Cumbria Projects

Litter Pick and Village Clean Up
Where? Appleby-in-WestMorland
When? 17/7/08
What's it about? Litter Picking along roadside throughout parish boundary.
Where's it happening? Hilton and Murton Village within the Parish Boundary, Appleby-in-WestMorland
What to wear/bring: Refreshments, Sturdy Footwear, Protective Clothing
What will be provided: Health & Safety, Tools & Materials
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions?
How many NEW volunteers required? 10
Press/Volunteer Contact: Terry Wells (017683 52611)
Organised by: Hilton and Murton Heritage & Rights Group (H.M.H.R.G)
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Footpath Maintenance and Scrub Clearance
Where? Appleby-in-WestMorland
When? 31/7/08
What's it about? To maintain footpaths in good usable condition by clearing debris and scrub growth that is obstructing the route of the paths. Also the maintenance of wildlife havens and areas along the two becks which run through the villages and to also maintain an access track to the seat which we erected in one of our earlier projects a few years ago.
Where's it happening? Hilton and Murton Villages, Appleby-in-WestMorland
What to wear/bring: Refreshments, Tools and Materials, Protective Clothing
What will be provided: Health & Safety, Training
Is there wheelchair access to the site? No
Any restrictions?
How many NEW volunteers required? 10
Press/Volunteer Contact: Terry Wells (01768352611)
Organised by: Hilton and Murton Heritage & Rights Group (H.M.H.R.G)
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Trees for tomorrow.
Where? Cleator
When? 23 July 2008
What's it about? The concept is to replant Ennerdale Scout Camp site as many of the existing trees are to tall or are unsafe. We will need cubs and scouts to plant the new stock.
Where's it happening? Ennerdale Scout Camp Site, Ennerdale,, Cleator
What to wear/bring: Sturdy Footwear, Packed Lunch
What will be provided: Training, Refreshments, Tools & Materials
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Partially
Any restrictions? No pets
How many NEW volunteers required?
Press/Volunteer Contact: Chas Coley (01946 862805)
Organised by: Scout Association
Email: chascoley@btinternet.com
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Tree Planting
Where? Workington
When? 20th July 2008
What's it about? The children from the stables will help plant some trees and shrubs to form a hedge where there are missing trees.
Where's it happening? Lowca Lane, Seaton, Workington
What to wear/bring: Sturdy Footwear, Tools and Materials
What will be provided: Health & Safety, Tools & Materials
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? Children under 16 must be accomapnied by an adult
How many NEW volunteers required? 0
Press/Volunteer Contact: J King (0190 087 1359)
Organised by: Woodstock Stables
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Completed Projects

The Old Dam Marsh Garden
Where? Alston
When? 9/6/08
What's it about? The overall project is to create a marsh garden in the old dam/reservoir on the recreation ground. There will be three ponds - one done by the secondary school, one by the primary school and one by the guides. Board walks will be built, volunteers will be instructed by BTCV. The grant will go towards pond liner for one of the ponds.
Where's it happening? Alston Recreation Ground, Fairhill, Alston
What to wear/bring: Sturdy Footwear
What will be provided: Tools & Materials
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Partial
Any restrictions?
How many NEW volunteers required? 0
Press/Volunteer Contact: Carol Brack/ P. Godwin (01434 382320 / 01434 381171)
Organised by: Alston Recreation Ground Trust
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Community Nest Box Scheme
Where? Appleby in Westmorland
When? 30 March 2008
What's it about? Volunteers will design, measure and cut to size 6" x 1" wood to make a number of nesting boxes, both open-fronted and hole nest boxes. This will involve accurate measuring, cutting the lengths of 6" x 1" wood to required sizes for the various boxes and then building up the boxes and erecting them in the village wildlife havens and community gardens where desirable.
Where's it happening? Hilton & Murton villages and open spaces (copses), Appleby in Westmorland
What to wear/bring:
What will be provided: Health & Safety, Training, Tools & Materials
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Partial
Any restrictions?
How many NEW volunteers required? 10
Press/Volunteer Contact: Terry Wells (017683 52611)
Organised by: Hilton and Murton Heritage & Rights Group (H.M.H.R.G)
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Chetwynde School
Where? Barrow-in-Furness
When? 17/05/08
What's it about? Since last year we have converted on overgrown wasteland in our school grounds creating a pond planted with native species plants to attract wildlife. We are hoping to add a memorial garden and wildlife walk in memory of 2 pupils who were killed in road traffic accidents last year. We will be planting plants to encourage wildlife and the pond/walk will be used by our pupils aged 3 - 18. The younger ones will use the pond and walk to learn about native/ the environment. We want to create resources to help this.
Where's it happening? Croslands, Rating lane, Barrow-in-Furness
What to wear/bring: Refreshments, Sturdy Footwear, Tools and Materials, Protective Clothing, Packed Lunch
What will be provided: Health & Safety, Tools & Materials
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? Children under 16 must be accomapnied by an adult
How many NEW volunteers required?
Press/Volunteer Contact: Cathy Young (01229 824 210)
Organised by: Chetwynde school
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To site bird and owl boxes on our campsite
Where? Carlisle
When? 1/5/08
What's it about? A volunteer will make some owl and bird boxes for us. Several volunteers will then situate the boxes at locations around our campsite, including bat boxes. Website: www.ratlingate.co.uk
Where's it happening? Ratlingate Scout campsite, Kirkandrews on Eden, Carlisle
What to wear/bring:
What will be provided:
Is there wheelchair access to the site?
Any restrictions?
How many NEW volunteers required?
Press/Volunteer Contact: ()
Organised by: Ratlingate Scout Campsite
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Screening Using Natural Methods for Habitat Creation
Where? Cockermouth
When? 3 May 2008
What's it about? We recently obtained a new container for equipment storage. We would like to have the container blend into the environment. In order to do this we would like to plant a hedge around the container. The hedge should be based on local hedging plants. In addition to the hedge we also plan in putting a small fence around the container entrance area and would like to incorporate bird boxes and hardy climbing plants as part of the screening. Our long term objective is to use natural screening methods to hide the container. This would help reduce the visual impact of the container and provide a natural habitat for birds and insects.
Where's it happening? Grasmoor Rugby Club, Strawberry How, Cockermouth
What to wear/bring: Refreshments, Sturdy Footwear
What will be provided: Health & Safety, Tools & Materials
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Partially
Any restrictions? Children under 16 must be accomapnied by an adult
How many NEW volunteers required? 5
Press/Volunteer Contact: Sandra Vives Lynch (01946 833123)
Organised by: Cockermouth Company of Archers
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Arlecdon Gardeners
Where? Frizington
When? 14 June 2008
What's it about? Re-designing front garden of school, creating sensory garden area, dry river bed, pond, wildflower meadow, vegetable patch (with space for composting) and wildlife area. Volunteers will: - clear and plant existing flower beds with both vegetables and flowers. - dig up a flagged area, turf over, build raised planters for herbs/ plants that appeal to different senses. - recycle flagstones to create stepping stones along length of garden, allowing access in all weathers. - remove existing fixed concrete flower tubs, and dig out dry river bed, with shallow pond at one end. - sow wildflowers to create 'meadow area'. - create composting area. - create 'log pile' to attract wildlife.
Where's it happening? Arlecdon Road, Arlecdon, Frizington
What to wear/bring: Sturdy Footwear, Tools and Materials, Packed Lunch
What will be provided: Refreshments
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? No pets, Children under 16 must be accomapnied by an adult
How many NEW volunteers required? 0
Press/Volunteer Contact: Sandie Ostler (01946 861409)
Organised by: Arlecdon Community Primary School
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Tree Planting Scheme
Where? Penrith
When? 27/4/08
What's it about? Plant trees on recreational areas in Tebay.
Where's it happening? Recreation Ground, Leagate, Tebay, Penrith
What to wear/bring: Refreshments, Sturdy Footwear, Tools and Materials, Protective Clothing, Packed Lunch
What will be provided: Health & Safety, Training, Tools & Materials
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Partial
Any restrictions? No pets, Children under 16 must be accomapnied by an adult
How many NEW volunteers required? 6
Press/Volunteer Contact: Gary Murphy (01539624788)
Organised by: Tebay Parish Council
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Hedge Planting
Where? Penrith
When? 30/4/08
What's it about? Planting a hedge to screen off recycling centre in Tebay.
Where's it happening? Recycling Centre, Leagate, Tebay, Penrith
What to wear/bring: Refreshments, Sturdy Footwear, Tools and Materials, Protective Clothing, Packed Lunch
What will be provided: Health & Safety, Training, Tools & Materials
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Partial
Any restrictions? No pets, Children under 16 must be accomapnied by an adult
How many NEW volunteers required? 6
Press/Volunteer Contact: Gary Murphy (01539 624788)
Organised by: Tebay Parish Council
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Bulb Planting
Where? Penrith
When? 3/5/08
What's it about? Bulb planting in and around the village of Tebay.
Where's it happening? Tebay, Penrith
What to wear/bring: Refreshments, Sturdy Footwear, Tools and Materials, Protective Clothing, Packed Lunch
What will be provided: Health & Safety, Training, Tools & Materials
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Partial
Any restrictions? No pets, Children under 16 must be accomapnied by an adult
How many NEW volunteers required? 6
Press/Volunteer Contact: Gary Murphy (01539 624 788)
Organised by: Tebay Parish Council
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Workington heritage groups
Where? Workington
When? 16/04/08
What's it about? Make the attached Orchard more Animal Friendly in an Old Victorian Garden. Create Boxes for Birds and Feeding Trays for the Red Squirrels. The garden in used by Groups of adults with learning difficulties and children with special needs.
Where's it happening? Helena Thompson Museum, Park End Road, Workington
What to wear/bring:
What will be provided: Health & Safety, Refreshments, Tools & Materials
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? Children under 16 must be accomapnied by an adult
How many NEW volunteers required?
Press/Volunteer Contact: ()
Organised by: Workington Heritage Group
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Creating A Better External Environment For Everyone Within School
Where? Workington
When? 19/5/08
What's it about? This project originated from the school council. The children are very keen to improve and enhance the outside area of the playground. Following this I involved a group of parents who are now working extremely hard on this project. We are going to start this project off with developing a picnic area.
Where's it happening? Westfield Nursery & Primary School, Nilsson Drive, Workington
What to wear/bring:
What will be provided: Refreshments
Is there wheelchair access to the site?
Any restrictions?
How many NEW volunteers required? 0
Press/Volunteer Contact: Louise Starkey (01900 325 257)
Organised by: Westfield Nursery & Primary School
Email: louise1066@hotmail.com
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Childrens Colourful Courtyard Creation
Where? Workington
When? 16th June 2008
What's it about? We are renovating a courtyard in the centre of our school. This involves planting raised beds and planters. Erecting and painting seating and benches, erecting a gazebo. All these have been provided by local businesses and fundraising. This will then provide an outside space for the pupils to work.
Where's it happening? Furness Road, Workington
What to wear/bring: Sturdy Footwear, Protective Clothing
What will be provided: Health & Safety, Refreshments, Tools & Materials
Is there wheelchair access to the site? No
Any restrictions? Children under 16 must be accomapnied by an adult
How many NEW volunteers required? 0
Press/Volunteer Contact: C. Holder (0190 032 5248)
Organised by: St Gregorys CP School
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