Bin it don't sling it
Where? Bedlington
When? 10 May 2009
What's it about? Our project is about litter picking every nook and cranny on the farm. People have come and gone over the last 15 years and it seems everyone has left something. Our project is primarily about litter picking, and finding homes for the stuff that can be reused.
Where's it happening? Sleekburn Cottage Farm, Barrington Road,, Bedlington
What to wear/bring:
What will be provided:
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions?
How many NEW volunteers required?
Press/Volunteer Contact: Gail Forbes (07817 549 718)
Organised by: Jumping Jacks
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Brush Strokes
Where? Bedlington
When? 20 May 2009
What's it about? The Farm is where we keep our horses, young people have the opportunity to look after a horse as if it was their own. As you can image tidying up isn't at the top of the list, however we try to have Tidy up days which means collect rubbish from fields (plastic bags etc), sweeping yards, cleaning out water troughs etc. For our project we will need to buy some new brush heads and litter pickers to help us keep our environment tidy.
Where's it happening? Sleekburn Cottage Farm, Barrington Road,, Bedlington
What to wear/bring:
What will be provided:
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions?
How many NEW volunteers required?
Press/Volunteer Contact: Gail Forbes (07817 549 718)
Organised by: Jumping Jacks
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DON'T BUZZ OFF JUST BEE HAPPY!
Where? BEDLINGTON NORTHUMBERLAND
When? 18 June 2009
What's it about? THE PROJECT INVOLVES PLANTING LOTS OF COLOURFUL PLANTS THAT ATTRACT WILDLIFE INCLUDING BEES. THE LITTLE GARDEN WILL BRIGHTEN UP OUR COMMUNITY GARDEN VISITED BY OVER 180 CHILDREN A WEEK. THIS SITE IS IN INDUSTRIAL ESTATE SO IT WILL BRING TO LIFE AN INDUSTRIAL AREA FOR MANY TO ENJOY. PLANTING WILL BE BY OUR VOLUNTEERS.
Where's it happening? 2 GOOCH AVENUE, BARRINGTON INDUSTRIAL ESTATE, BEDLINGTON NORTHUMBERLAND
What to wear/bring: Packed Lunch
What will be provided: Refreshments
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Partially
Any restrictions? No pets, No under 16s
How many NEW volunteers required? 2
Press/Volunteer Contact: KELLY MCKENNA (01670821515)
Organised by: Choysez
Email: admin@choysez.org
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Cittaslow Berwick-In-Bloom Town Clean Up
Where? Berwick-Upon-Tween
When? 26 April 2009
What's it about? Within Berwick Town, volunteers will undertake a number of clean up projects, to include pruning, weed removel, Beach clearance, graffiti removel, planting of trees, shrubs, plants. Riverside walk litter clearance. And raise awareness of Cittaslow Berwick-In-Bloom.
Where's it happening? Fairmount HSE, 3 Castle Tce, Berwick-Upon-Tween
What to wear/bring: Sturdy Footwear, Protective Clothing
What will be provided: Health & Safety, Refreshments, Tools & Materials
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: Mr Shaw (01289 308005)
Organised by: Cittaslow Berwick-In-Bloom
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Seat For Weary Walkers
Where? Blyth
When? 23/05/09
What's it about? We have cleared a recess next to a path along the edge of the dunes to allow a seat to be sited there. The path is well used by local residents of all ages and at the moment there is a shortage of seats. We plan to repair a broken seat, replacing the wood and so providing an opportunity to look at the local environment. We will combine this with a litter pick to enhance the area.
Where's it happening? Blyth Links, Blyth
What to wear/bring: Sturdy Footwear
What will be provided: Refreshments, Tools & Materials
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? No pets
How many NEW volunteers required?
Press/Volunteer Contact: Joyce Murray (01670 355057)
Organised by: Blyth To Seaton Sluice Links Conservation Group
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Heritage Wall Restoration
Where? Blyth
When? 6th June 2009
What's it about? As a result of reconstruction work along the edge of the dunes, some blocks of sandstone have become available. We plan to use the stone to repair the wall, which is collapsing onto the path. Since the blocks were originally used in the area, they are in keeping with the undamaged area of wall. The wheelbarrow and shovel will be used to manoeuvre the blocks into position.
Where's it happening? Blyth links, Blyth
What to wear/bring: Sturdy Footwear, Protective Clothing
What will be provided: Refreshments, Tools & Materials
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? No pets
How many NEW volunteers required? 10
Press/Volunteer Contact: Joyce Murray (01670 355 057)
Organised by: Blyth To Seaton Sluice Links Conservation Group
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Beach Access Enforcement
Where? Blyth
When? 11th July 2009
What's it about? Erosion is a major problem on the dunes along their stretch of coast. It is made worse by horse riders riding through a blow-out on their way to the beach, instead of using the designated access points. Fencing exists round the blowout but has collapsed. The project is to reconstruct the fencing to prevent horses and people using the short cut to the beach and contributing to the erosion.
Where's it happening? Blyth links, Blyth
What to wear/bring: Sturdy Footwear
What will be provided: Refreshments, Tools & Materials
Is there wheelchair access to the site? No
Any restrictions? No pets
How many NEW volunteers required? 5
Press/Volunteer Contact: Joyce Murray (01670 355 057)
Organised by: Blyth To Seaton Sluice Links Conservation Group
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No Stone Unturned
Where? Felton, Morpeth
When? 4th July 2009
What's it about? We intend to continue with expanding and facilitating diversity of plant growth in the hopes of encouraging wildlife to thrive. We want to provide opportunities for both adults and children to contribute to the project, and invite visitors to enjoy peace and tranquillity on St Oswald’s Way. We want to encourage volunteers to continue with the management of our 'Wild' area and over see regular tending of the cared - for area at the entrance.
Where's it happening? c/o Spring Lodge, West Thirston, Felton, Morpeth
What to wear/bring: Sturdy Footwear, Tools and Materials
What will be provided: Refreshments
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: Jane Skelton (01670 787 437)
Organised by: Church Yard Group, St. Michaels and All Angels, Felton
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BABY BIRDS LIVE IN PRETTY HOUSES? THEY DO NOW!
Where? Hartford Bridge
When? 13 July 2009
What's it about? THE PROJECT INVOLVES MAKING BIRD BOXES WITH AN INSTRUCTOR AND PAINTING THEM. THE YOUNG PEOPLE WILL THEN TAKE THE BIRD BOXES HOME FOR THEIR GARDENS. IT WILL TAKE PLACE IN PLESSY WOODS SO THEY WILL BE INSPIRED BY THEIR SURROUNDINGS. THEY PROJECT WILL INVOLVE YOUNG PEOPLE AGED 15 & 16
Where's it happening? Plessey Woods Country Park,, Shields Rd, Hartford Bridge
What to wear/bring: Protective Clothing, Packed Lunch
What will be provided: Training, Refreshments
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Partially
Any restrictions? No pets, No under 16s
How many NEW volunteers required? 2
Press/Volunteer Contact: KELLY MCKENNA (01670 821515)
Organised by: Choysez
Email: admin@choysez.org
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SCHOOL GARDEN
Where? HEXHAM
When? 15 July 2009
What's it about? GET ALL OF THE 63 CHILDREN IN THE SCHOOL INVOLVED IN THE CREATION OF A SCHOOL GARDEN. THIS WILL BE DONE BY FENCING OFF A SECTION OF THE SCHOOL PLAYING FIELD, SETTING OUT THE AREA TO HAVE A GREENHOUSE, VEGETABLE PLOTS, HERB GARDEN, FLOWER BEDS, COMPOST HEAP, ETC. VOLUNTEES, IN THE FORM OF PARENTS, WILL UNDERTAKE THE MAJORITY OF THE HEAVY WORK - PREPARING THE SOIL FOR PLANTING WITH THE CHILDREN DOING AS MUCH AS THEY PHYSICALLY CAN BEARING IN MIND THEY ARE 5-9 YEAR OLDS. THE PRODUCE FROM THE GARDEN WILL USED BY THE CHILDREN IN SCHOOL.
Where's it happening? BEAUFRONT FIRST SCHOOL, Nr SANDOE, HEXHAM
What to wear/bring: ALL VOLUNTEERS ARE ALREADY IN PLACE
What will be provided:
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions?
How many NEW volunteers required? NO
Press/Volunteer Contact: MR IAN DARLING (01434 603270)
Organised by: BEAUFRONT FIRST SCHOOL
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COOL COTTAGE COOKS CREATION
Where? Horsley
When? 23 June 2009
What's it about? The project is about creating an edible garden. We want to create a herb garden so our young cooks that visit our cottage at Kielder forest can grow and cook the results of their labour. The young people visit the cottage and stay overnight cooking both in and outdoors a range of foods. This project will involve clearing an area and planting the herbs to make a sweet smelling delight that will tickle the taste buds of all who cook at the cottage. Lots of educational value to this project as the volunteers will be involved in all aspects and deciding on which herbs are best to cook at our retreat.
Where's it happening? Bellingburnhead Cottage, Kielder Forest, Horsley
What to wear/bring: Sturdy Footwear, Protective Clothing
What will be provided: Refreshments
Is there wheelchair access to the site? No
Any restrictions? No pets, No under 16s
How many NEW volunteers required? 2
Press/Volunteer Contact: Kelly McKenna (01670 821515)
Organised by: Choysez
Email: admin@choysez.org
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Bird and Batbox Making
Where? Morpeth
When? 18 April 2009
What's it about? Children to assemble bird and bat boxes with adult supervision. Volunteers will have already cut wood to size and be on hand to help with hammering nails into wood correctly and safely.
Where's it happening? Old Blakehouse Millennium Gren, Morpeth
What to wear/bring:
What will be provided: Tools & Materials
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? No pets, No under 16s
How many NEW volunteers required? 5
Press/Volunteer Contact: Mike Grievson (01670514484)
Organised by: Old Bakehouse Millennium Green Trust
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Britain in Bloom
Where? Morpeth
When? 26 April 2009
What's it about? Scouts and other volunteers will prepare beds, weeds and litter removal, plant a range of flowers and shrubs. There will be ongoing maintanence of beds during spring and summer.
Where's it happening? Terrace car park, Cottage Hospital, Morpeth
What to wear/bring: Sturdy Footwear
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: Angela Logan (01670 514314)
Organised by: Morpeth Town Council
Email: gillianmtc@btconnect.com
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Litter Pick
Where? Morpeth
When? 30th May 2009
What's it about? Collect litter around the stobhill area of morpeth.
Where's it happening? 52 Lindisfarne Lanne, Morpeth
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: Mary Ord (01670518123)
Organised by: Stobhill Community Forum
Email: maryord@ukonline.co.uk
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F.A.T Jardiniere
Where? Morpeth
When? 1st June 2009
What's it about? We intend to renovate exsisting tubs - fill them with compost and plant with Perennial and bedding plants, to be placed throughout the village's.
Where's it happening? Throughout the villages of Felton & Thirston, Morpeth
What to wear/bring: Refreshments, Sturdy Footwear, Tools and Materials
What will be provided: Health & Safety, 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? 5
Press/Volunteer Contact: Mrs B. Butchert (01670 787 856)
Organised by: Felton and Thirston Women`s Institute
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Wonderwall of colourful climbing clematis
Where? Northumberland
When? 5 June 2009
What's it about? During DT lessons at Atkinson House School for children with SEN and EBD, 2 members of Staff and 5 pupils will construct 2 long wooden trough type containers to sit at the base of the unsightly Bin Store at the front of the West Moor Residents Asssociation Community Centre. ; When the clematis grow up the sides it will then act as camouflage to hide the bin store. ; Children and leaders from West Moor Junior youth club will fill them with compost and plant the clematis.
Where's it happening? Atkinson House School, Seghill, Northumberland
What to wear/bring:
What will be provided:
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions?
How many NEW volunteers required?
Press/Volunteer Contact: Joan Thompson (01912688035)
Organised by: West Moor Residents Association
Email: wmra@btconnect.com
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Colourful Baskets
Where? Prudhoe
When? 13 May 2009
What's it about? Visitors to the basket day will be assisted by community allotment members to make up their own hanging basket or container which they can take home. All the components of the baskets will be supplied and plants be grown on site. There will be light refreshments provided.
Where's it happening? Allotment No 8, Redwell Court, Prudhoe
What to wear/bring: Sturdy Footwear, Protective Clothing
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?
Press/Volunteer Contact: Joan Russell (01661833101)
Organised by: Prudhoe Community Allotment
Email: joanrusselletalktalk.net
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