Join us in making Watford, Three Rivers and Hertsmere sustainable
Help to manage the green space along the River Colne to improve biodiversity and accessibility. From weeding and pruning to scything and coppicing, something to suit all fitness levels. Come and join in the fun, we would love to meet you. Meet at Knutsford Playing Fields, by Watford Rugby Club No booking required; Suitable for Adults only
We want to invite you to the soft launch of a Friends of St Mary’s Green Space to restore nature around the church and beyond. This event builds on the work of the Green Heart of Watford Initiative; St John’s School bug surveys, pollinator planting, habitat creation, sowing of the Wildflower Meadow (by St John’s … Continue reading "Boosting Nature in St Mary’s Green Space"
This is a course for people who have never ridden or learnt to ride – you don’t even need to own a bike! As far as possible events continue whatever the weather.
Come join us for a special screening of OCEAN at the Watersmeet Theatre! Get ready for an unforgettable movie experience with friends and family, where David Attenborough shares why a healthy OCEAN keeps the entire planet stable and flourishing. Run time: 1hr 35mins This free showing is brought to you by the Climate Change team at … Continue reading "FREE Film Screening: OCEAN with David Attenborough"
Join Woodoaks volunteer session at this nature-led farm, supporting wildlife, organic food growing, and working for people and planet health. Events will proceed regardless of the weather; no booking required; suitable for over 16s only; accessibility varies please contact organiser on 07754 035614.
Join Cassiobury Park team and help us improve our meadow habitat for wildlife and people. Practical activity includes cutting back encroaching vegetation. Meet on the patio outside the Hub building (above splash pools). What3words location: https://w3w.co/noting.trail.stacks To book your place please email Vicky on cassiobury@watford.gov.uk; Booking will provide contact details and if weather conditions are … Continue reading "Meadow improvement at Cassiobury Park"
Fun, safe and educational – young riders come here to improve their bike handling skills and ready themselves for the world of cycle sport. Free for the first week then £2 per session Routes are planned in advance, and checked to make sure they’re suitable for the ride level as advertised. As far as possible … Continue reading "Go Ride"
Volunteer with organic flower farmer Mel at the Soil Association’s Woodoaks Farm and discover why nature-led farming offers hope for people and planet. Events will proceed regardless of the weather; no booking required; suitable for over 16s only; accessibility varies please contact organiser on 07754 035614.
Join Flo for a Zumba session raising fund for the great Woodoaks Blakc Barn Project
As part of Great Big Green Week, Watford Borough Council and Veolia, in partnership with Herts WasteAware are running a clothes swap! Clothes swapping is a fun, sustainable way to de-clutter and update your wardrobe. Taking part is simple – just come down to Watford Palace Theatre, and you’ll be able to donate up to 10 unwanted, … Continue reading "Clothes Swap"
On Saturday 14th June 2025 we will have plenty of tea, coffee and cake for you to enjoy in the yarn room, as well as stalls selling items made from natural, reused or repurposed resources and materials, craft kits and more. There will be stalls selling plants and horticulture related goods for sale in the … Continue reading "CLP’s Plant & Planet Fair"
A old style garden fete, with information stalls and fun and games for all the family. No booking required; free event but costs for refreshments and some stalls Suitable for all ages; Wheelchair accessible
Free Guided (Women only) Rides from and to our Cycle Hub happen regularly, and are run entirely by volunteer Ride Leaders and Breeze Champions. If you’re feeling nervous about group cycling, or think that the speed or lycra may be intimidating, you will be welcomed at one of the free rides starting from Watford Cycle … Continue reading "Breeze Ride around the Green Loop"
Free Guided Rides from and to our Cycle Hub happen regularly, and are run entirely by volunteer Ride Leaders and Breeze Champions. If you’re feeling nervous about group cycling, or think that the speed or lycra may be intimidating, you will be welcomed at one of the free rides starting from Watford Cycle Hub. Routes … Continue reading "Mosey to LP cafe Guided Ride"
Free Guided Rides from and to our Cycle Hub happen regularly, and are run entirely by volunteer Ride Leaders and Breeze Champions. If you’re feeling nervous about group cycling, or think that the speed or lycra may be intimidating, you will be welcomed at one of the free rides starting from Watford Cycle Hub. Routes … Continue reading "Invinghoe Beacon & Aldbury Guided Ride"
Sustainability is a core Quaker value. Join us for silent worship outside in our peaceful garden, followed by refreshments. All welcome. Wheelchair accessible. We will move inside in the event of rain
An informative walk of 4.6km through Earth's history, where each kilometre represents 1 billion years. Please arrive a little before 09.30am by the crossroads at Chipperfield Road and Love Lane, so we can leave promptly at 09.30am. We'll finish back at the Common around 1.30pm. The walk is a journey through 4.6bn years of Earth … Continue reading "Deep Time Walk"
Come join us for 45 minutes of Zumba dancing away the worries of week and into the weekend. Pure unbridled joy and energy that makes you FEEL good whilst you DO good by supporting nature and landscape regeneration. Dress in Green to celebrate THE GREAT BIG GREEN WEEK. No booking required; Suitable for all ages; … Continue reading "Zumba with Flo raising money to help restore landscape and wildlife with the Black Barn Project."
We are holding a old style village fete using recycled items to make games and fun activities. Child friendly/ aimed at children, but suitable for all ages No booking required, entry is £1 for adults, children are free. Most stall are free, some have a small cost.
Be a wildlife saviour and help care for our local environment by supporting a litter pick near you - Join us ! Every year, an estimated 8 million tonnes of litter washes into our rivers and enters the world’s oceans. Plastic poses the biggest threat to marine wildlife as it doesn’t just disappear; it simply … Continue reading "Litter Pick – Ebury Way"
Come along and make a day of it on the Parade in Watford High Street and in the Harlequin Centre - discover stalls and activities including: – get involved in a range of games for all ages and children’s craft activities , – a range of items on sale from local honey, cards, gifts, foods, … Continue reading "Watford Green Festival"
A walk looking at birds and other wildlife and considering how we can help them Meet outside The Hub in Cassiobury Park The event will go ahead in moderate rain or light wind.
How can theatre help tackle climate change and protect nature? Led by award winning playwright Chinonyerem Odimba, Artistic Director & CEO of Watford based theatre company tiata fahodzi, this playwriting workshop will explore how to approach writing about nature and climate for theatre. Online Event. Sign-up form can be found here: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/HEf9uBLXL2
Be a wildlife saviour and help care for our local environment by supporting a litter pick near you - Join us ! Every year, an estimated 8 million tonnes of litter washes into our rivers and enters the world’s oceans. Plastic poses the biggest threat to marine wildlife as it doesn’t just disappear; it simply … Continue reading "Litter Pick – Whippendell Woods"
Enjoy an afternoon looking at an allotment in a beautiful part of Watford, discussing how allotments are good for biodiversity and for health benefits for all The event will go ahead unless absolutely pouring down and electrical storm; Suitable for all ages; and Wheelchair accessible.
Come along for an hour of outdoor activity and fun, learning what to compost and how to make the most of your own kitchen and garden waste so you can turn it into an amazing soil improver. No booking required; Suitable for all ages; The event will take place come rain or shine. Meet underneath … Continue reading "Compost Club with Flo Garvey"
Keep active, spend time outdoors, and make our Peace Garden a nicer place for wildlife and people! Come and help us with gardening tasks such as weeding, pruning and watering. Bring your own gardening gloves and tools provided. Wear sturdy shoes and clothing suitable for weather condition. Meeting point is Peace Garden (What3words location:///crate.also.harp).
Have you always wanted to have a go at scything but the opportunity hasn’t arisen? Well now is your chance. No experience is required, all equipment is provided and instruction given. We will also have a variety of other activities including willow coppicing and hurdle fence making, something for everyone. It's a fun relaxed session. … Continue reading "Summer scything and more with Watford Green Gym"
Join Andrew from the Countryside Management Service on a guided walk of the habitats and wildlife that can be seen at Rickmansworth Aquadrome. We will be looking at and understanding the importance of the rare habitats this Local Nature Reserve holds, including floodplain, wet woodlands, and rivers. As well as keeping an eye out for … Continue reading "Habitats and Wildlife at Rickmansworth Aquadrome – A Guided Walk"
A chance to celebrate and enjoy the fruits (and flowers) of our labour to restore nature in St Mary’s Churchyard. The event includes a trip up the tower, a bug hunt in the graveyard and wildflower meadow, and a chance to make your own nature friendly crafts, plus a chance to get involved in this … Continue reading "Greening the Heart of Watford"