There are lots of opportunities to help out at our local parks or greenspaces and volunteers are always welcome. Here are just a few coming up this month - just click on a link below for more information. Thu 3 Mar | 10am - 12 noon: Friends of Broomhill Old Orchard Workgroup Sun 6 Mar … Continue reading Community Events in March 2022
Community Events in February 2022
There are lots of opportunities to help out at our local parks or greenspaces and volunteers are always welcome. Here are just a few coming up this month - just click on a link below for more information. Thu 3 Feb | 10am - 12 noon: Friends of Broomhill Old Orchard Workgroup Sun 6 Feb … Continue reading Community Events in February 2022
Friends of Watts Meadow Task Days
The Friends of Watts Meadow will be holding monthly Task Days during Spring 2022 where they hope to cover a range of tasks - from implementing their draft management plan, clearing paths to things that will help wildlife survive during the colder months. Please bring a pair of gloves and wear sturdy footwear as it … Continue reading Friends of Watts Meadow Task Days
January 2022 Newsletter
2022 is now well underway and there are already signs of Spring in the air. Through the soft, damp earth of winterPush the sharp, green snowdrop tips.The crocus, not so far behind,Welcomes in the longed for Spring I have a gardening friend who loves January. He says it reminds him of hope and expectation and … Continue reading January 2022 Newsletter
Community Events in January 2022
There are lots of opportunities to help out at our local parks or greenspaces and volunteers are always welcome. Here are just a few coming up this month - just click on a link below for more information. Thu 13 Jan | 10am - 12 noon: Friends of Broomhill Old Orchard Workgroup Thu 20 Jan … Continue reading Community Events in January 2022
Free RSPB Big Garden Birdwatch 2021 Guide
The RSPB's annual Big Garden Birdwatch takes place again this year from 28-30 January. Everyone can take part for free, from first time birdwatchers to seasoned professionals, so why not join the world’s largest wildlife survey, all from the comfort of your own home. Spend an hour counting the birds you see in your garden … Continue reading Free RSPB Big Garden Birdwatch 2021 Guide
I-SPY IN DECEMBER
Welcome to I Spy December! Despite the cold and the wind, you can still see plenty of wildlife at this time year, especially if you visit the River Medway. Overwintering birds feed on the mudflats in their thousands and here are just few that you will see. …..and you can find out all about them … Continue reading I-SPY IN DECEMBER
Rochester’s Sensory Garden update
Watch the amazing transformation that's taking place in the three raised beds in Rochester's Esplanade Gardens thanks to the efforts of the volunteers from the Friends of Rochester Churchfields and Esplanade (FoRCE): https://videopress.com/v/UYrh2bSY?resizeToParent=true&cover=true&preloadContent=metadata
The Outcome of COP26
COP26 has ended and we have been left with the feeling that the school report would read “could do better”! There were some real positives. Important commitments around forests and methane were made. Hopefully, funding will be forthcoming and some of the key outcomes are: Over 100 countries have agreed to stop deforestation by 2030Over … Continue reading The Outcome of COP26
I-SPY IN NOVEMBER
Welcome to I Spy November! This is the time of year when Autumn is in full swing and here is just small sample of what you can see. Most of our bees are now hibernating but you may still see one or two making the most of the autumn sunshine. …..and you can find out … Continue reading I-SPY IN NOVEMBER
Medway Urban Greenspaces Forum 