Hertfordshire Projects

Completed Projects

Green Fingers at York Road
Where? Hitchin
When? 29 May 2008
What's it about? We would like to create some raised beds for the children to learn about how plants grow. They will take care of the plants and harvest and eat the vegetables that they grow.
Where's it happening? York Road Nursery School, York Road, Hitchin
What to wear/bring: Sturdy Footwear, Packed Lunch
What will be provided: Health & Safety, Refreshments, Tools & Materials
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Partially
Any restrictions? No pets
How many NEW volunteers required? 0
Press/Volunteer Contact: Sarah Bonner (01462 459127)
Organised by: York Road Nursery School
Email: manager.yorkroad@hertschildrenscentres.org.uk
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Ford Enhancement Project
Where? St. Albans
When? 12 April 2008
What's it about? Dig and clear ground ready for planting digitalis on land that was turned back from a once neglected area, adjacent to St Michael's Bridge in 2001.
Where's it happening? St. Michael's Ford,, Fishpool St., St. Albans
What to wear/bring: Tools and Materials
What will be provided: Refreshments
Is there wheelchair access to the site? No
Any restrictions? Children under 16 must be accomapnied by an adult
How many NEW volunteers required?
Press/Volunteer Contact: Angela Silverman (01727 869 766)
Organised by: Fishpool Street Residents Association
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Wild in the Hedge
Where? St. Albans
When? 2/5/08
What's it about? We have already restored a 60m stretch of an ancient hedge line (C.1660) in our park. We want to under plant it with native wild flowers i.e. Foxgloves, primroses, bluebells. We have a further 240 metres to complete! This project has the full support of our council, St. Albans City Council & Countryside Management Services. We are helped by St. Albans School Conservation team.
Where's it happening? Verulamium Park, King Harry Lane, St. Albans
What to wear/bring: Sturdy Footwear, Tools and Materials
What will be provided: Training
Is there wheelchair access to the site? No
Any restrictions?
How many NEW volunteers required?
Press/Volunteer Contact: Madeleine Sansom (01727 846 761)
Organised by: Friends of Verulamium Park
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