothing e.g., hats, gloves, extra thick socks,…
Find out more »Weekly Butterfly & Bee Survey at Peel Park and the Coppice LNR
Join us every Tuesday @1pm (weather permitting) until September 2024. The transects start in Pleck Meadow and go around the whole site, where participants will count and ID every butterfly or bee they see. This data will then be submitted to UKBMS and the Bumblebee Conservation Trust respectively. The surveys are open to all members of the public, whether you are a butterfly novice or an invertebrate expert. The walk around the site will help you stay fit and get…
Find out more »Soil testing workshop at Oak Hill Park
Join us for a soil testing workshop and learn how to test soil for pH, potassium, nitrogen and phosphorus levels. We'll be testing the soil from the old bowling green at Bullough Park, Accrington. We'll dig up small samples from across the green and then test the samples using a soil testing kit. The results will help us to decide which varieties of fruit trees we will plant next year. DUE TO THE WEATHER WE ARE NOW MEETING AT OAK…
Find out more »Memorial Park – Root Ball Removal
Join Hyndburn’s Woodlands Officer Brandon for weekly practical conservation sessions, every Wednesday at Memorial Park in Great Harwood. This week, we will be using hand tools to continue with the removal of the remaining root balls from the previous felling work to prevent any regrowth. Tools, gloves and PPE will be provided. Please wear sturdy boots, long sleeves and full length trousers as we may be working around brambles and nettles. Waterproofs may be needed, depending on the weather. We…
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