Norfolk Projects

Sensory Garden
Where? Kings Lynn
When? 7/7/08 - 18/7/08
What's it about? Development of a sensory garden which would entail pond and garden restoration to support sensory impaired service users and members of the community and give them the opportunity to actively participate and enjoy the allotment.
Where's it happening? North Lynn Allotments, Kings Lynn
What to wear/bring: Sturdy Footwear, 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, No under 16s
How many NEW volunteers required?
Press/Volunteer Contact: Steve Fuller (01553 770 253)
Organised by: Forward and Futures
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Wild in the Country
Where? Norwich
When? 14 July 2008
What's it about? We will be planting wildflowers in the bank in front of the village hall. This is an intergenerational project between the village Youth club members and the gardening group. All use the village hall and at the moment the surroundings are less than attractive and grounds are lacking in wild flowers.
Where's it happening? Preston Room School Rd, Ashmanhaugh, Norwich
What to wear/bring: Sturdy Footwear, Tools and Materials, Protective Clothing, Packed Lunch
What will be provided: Health & Safety, Training, 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? 4
Press/Volunteer Contact: Sandra Francis (01603784086)
Organised by: Preston Room, Ashmanhaugh Village Hall
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Completed Projects

Scarning Preschool's Seeds of Change
Where? Dereham
When? 6 June 2008
What's it about? Scarning Preschool moved into a new site over one year, the change brought with it not only upheaval but also an unsightly, muddy garden. The garden as it is brings no inspiration or in depth fun to any of the kids who really want to enjoy their outdoor space. After persistent fundraising we have managed to lay a rubberised soft surface area made from old, recycled trainers – this is for the children to safely enjoy using their outdoor equipment, however this renders the rest of the garden empty…a blank canvas crying out for flowers and life! Seeds of Change is a project to transform Scarning Preschool Garden into a sanctuary of sensory plants and pleasures bursting with colour and fragrance for the children – a key element is to use this a live, ongoing, sustainable project that allows the children themselves to actively dig and grow the plants, to care for and learn from them. We desire to have a quiet & shaded reading area, herb garden, a beach complete with sand and old wooden rowing boat as well as an activity exercise area. All of this will cost money and a £50 award from CSV Active Earth will truly help us realise our full potential and will also mean that the children become empowered by Seeds of Change not just for their garden but also for the planet and their futures...we may even finally get butterflies to visit too!
Where's it happening? SCARNING PRE SCHOOL, DEREHAM ROAD, SCARNING,, Dereham
What to wear/bring:
What will be provided:
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions?
How many NEW volunteers required? 0
Press/Volunteer Contact: Rachel Hughes (01362 687928)
Organised by: SCARNING PRE SCHOOL
Email: rachel@preciouscollections.co.uk
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Community Long Pond Litter Bash
Where? Kings Lynn
When? 2 April 2008
What's it about? Involve youngsters in clearing walkways/banks of inner town ponds in kings Lynn for the pleasure of everyone to enjoy, while learning about wildlife and environmental issues tied to ponds to make them aware of other issues related to venues they fish at.
Where's it happening? Loke Rd Long Ponds, Kings Lynn
What to wear/bring: Sturdy Footwear, Protective Clothing, Packed Lunch, high spirits and enthusiasm in helping the community
What will be provided: Health & Safety, Refreshments, Tools & Materials, a fun day doing a worthwhile cause
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? volunteers under 16 must register, volunteers under 16 must register
How many NEW volunteers required?
Press/Volunteer Contact: PAUL APPLEBY (club secretary) (0794 9812460)
Organised by: MAGGOTZ JUNIOR ANGLING
Email: maggotz@sky.com
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Clean Your Act Up
Where? Kings Lynn
When? 05/04/2008
What's it about? Litter picking, chewing gum removal and removal of harmful waste (e.g.. Glass and needles)
Where's it happening? Riverside, 3 Parks, Kings Lynn
What to wear/bring: Refreshments, Sturdy Footwear, Protective Clothing, Packed Lunch, Gloves
What will be provided: Fun day out
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Partial
Any restrictions? Children under 16 must be accomapnied by an adult
How many NEW volunteers required?
Press/Volunteer Contact: Haydn Dodds (07786045580)
Organised by: Clean Your Act Up
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Renovation of a Wooded Ridge
Where? Norwich
When? 4/04/08
What's it about? Clear scrub and plant and bluebells etc.
Where's it happening? Wooded Ridge, Thorn Lane to Horns Lane, Norwich
What to wear/bring: Sturdy Footwear, Tools and Materials, Packed Lunch
What will be provided: Health & Safety, Tools & Materials
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Partial
Any restrictions? No under 16s
How many NEW volunteers required?
Press/Volunteer Contact: Lorna Kirk (01603615132)
Organised by: Rouen Road Area Residents Association
Email: RRA_TRA & YAHOO.CO.UK
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