Join us in making Watford, Three Rivers and Hertsmere sustainable
Refresh your wardrobe while helping the planet and bring your clothes to swap them for something new for you. A Clothes Swap is an opportunity to circulate clothes with other members of the community and reduce the 350,000 tonnes of used but still wearable clothing that goes to landfill in the UK every year. DROP … Continue reading "Clothes Swap"
Surveying plants in St Oswald's church grounds to discover how well we are conserving nature. Survey suitable for all ages from 7 upwards; children must be in the care of a parent or guardian; wheelchair accessible; may be postponed in heavy rain.
A variety of activities will be happening at and from Watford Cycle Hub to showcase our commitment to environmental sustainability including... - Led Family Ride from Watford Cycle Hub along the traffic free Ebury Way to Oxhey Activity Park. - Trishaw rides for elderly and disabled people to enable them to enjoy a ride around … Continue reading "Watford Cycle Hub Wheelie Green Day"
Family-friendly all-age worship centred on caring for God's creation followed by picnic lunch and activities for children. Suitable for all ages; wheelchair accessible; Service 10 am - 11.15 am; picnic and children's activities end 2.30 pm; will go ahead whatever the weather, if necessary indoors; children must be in the care of a parent or … Continue reading "St Oswald’s Counts on Nature church service"
Come along to Fisher’s Field & Park Nature Reserve. Watch nature in magnification. Learn about our trees. Make a stick person. Try our walk about quiz, & many more activities. Suitable for all ages. Wheelchair accessible
Come join us at St Mary's Church for an event focused on making a real impact on our planet! Learn some more theory, then dive into the practice with experts and practitioners with practical tips and tricks to help save the environment and reduce our carbon footprint. From community schemes to transition to Net Zero, … Continue reading "Think Global, Act Local: Practical Action to Fix our Planet"
We would like to invite all interested in natural health and beauty to our local organic health food store Heather and Rose Health on The Parade in Watford. We are offering a wide range of organic foods, health supplements like vitamins and minerals, collagens, organic skincare -vegan and free from organic foods. There will be … Continue reading "Organic Health and Beauty Free samples and magazines"
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.
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. Event will proceed regardless of the weather; no booking required; suitable for over 16s only; accessibility varies please contact organiser on 07754 035614.
Explore the Museum's 45 acre site in the Chilterns and discover the species that live there with our family-friendly activities. Wheelchair accessible. £13.00 for adults. £12.00 Concessions. £10.00 for under 17s. Under 4's are free. You can book in advance or come along on the day.
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 "Beginners Breeze Ride to Lock 81"
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 "Olympiads Guided Ride"
A free, family-friendly day to explore the Soil Association’s Woodoaks Farm. Includes tractor & Trailer rides, meet the farmers, workshops and more. Events will proceed regardless of the weather; no booking required; suitable for all ages; free but costs apply for tractor and trailer rides & parking; accessibility varies please contact organiser on 07754 035614.
Come along and make a day of it in Atria and the Parade in Watford High Street and discover stalls on all things to do with sustainability including: - get involved in a range of children’s craft activities, - give cycling a try with an amazing range of bikes including Trishaws PLUS free bike checks, … Continue reading "Watford Green Festival"
🌿 Croxley’s Big Green Fair 🌿 A Celebration of Local Sustainability Join us for Croxley’s Big Green Fair – a vibrant, market-style event showcasing local businesses, organisations and initiatives all working towards a greener future! 🛍️ Explore a wide range of eco-friendly products and services 🌱 Connect with sustainable and environmental groups in the community … Continue reading "Croxley’s Big Green Fair"
Travel to a galaxy not so far away for a cosmic comedy adventure about a determined robot named WALL-E. After hundreds of lonely years of doing what he was built for, the curious and lovable WALL-E discovers a new purpose in life when he meets a sleek search robot named EVE. Join them and a … Continue reading "Family-friendly movie screening – Wall-E (Great Big Green Week)"
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
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 will go ahead unless absolutely pouring down and electrical storm!
Drop in session to discover how to turn your garden and kitchen waste into wonderful organic compost. Events will proceed regardless of the weather; no booking required; suitable for over 16s only; accessibility varies please contact organiser on 07754 035614.
Come along to our volunteer session at Cassiobury Park’s Peace Garden and help us look after this special place for people and wildlife. Activities include, cutting back vegetation, weeding and watering. Please wear sturdy footwear and clothing appropriate for the weather and gloves & tools provided. The event will go ahead, unless the weather conditions … Continue reading "Volunteer gardening session"
A walk looking at birds and other wildlife and considering how we can help them Meet outside The Hub in Cassiobury Park; It will go ahead in light rain, but not in a storm No booking required; Suitable for Adults only
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.