Sherbourne Valley Project - Big Balsam Bash - Coundon Wedge
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Sherbourne Valley Project - Big Balsam Bash - Coundon Wedge

Practical work party removing Himalayan balsam at Coundon Wedge

By Warwickshire Wildlife Trust

Date and time

Location

Coundon Wedge

Coundon Wedge Coventry CV6 2AJ United Kingdom

About this event

  • Event lasts 4 hours 30 minutes

We will be doing some vegetation management, pulling balsam to improve access and help wildlife. The meeting point is at 10am at Northbrook pool - what3words.com/tasty.paused.fame Parking is available the social club or on Kingsbury Rd.

As usual, dress for the weather, we will be amounsgt nettles, probably in the sun, so a hat, long sleaves & trousers advised. Bring a packed lunch and a drink. Work gloves provided, but feel free to bring your own if you prefer. Bring Wellies if you have them - if you would like to borrow a pair get in touch and we can arrange for that.

This event is organised and lead by Joe Atkinson (River Restoration Officer) Joe.Atkinson@wkwt.org.uk.

If you're new to our events and would like to see who we are before the event so that you know who to look out for, see our photos and find out more about the Sherbourne Valley Project team here: https://www.sherbournevalley.co.uk/meet-the-team

Note:

Please be aware that there may be photography or videography at this event. If you have any issues with this, please make a team member and any individuals with a camera aware. It is worth noting however, that almost all of our events are in public spaces and we cannot control members of the public who may want to take photos.

This project is lead by Warwickshire Wildlife Trust in partnership with Coventry City Council, Severn Trent, the Environment Agency, Citizen Housing, Historic Coventry Trust, Coventry University and Sherbourne Valley Churches. It as has been generously supported by The National Lottery Heritage Fund, and it’s thanks to National Lottery players that we are able to host this event.

For more information or to get in touch please visit www.sherbournevalley.co.uk or find us on Facebook @TheSherbourneValleyProject or email sherbourne@wkwt.org.uk.

To view our privacy policy please click here: https://www.warwickshirewildlifetrust.org.uk/privacy

Frequently asked questions

Where do I park?

We suggest to park either in the social club or on Kingsbury road, but please park considerately

Do I have to stay for the whole time?

No, feel free to come along to all or part of the event, just please let us know if you leave.

Where are the nearest toilets?

There are no toilets on site. The nearest would be at Coundon Social Club.

What do I need to wear / bring with me?

Dress appropriately for the weather, long sleeves and trousers, wellies too if you have them or they can be provided on request.

Organized by

Warwickshire Wildlife Trust aims to protect and enhance wildlife and wild places in Warwickshire, Coventry and Solihull. We want people to be more aware of nature and get outdoors to enjoy the wildlife on their doorstep. 

FreeJul 21 · 10:00 AM GMT+1