Projects taking place in the week beginning
26 May 2008

Paper Wrap Dancers
Where? Cardiff, South Glamorgan
When? 26 May 2008
What's it about? To encourage children and adults to not throw their litter on the pavement but to take it home and bin it. We will do this by setting an example with an organised litter-pick.
Where's it happening? 127 Broadway, Roath, Cardiff
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? 5
Press/Volunteer Contact: Mrs Linda Jones (07967533045)
Organised by: Sunday Warriors
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Sutton School Animal Hotel
Where? Hereford, Herefordshire
When? 26 May 2008
What's it about? We hope to be able to include a few chickens in our new garden to encourage the children to care and be responsible for them, along with cleaning them out and feeding them. We hope to collect eggs that can be used in our school breakfast club. The children are also making bug boxes and a wild life corner to encourage natural growth in our garden. We would like volunteers to provide information, ideas, praise and encouragement. We hope to recruit volunteers that have perhaps kept chickens as a hobby and can share their knowledge with the children.
Where's it happening? Sutton School, Sutton St Nicholas, Hereford
What to wear/bring: Sturdy Footwear, Tools and Materials
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? 4
Press/Volunteer Contact: Sutton School as above (01432880336)
Organised by: Sutton Schoo lBreakfast Club
Email: kat@the-flower-shed.co.uk
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Water Litter Pick
Where? Lincoln, Lincolnshire
When? 26 May 2008
What's it about? The cadets of Lincoln Unit will be taking out their boats supervised by suitably qualified staff, onto the Brayford Pool and clearing litter along the waters edge and lower banks. We will supply a safety boat for the event and litter collected will be taken away using a trailer.
Where's it happening? TS Wrangler, Brayford Wharf North, Lincoln
What to wear/bring: Refreshments, Packed Lunch
What will be provided: Health & Safety, Tools & Materials
Is there wheelchair access to the site? No
Any restrictions? No pets, No under 12s, No under 12s
How many NEW volunteers required?
Press/Volunteer Contact: Lt. (SCC) R.J. Lister (RNR) (01522 530698)
Organised by: Lincoln Sea Cadets
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Budding Rainbows
Where? Paisley,, Strathclyde
When? 26 May 2008
What's it about? We would like to grow and cultivate a child friendly orchard within our Nursery garden. The children already have sensory and vegetable/herb areas within the garden, having an orchard would enhance the children's opportunities to care for living things and would help with our healthy eating policy as we could grow organic fruit for our children and families. Volunteers for the project would help by using their big strong muscles to dig and prepare an area within the garden to plant the trees with the children and talk about how we care and look after plants. It would also give the Community a colourful sight to look at and perhaps encourage our children's families to grow some organic fruits at home.
Where's it happening? Rainbow Nursery, Fullerton Street, Paisley,
What to wear/bring: Sturdy Footwear, Tools and Materials
What will be provided: Health & Safety, Refreshments, Tools & Materials, we only have limited tools
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?
Press/Volunteer Contact: Ellen Leckie or Kelly Hegarty (0141 840 4080)
Organised by: Childcare First Rainbow Nursery
Email: kelly.hegarty@childcarefirst.com
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Spring Clean
Where? Rotherham, South Yorkshire
When? 26/05/2008
What's it about? Litter pick and cleaning of footpath from rubbish and fly-tipping.
Where's it happening? c/o Cottage Farm, Dawson Lane, Rotherham
What to wear/bring: Sturdy Footwear, Packed Lunch
What will be provided: Refreshments, Tools & Materials
Is there wheelchair access to the site? No
Any restrictions? No pets, No under 16s
How many NEW volunteers required?
Press/Volunteer Contact: Susan Allison (01709877382)
Organised by: Friends of Dawson Lane
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Operation Move It
Where? Bolton, Lancashire
When? 27 May 2008
What's it about? Due to the lack of outdoor space at school, the fencing is being moved back allowing us to open up a grass area for use at breaktime and lunchtime. This is much needed green space but the undergrowth, litter and grafitti needs addressing before the area can be used to its full potential. The volunteers will use strimmers, gardening gloves and elbow grease to spruce up the area and celebrate with a picnic on the grass.
Where's it happening? Bolton Road, Westhoughton, Bolton
What to wear/bring: Sturdy Footwear, Packed Lunch
What will be provided: Health & Safety, Tools & Materials
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? No pets
How many NEW volunteers required?
Press/Volunteer Contact: Paula Field (01942 850072)
Organised by: Westhoughton High School
Email: field-p@westhoughton-high.bolton.sch.uk
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Prestbury Close Benches
Where? Bury, Lancashire
When? 27 May 2008
What's it about? Within the estate there are a series of flats in a horse-shoe shape with a large green in the centre. In the past benches have been put up at three locations, however these are now in very bad repair and one has had to be taken down due to it being unsafe to use. The residents of these flats are mostly elderly or disabled and they have enjoyed sitting on these benches in the nice weather, socialising with each other. We would like to replace the benches with new ones which will, hopefully, last for longer. Volunteers will help to remove the old benches and prepare the ground for the new benches, plant up small areas around the new benches with bulbs.
Where's it happening? Prestbury Close, Bury
What to wear/bring: Sturdy Footwear, Protective Clothing, Enthusiasm
What will be provided: Health & Safety, Refreshments, Tools & Materials, Plenty to do
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? No pets, Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult, Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult
How many NEW volunteers required? 1
Press/Volunteer Contact: Katrina Baker (0161 764 3375)
Organised by: New Springs Community Project Group
Email: katrina.baker@btconnect.com
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Flowers for Fairfield
Where? Buxton, Derbyshire
When? 27 May 2008
What's it about? plant up 3 large planters on community green outside shops and maintain them. become part of a community group to bring back pride in where we live.
Where's it happening? 133 victoria park road, Buxton
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? Yes
Any restrictions? No pets, Children under 16 must be accomapnied by an adult
How many NEW volunteers required? 2+
Press/Volunteer Contact: lia roos (07986917908)
Organised by: residents of fairfield association
Email: rofa@fsmail.net
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Pond Clearance
Where? Consett, Durham
When? 26th May 2008
What's it about? There is a pond near us that supports a healthy, diverse ecosystem. At the moment it is full of plastic bags, bottles and general rubbish. We have been granted permission to access the site by the landowner. We will clear the rubbish and clean the site.
Where's it happening? Pond on corner of Villa Real Road, Consett
What to wear/bring: Sturdy Footwear, Protective Clothing, Packed Lunch
What will be provided: Health & Safety, Tools & Materials
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: Rachel Richardson (0120 750 3651)
Organised by: Villa Real School Association
Email: r.richardson100@durhamlea.org.uk
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Wilderness Hide and Seek
Where? Hinckley, Leicestershire
When? 27 May 2008
What's it about? Our setting has recently developed an outdoor play wilderness. We want to put additional shrubbery in to make hide away shelters for both wild life and our children. We have to replace some bushes that didn't survive the winter and we need a wheelbarrow to transport resources from our setting to our outdoor area. We would also like to make a 'whose tracks?' trail in some concrete leading to a bark pit/castle area, which the children use to make bird hides.; some planting, digging and concrete mixing/ laying is required.
Where's it happening? Westfield Community Centre, Rosemary Way, Hinckley
What to wear/bring: Sturdy Footwear, Tools and Materials, Protective Clothing, 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: Barbara Reardon (01455 630836)
Organised by: Westfield Preschool
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Hoobrook Viaduct Area
Where? Kidderminster, Worcestershire
When? 27/5/08
What's it about? Volunteers will clear litter and arrange re-cycling in the area beneath and around the railway viaduct where there is a bridlepath, and some historic features of a lost mill site and water courses.
Where's it happening? Under Hoobrook Viaduct (and around it), Chester Road, Kidderminster
What to wear/bring: Sturdy Footwear, Protective Clothing
What will be provided: Health & Safety, Tools & Materials
Is there wheelchair access to the site? No
Any restrictions? No pets, Children under 16 must be accomapnied by an adult
How many NEW volunteers required? 0
Press/Volunteer Contact: Margaret Bradley (01562 751043)
Organised by: Margaret Bradley
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Ta-Wit-Ta-Home
Where? Newport, Isle of Wight
When? 27/5/08
What's it about? Purchase of Barn Owl Tree Box. Cutting space and placement of a barn owl nesting box. This is a one-off exercise, to endeavour to assist the dwindling numbers of barn owls.
Where's it happening? Prospect Farm, Gunville Road, Newport
What to wear/bring: Refreshments
What will be provided: Refreshments, Tools & Materials
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Partial
Any restrictions?
How many NEW volunteers required? 0
Press/Volunteer Contact: Mark Earp (01983 521 766)
Organised by: Kitbridge Enterprises Trust
Email: kitbridgefarm@yahoo.co.uk
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Splendid Sardis
Where? Pembrokeshire, Dyfed
When? 27 May
What's it about? Clear and prepare boxes, adding compost from village compost heap, collect plants from nursery. Plant up boxes, water and continue to weed and water regularly
Where's it happening? Ivy Cottage, End Lane Sardis, Pembrokeshire
What to wear/bring: Sturdy Footwear, Tools and Materials, Protective Clothing
What will be provided: Health & Safety
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? 3
Press/Volunteer Contact: Rosemarie Irvine (01834 811282)
Organised by: Sardis Parks & Gardens
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Tailoring The Thimbles
Where? Rochadale, Lancashire
When? 27 May 2008
What's it about? For young people - we will create bug boxes. We will part make up and then let the young people finish off. We will also plant up tubs and baskets to improve the environment.
Where's it happening? The Thimbles,, Thimble Close, off Birch Road, Wardle, Rochadale
What to wear/bring: Protective Clothing
What will be provided: Tools & Materials
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Partial
Any restrictions? No pets
How many NEW volunteers required?
Press/Volunteer Contact: Diane Russell (0161 419 6451)
Organised by: Manchester and District Housing Association
Email: diane.russell@harvesthousing.org.uk
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Skip the Rubbish
Where? Rotherham, South Yorkshire
When? 27/05/2008
What's it about? Loading of (previously collected) rubbish into a skip. Where possible items will be recycled
Where's it happening? c/o Cottage Farm, Dawson Lane, Rotherham
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?
Press/Volunteer Contact: ()
Organised by: Friends of Dawson Lane
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The Iron Grippers
Where? Splott, South Glamorgan
When? 27 May 2008
What's it about? We will be concentrating on a local play area to clear away litter and broken glass.
Where's it happening? Library Gardens, Singleton Road, Splott
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? 4
Press/Volunteer Contact: Mrs Thomas (02920483663)
Organised by: Ysgol Glan Morfa
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Dream Team - New Street Hype
Where? St Helens, Merseyside
When? 27th May 2008
What's it about? Our members and volunteers will provide support via cleansing and litter picking at our event. "Neighbourhood Day" has been co-ordinated by our Association with the support of our Partners. This will give our Dream Team a sense of ownership and pride (see attached sheet).
Where's it happening? Sutton Cricket Club grounds, New St, St Helens
What to wear/bring: Sturdy Footwear, Protective Clothing
What will be provided: Health & Safety, Training, Refreshments, Lunch, Tools & Materials
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? Children under 16 must be accomapnied by an adult, adult/volunteer ratio applicable, adult/volunteer ratio applicable
How many NEW volunteers required? 4
Press/Volunteer Contact: Rachel Burns (01744 810406)
Organised by: New Street Community Association
Email: rachelburnsbud@blueyonder.co.uk
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Investigative Explorers Wanted
Where? West Rainton, Durham
When? 27/5/08
What's it about? Help us check out various sites in the village to see how wildlife friendly they are (or not!) and to decide what we can do to improve things (eg: litter picks, tree planting at a future date). We will take photos the sites to use as evidence and cut also in areas where vegetation has overgrown we will cut it back.
Where's it happening? Jubilee Hall, North Road, West Rainton
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? Partial
Any restrictions? No pets, Children under 16 must be accomapnied by an adult
How many NEW volunteers required?
Press/Volunteer Contact: Annette Morris (0191 584 2821)
Organised by: Nature Rangers
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Bright and Beautiful
Where? Bideford, Devon
When? 28 May 2008
What's it about? We are seeking to engage with the neighbourhood in enhancing the communal areas of Ayres Close. We will use a combination of hanging baskets and tubs to brighten up the site and also use the opportunity to replenish an old neglected border to the front of the area which will provide a welcome splash of colour to the Close. The young people in the supported housing project will assist with the planting and there will be a barbecue in the afternoon for all volunteers.
Where's it happening? Ayres Close, Bideford
What to wear/bring: Sturdy Footwear, Protective Clothing
What will be provided: Health & Safety, Refreshments, Tools & Materials
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions?
How many NEW volunteers required?
Press/Volunteer Contact: Liz Hall (01237 422132)
Organised by: Devon and Cornwall Housing Association
Email: sarah.vaughan@dcha.co.uk
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Mini-Beast Explorations
Where? Consett, Durham
When? 28/5/08
What's it about? We will explore the local area to examine which flora and fauna are found for a biodiversity survey and each year after compare our findings. We will concentrate on insects, birds, plant identification etc and record our findings. In order to be able to examine insects sufficiently we will be creating wildlife habitats from old logs and other bits of recycled materials such as old tyres etc.
Where's it happening? Villa Real School, Villa Real Road, Consett
What to wear/bring: Sturdy Footwear, Protective Clothing, Packed Lunch
What will be provided: Health & Safety, Tools & Materials
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?
Press/Volunteer Contact: Rachael Richardson (01207 503 651)
Organised by: Villa Real School Association
Email: r.richardson100@durhamlea.org.uk
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Children Go Batty In The Church Yard
Where? Maldon, Essex
When? 28/5/08
What's it about? To build and erect bird and bat boxes in the churchyard of Little Totham ancient parish church, which is a managed conservation area. The work will be done by young children supported by their parents and volunteer leaders with help and advice from appropriate experts. Little Totham is a very small village with no school, shops, PO, bus or village hall. The church is the central meeting point for the village for children's days, mother and toddler groups, concerts and other social activities. Activity days, which this funding will support, help give to give the children a sense of village identity and a greater appreciation of wildlife.
Where's it happening? All Saints Church Yard, Church Lane, Little Totham, Maldon
What to wear/bring: Packed Lunch
What will be provided: Health & Safety, Training, Refreshments, Tools & Materials
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?
Press/Volunteer Contact: Vivienne Smith (01621 891 660)
Organised by: Little Totham Carers
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A Towering Inferno of Flowers
Where? Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne & Wear
When? 28 May 2008
What's it about? The children will plant up two Planters that will stay on display outside the community centre - one is a three-tier and the other a two-tier. First of all the children will fill up the planters with compost and then plant them up with a selection of plants, and water them regularly afterwards. The volunteers will make and display posters advertising the event, collect all the resources, supervise the children while they are planting and provide refreshments afterwards.
Where's it happening? Benton Lane, West Moor, Newcastle Upon Tyne
What to wear/bring: 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?
Press/Volunteer Contact: West Moor Residents Association (0191 2161005)
Organised by: West Moor Residents Association
Email: wmra@btconnect.com
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How Does Your Garden Grow? Planting Project
Where? Reddish, Stockport, Cheshire
When? 28/5/08
What's it about? Parents, carers and children working together to improve an area by planting bedding plants therefore improving the local environment and encouraging participation and learning.
Where's it happening? Reddish Vale Children's Centre, Vale Road, Reddish, Stockport
What to wear/bring: Sturdy Footwear, Protective Clothing, Packed Lunch
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? 0
Press/Volunteer Contact: Jan Wilkinson (0161 480 6713)
Organised by: Reddish Vale Children's Centre
Email: jan.wilkinson@reddishvaleeyc.stocport.sch.uk
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Young Conservationists
Where? Achictibuie, Highland
When? 29 May
What's it about? The class are volunteering as a working party to clean beaches, build bird & bat boxes, repair paths and plant bulbs in and around Achiltibuie (Wester-Ross). We will be working in partnership with the wildlife Trust
Where's it happening? Achininver, Achictibuie
What to wear/bring: Refreshments, Sturdy Footwear, Protective Clothing
What will be provided: Health & Safety, Training, Refreshments, Lunch, Tools & Materials
Is there wheelchair access to the site? No
Any restrictions? No pets
How many NEW volunteers required?
Press/Volunteer Contact: C Hancox (01854 655213)
Organised by: Ullapool Primary School
Email: Carolinehancox@hotmail.co.uk
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Bats and Bugs
Where? Dailly, Strathclyde
When? 29/5/08
What's it about? Build Bat boxes, learn more about bat habits. Build and locate insect houses. With help from BTCV volunteers we will construct nesting and shelter boxes for bats.
Where's it happening? Dailly Scout Hall, Dailly
What to wear/bring:
What will be provided:
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Partial
Any restrictions?
How many NEW volunteers required? 0
Press/Volunteer Contact: Fiona de Faye (01465 84427)
Organised by: Dailly Cubs
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Green Fingers at York Road
Where? Hitchin, Hertfordshire
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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Flowers For Frith
Where? Leicester, Leicestershire
When? 29 May 2008
What's it about? The development of spring and summer flower meadows in conjunction with our tree planting project. Volunteers will help with planting and setting up and defining planting areas.
Where's it happening? Cuffling Drive, Leicester, Leicester
What to wear/bring: Tools and Materials, Packed Lunch
What will be provided: Refreshments
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? No pets, Adults working with school children need to be CRB checked, Adults working with school children need to be CRB checked
How many NEW volunteers required? 0
Press/Volunteer Contact: Keith Rose (0116 2872488)
Organised by: Braunstone Frith Junior School
Email: school@braunstonefrith-jun.leicester.sch.uk
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Conningham Grow Your Own
Where? London, Greater London
When? 29th May 2008
What's it about? To plant vegetables, fruit and cloves and create boxes to enhance our play centre which is in need of some T.L.C.
Where's it happening? Coningham Centre, Coningham Road, London
What to wear/bring: Sturdy Footwear
What will be provided: Health & Safety, Refreshments, Lunch, Tools & Materials
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? 4
Press/Volunteer Contact: Jacqueline Boyce (07771848958)
Organised by: The Hut Association
Email: hutassociation@btelick.com
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Planting Native Flowers In Family Woods
Where? Marton, Cleveland
When? 29/5/08
What's it about? Clear invasive species such as nettles, docks and brambles to create clearings. Plant selected native plants in the clearings.`
Where's it happening? Stewart Park, Marton
What to wear/bring: Refreshments, Sturdy Footwear, Packed Lunch
What will be provided: Health & Safety, Training, Tools & Materials
Is there wheelchair access to the site? No
Any restrictions? No pets
How many NEW volunteers required? 12
Press/Volunteer Contact: Ron Dennison (01642 315571)
Organised by: Stewart Park Voluntary Rangers
Email: ronald.dennison@btinternet.com
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Wonderful Wild Flowers and Summer Seeds
Where? Newport, Shropshire
When? 29/5/08
What's it about? A great deal of work has been done on Hutchison Way, a walk from Newport to the Wrekin, by volunteers of the Heart of England In Bloom and Telford and Wrekin Council. Clearing, taking down trees and shrubs and an old fence. Rebuilding new fence, planting new trees, laying footpath, moving rubbish etc. Our group wish to plant wild flower seed to the left of the park and plugs of primroses and digitalis (foxgloves) to the right under an old hedge. Residents of old remember Primroses growing there in the past.
Where's it happening? Hutchison Way, Station Road, Newport
What to wear/bring: Refreshments, Sturdy Footwear, Tools and Materials, Protective Clothing
What will be provided: Health & Safety, 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: Carol Murphy (01952 814 098)
Organised by: Heart Of England In Bloom (Newport)
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A restful place
Where? Somerset, Somerset
When? 29 May 2008
What's it about? Turning a wasted area of school playground into a quiet, sensory garden where the children can relax and do class room projects.
Where's it happening? Oxford Street, Burnham On Sea, Somerset
What to wear/bring: Sturdy Footwear, Protective Clothing
What will be provided: Tools & Materials
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions?
How many NEW volunteers required?
Press/Volunteer Contact: Rosanna Page (01278 784641)
Organised by: St Josephs Gardening Club
Email: roz_hollands@yahoo.co.uk
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Strathdearn Eco School
Where? Tomatin, Highland
When? 29 May 2008
What's it about? The eco school are currently working towards their silver award by creating a school garden.
Where's it happening? Strathdearn Primary School, Tomatin
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: Kathleen MacRae (01463 226 197)
Organised by: Strathdearn Primary School
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Roof Garden Revival
Where? Bridport, Dorset
When? 30/5/08
What's it about? To cheer up our neglected roof garden with colourful plants. Provide bird-feeders and water for birds. Paint seating and make it a quiet haven for all those who come to Chancery House.
Where's it happening? Chancery House, Chancery Lane, Bridport
What to wear/bring: Protective Clothing
What will be provided: Health & Safety, Refreshments, Tools & Materials, Fun and laughter
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? No pets, No under 16s
How many NEW volunteers required? 10
Press/Volunteer Contact: Susan Jenkin (01308 458 165)
Organised by: Chancery House Day Centre and Social Club
Email: bridport424@btinternet.com
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Dancing Frogs
Where? Cardiff, South Glamorgan
When? 30 May 2008
What's it about? We are tidying the edge of a pond and clearing away any bits of litter, thus making it more habitable for local wildlife such as frogs.
Where's it happening? Trowbridge pond, Trowbridge, Cardiff
What to wear/bring: Sturdy Footwear
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? 1
Press/Volunteer Contact: Mrs Linda Jones (07967533045)
Organised by: Sunday Warriors
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Tree Survey/Woodland Conservation/Maintenance
Where? Consett, Durham
When? 29th May 2008
What's it about? We intend to clear the local woodland backing on to our school of litter, rubbish etc. We will clear the nettles, brambles and prune broken branches on trees. We will teach young people how to identify the trees and record all the different types and how many of each. We will use broken wood to teach wood crafts.
Where's it happening? Hamsterley Forest, Teesdale, Consett
What to wear/bring: Sturdy Footwear, Protective Clothing, Packed Lunch
What will be provided: Health & Safety, Tools & Materials
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: Rachel Richardson (0120 750 3651)
Organised by: Villa Real School Association
Email: r.richardson100@durhamlea.org.uk
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Blooming Felton
Where? Morpeth, Northumberland
When? 30th May 2008
What's it about? Village flowers will be cleared out, topped up and re - planted.
Where's it happening? 3 Benlaw Grove, Felton, Morpeth
What to wear/bring: Tools and Materials, Protective Clothing
What will be provided: Health & Safety
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?
Press/Volunteer Contact: B.Butchert (01670 787856)
Organised by: Felton and Thirston Women`s Institute
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Down to Earth
Where? Perth, Tayside
When? 30 May 2008
What's it about? The project is primarily to re-energise the recreational garden area to provide a pleasant experience for peoples' well-being. It will involve digging, weeding, hoeing and planting fresh flowers and plants to improve the environment for future summer social events. This is one aspect of improving peoples mental well-being.
Where's it happening? Perth Association for Mental Health, Caladh Centre, 6 Milne Street,, Perth
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? 0
Press/Volunteer Contact: Cheryl Livie or Paul Thompson (01738 639657)
Organised by: Perth Association for Mental Health
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Dig a Verge.
Where? Bingley, West Yorkshire
When? 31 May 2008
What's it about? Volunteers will clear ivy, replace tired soil, feed and plant flowering shrubs and plants on a verge in a publice area of the that will enhance the overall look of the village.
Where's it happening? Verge between royd and Rylands Avenues,, Gilstead, Bingley
What to wear/bring: Sturdy Footwear, Protective Clothing
What will be provided: Health & Safety, Training, 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? 4
Press/Volunteer Contact: Anne Jarvis (01274 567591)
Organised by: Gilstead Village Society
Email: anniejarvis@beeb.net
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Wood Tidy and Art competition
Where? Cornwall, Cornwall
When? 31st MAY 2008
What's it about? Litter picking and path clearance in Maningham Community Woodland followed by environmental art competition for local children/families.
Where's it happening? Manningham Community Woodland, Illogan, Cornwall
What to wear/bring: Refreshments, Sturdy Footwear
What will be provided: Health & Safety, Training, 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? 10
Press/Volunteer Contact: Alison Forward (07880948791)
Organised by: Friends of Maningham Wood
Email: alison.forward@hotmail.co.uk
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Big Tent Festival
Where? Falkland, Fife
When? 25/5/08 - 31/5/08
What's it about? the project is the preparation, planting and maintenance of a wildflower meadow in the centre of the field that hosts the Big Tent Festival, an eco-festival. The Centre For Stewardship will manage the site post-event. We will be working with someone from S.N.H. in a voluntary capacity and will advise what plants are best suited to the meadow.
Where's it happening? The Stables, Falkland
What to wear/bring: Sturdy Footwear, Protective Clothing
What will be provided: Health & Safety, Training, Lunch, Tools & Materials
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? 12
Press/Volunteer Contact: Mike Small (01337 858 838)
Organised by: Centre For Stewardship
Email: mike@centreforstewardship.org.uk
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Early Braes Busters
Where? Garrowhill, Strathclyde
When? 31 May 2008
What's it about? This is a community clean up of one of our local parks. We want to really spruce the area up by picking up litter and getting into all the difficult to reach but easy to see places and make it look naturally beautiful again. Volunteers are needed to simply help pick up the litter and be a part of this community project. We anticipate a thorough clean up will take two hours maximum.
Where's it happening? Early Braes Park, Glenduffhill Park, Garrowhill
What to wear/bring: Sturdy Footwear
What will be provided: Refreshments, Tools & Materials, A pair of gardening gloves would be handy to protect your hands
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? Children under 16 must be accomapnied by an adult, None, None
How many NEW volunteers required? 10+
Press/Volunteer Contact: Katrina Kirkpatrick (0141 573 0938)
Organised by: Garrowhill Community Council
Email: katrinakirkpatrick2000@yahoo.co.uk
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River Revel
Where? Inverness, Highland
When? 31 May 2008
What's it about? This is a riverside building and we would like to brighten a concrete area (with no existing greenery or plant life) with planters and shrubs. Volunteers will clear, arrange & plant area.
Where's it happening? 12 Bank Street, Inverness
What to wear/bring: Refreshments, Sturdy Footwear, Protective Clothing
What will be provided: Tools & Materials
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? No pets
How many NEW volunteers required?
Press/Volunteer Contact: T MacKay (01463 234569)
Organised by: CYC
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Refurbishment of Railway Plaque
Where? Lancaster, Lancashire
When? 31/5/08
What's it about? A Railway plaque on small piece of land, the corner of Shaws Garth where the railway station used to be (closed down 1958) will be re-painted, some flags layed leaving spaces for plants etc, and the surrounding land will be cleared up and several plants planted.
Where's it happening? Shaws garth, Shirdley Hill, nr Ormskirk, Lancaster
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? Yes
Any restrictions? No pets, Children under 16 must be accomapnied by an adult
How many NEW volunteers required?
Press/Volunteer Contact: Sylvia Corfield (01704 840705)
Organised by: Shirdley Hill Residents Association
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John O Gaunts Junior Allotment
Where? Leeds, West Yorkshire
When? 31 May 2008
What's it about? We have turned a dumping ground into a junior allotment in the middle of a council estate, we have several projects also but we are in need of money for plants, fruit and veg etc. We now have a polytunnel so soon we will grow mostly from seed but also need funds for seeds, compost and tools. We are a small community group of approximately 30+ volunteers, which consist of myself, chair of Rothwell in Bloom, Stuart Beaumont and the rest are very enthusiastic children from the estate. Children are involved in all aspects of the gardening.
Where's it happening? John O Gaunts Estate, 8 Second Avenue, Rothwell, Leeds
What to wear/bring: Refreshments, Sturdy Footwear, Tools and Materials
What will be provided: Tools & Materials
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Partially
Any restrictions?
How many NEW volunteers required? 50
Press/Volunteer Contact: frost.stephanie09@googlemail.com (07743010096)
Organised by: John O Gaunts in Bloom
Email: frost.stephanie09@googlemail.com
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Hedgehog and Frog Housing Development
Where? Penmaenmawr, Gwynedd
When? 31 May 2008
What's it about? We have already built a pond in a quiet corner of the Victorian walled garden that houses our organic allotments. We hope that the frogs and toads that will populate the pond will live off the slugs that currently harass our vegetables. Flintshire Wildlife and Pet Rescue have also promised us two hedgehogs. We now need to turn the area around the pond into a fully functioning wildlife area. The Action Earth Grant will be used to buy wildflower seeds and native shrubs to provide food for the various animals that we hope to encourage.
Where's it happening? Noddfa, Conwy Old Road, Penmaenmawr
What to wear/bring: Refreshments, Sturdy Footwear, Packed Lunch, Enthusiasm
What will be provided: Tools & Materials
Is there wheelchair access to the site? No
Any restrictions? No pets, Children under 16 must be accomapnied by an adult
How many NEW volunteers required?
Press/Volunteer Contact: David Peacock (01492 622537)
Organised by: Penmaenmawr Organic Community Allotments
Email: DavidPeacock@snowdonia.net
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Come Planting!
Where? Redditch, Worcestershire
When? 31 May 2008
What's it about? Plant shrubs in the beds around our new performance area inside the gates of the Countryside centre.
Where's it happening? Arrow Valley Countryside centre grounds, Battens drive, Redditch
What to wear/bring: Sturdy Footwear
What will be provided: Health & Safety, Training, Tools & Materials
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: Val Wilson/June Carmichael (01527 464000)
Organised by: Redditch Borough Council
Email: val.wilson@redditchbc.gov.uk; adrian.collingwood@redditchbc.gov.uk
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Peace Garden Initiative
Where? , Lancashire
When? 1 June 2008
What's it about? At the centre here we have a beautiful Peace Garden, which has been previously funded by benefactors, but now is needing upgrading, for use for intergenerational linking with nursery and primary school children, along with our over 55 service-users.
Where's it happening? St. Thomas More Centre, St. Thomas More Walk,, Lancaster,
What to wear/bring: Sturdy Footwear
What will be provided: Training, Lunch
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? We have our own volunteers, We have our own volunteers
How many NEW volunteers required? 0
Press/Volunteer Contact: ()
Organised by: Marsh Agelink
Email: marshagelink@btinternet.com
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Project Clean Up
Where? Accrington, Lancashire
When? 1 June 2008
What's it about? We intend to clean up our playing field and wildlife pond we have at our headquarters. We will have 24 Brownies and parents to assist.
Where's it happening? All Saints School, Church Street, Clayton Le Moors,, Accrington
What to wear/bring: Sturdy Footwear, Protective Clothing, no
What will be provided: Health & Safety, Refreshments, Tools & Materials, no
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? Children under 16 must be accomapnied by an adult, no, no
How many NEW volunteers required? no
Press/Volunteer Contact: Deborah Astley (01254233811)
Organised by: All Saints 2nd Clayton Le Moors Brownies
Email: alan11.dunkbpc@btinternet.com
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GVS volunteers Blooms Project 2 .
Where? Bingley, West Yorkshire
When? 1 June 2008
What's it about? Volunteers will help to clear ivy, replace tired soil, feed, plant flowering shrubs and plants, repaint the Notice Board and plant up hanging baskets by the Post Office.
Where's it happening? Verge by the Post Office, Gilstead, Bingley
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? No pets, Children under 16 must be accomapnied by an adult, Any children are welcome but the verge is by the side of the road so must be parents responsibilty.Local volunteers in particular are welcome to come and join our gardening group/ and litter pickers ., Any children are welcome but the verge is by the side of the road so must be parents responsibilty.Local volunteers in particular are welcome to come and join our gardening group/ and litter pickers .
How many NEW volunteers required? 6
Press/Volunteer Contact: Anne Jarvis (01274 567591)
Organised by: Gilstead Village Society
Email: anniejarvis@beeb.net
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The Blackwater Great Ground Force
Where? Blairgowrie, Tayside
When? 1/6/08
What's it about? We need volunteers to clear this site of rubbish, weed and dig over, cut grass and generally maintain grounds, as well as plant up. This fun project will involve the local community in ensuring the grounds are a safe, usable and welcoming environment. Blackwater Public Hall is a vital and valued resource in this very rural area.
Where's it happening? The Blackwater Public Hall, Bridge of Cally, Blairgowrie
What to wear/bring: Sturdy Footwear, Protective Clothing, Packed Lunch
What will be provided: Refreshments, Tools & Materials
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions?
How many NEW volunteers required?
Press/Volunteer Contact: Karen Philpott (01250 882249)
Organised by: Blackwater Public Community Hall
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"Make" Father's Day!
Where? Crosshill, Strathclyde
When? 1/6/08
What's it about? Volunteers will make nest/bird/bat boxes for an old village public garden which is due to undergo a renovation.
Where's it happening? Kirkbride Crescent Garden, Kirkbride Crescent, Crosshill
What to wear/bring: Protective Clothing
What will be provided: Training, 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? 4
Press/Volunteer Contact: I. Archbold (01655 740495)
Organised by: Village Volunteers
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Flowers for Memories
Where? Hartlepool, Cleveland
When? 1 June 2008
What's it about? Continue planting of flowers & shrubs in a garden dedicated to residents who have died which has been reclaimed from a neglected area.
Where's it happening? Heronspool Community Room, 6 Heronspool Close, Hartlepool
What to wear/bring:
What will be provided: Health & Safety, Tools & Materials
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions?
How many NEW volunteers required?
Press/Volunteer Contact: Mrs Pauline Lee (01429 869616)
Organised by: Old Boys Field Sheltered Bungalows
Email: tedleebtinternet.com
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Ecotherapy
Where? Petersfield, Hampshire
When? 1 June 2008
What's it about? Our volunteers who all have mental health problems will work to clear the land and to re-plant native trees and plants, build bird boxes and insect homes to encourage wildlife and perform a general upkeep of the land.
Where's it happening? Sustainability Centre,, Droxford Road, East Meon,, Petersfield
What to wear/bring: Refreshments, Sturdy Footwear, Protective Clothing
What will be provided: Health & Safety, Training, Tools & Materials
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? No pets, mental health service users only, mental health service users only
How many NEW volunteers required? 5
Press/Volunteer Contact: Julie Parker (023 92498916)
Organised by: Havant and East Hants Mind
Email: julie@mindinhavant.freeserve.co.uk
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Batty Fun
Where? Redditch, Worcestershire
When? 1 June 2008
What's it about? We know we have bats in the area, and to encourage the bats to nest we are going to make bat boxes to put up in blue bell wood.
Where's it happening? Blue Bell Wood, Arrow Valley Park, Redditch
What to wear/bring:
What will be provided: Health & Safety, Training, Tools & Materials
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? 10
Press/Volunteer Contact: Val Wilson/June Carmichael (01527 464000)
Organised by: Redditch Borough Council
Email: val.wilson@redditchbc.gov.uk; adrian.collingwood@redditchbc.gov.uk
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Homeless in Splott
Where? splott, South Glamorgan
When? 1 June 2008
What's it about? With our under 11's Eco club we are making bird boxes to be placed in local trees.
Where's it happening? salvation army, walker road, splott
What to wear/bring: Protective Clothing
What will be provided: Health & Safety, Refreshments, Tools & Materials
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? 7
Press/Volunteer Contact: lorraine gilmore (as above)
Organised by: South Splott Residents Association
Email: southsplottresidents@hotmail.co.uk
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Sutton Oak Welsh Chapel Residents Group
Where? sutton, st helens, Merseyside
When? 1 June 2008
What's it about? Outside in the church/community garden, the volunteers can paint the wall, where our sheds use to be, and plant plants/shrubs/and tubs etc, for their little garden, for the residents to use.
Where's it happening? sutton oak welsh chapel, 2 lancots lane, sutton oak,, sutton, st helens
What to wear/bring: Sturdy Footwear, Protective Clothing
What will be provided: Health & Safety, Refreshments, Lunch, Tools & Materials
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? No pets
How many NEW volunteers required? 4
Press/Volunteer Contact: paul jones or caroline owen (07861117678)
Organised by: sutton oak welsh chapel preservation society
Email: cosmic_415@hotmail.co.uk
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The Sweet Smell of Grove!
Where? Wantage, Oxfordshire
When? 01/06/2008
What's it about? Planting of Sensory Garden on school grounds to promote sensory awareness.
Where's it happening? North Drive, Grove, Wantage
What to wear/bring: Sturdy Footwear, Tools and Materials, Packed Lunch
What will be provided: Health & Safety, Refreshments, Tools & Materials
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? 4
Press/Volunteer Contact: ()
Organised by: Grove CE Primary School
Email: head.3228@grove.oxon.sch.uk
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Feed The Wild Birds
Where? Warrington, Cheshire
When? 1st June 2008
What's it about? We will assemble and position a bird feeder in the church grounds and the local children will help in feeding the birds.
Where's it happening? Hope Alive Church, Crosfield Street, Warrington
What to wear/bring: Packed Lunch
What will be provided: Health & Safety, Refreshments
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: Mrs S Cunliffe (0192 522 3679)
Organised by: Hope Alive Church
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Construct Raised Vegetable Beds
Where? Wirral, Merseyside
When? 1 June 2008
What's it about? In the large grassed area at the front of the College, Students will design and construct their own group of raised beds and composters. They will then fill with top soil and compost as the ground is not suitable and plant seasonal vegetables. The produce will be harvested, cooked and shared with the college community. This will be the start of our sustainable living drive.
Where's it happening? Old Chester Road, Bebington, Wirral
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: Ms P Phillips (0151 645 5049)
Organised by: St John Plessington Catholic College
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