|
Monday
|
Tuesday
|
Wednesday
|
Thursday
|
Friday
|
Saturday
|
Sunday
|
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
0 events,
|
1 event,
-
FREE Tuesdays Till Two lunchtime concert welcomes back Spanish pianist Antonio Oyarazabal, who made his St John's début in June 2017. In a programme entitled "Memorias de mi tierra" (Memories of my country) he'll present a musical journey through some of the most beautiful pieces of the piano repertoire by the greatest Spanish composers. Perhaps […] |
2 events,
-
Comprehensive series of FREE practical workshops exploring the many forms of seasonal plant propagation and growth, along with methods of display and sale. This course will grow a range of plants to be sold at the Green Backyard shop including herbaceous perennials, annual vegetables, herbs and flowering annuals. Further sessions on Wednesdays 9th and 16th […]
-
Comprehensive series of workshops that looks at the use of culinary herbs in cooking, their growing conditions, properties and methods of propagation and sale. Further sessions are on the 9th and 16th May, all at 1.30pm - 4.30pm These sessions are part of the Green Backyard's 2018 Community Learning Programme, provided in partnership with City […] |
2 events,
-
A series of practical workshops that will establish a working cutting garden at the Green Backyard. The course will look at the wide range of plants that can be grown as cut flowers, as well as exploring harvesting, sale and display. Further sessions follow on the 10th, 17th, 24th, and 31st May, all at 10am- […]
-
A series of workshops that will explore the therapeutic properties of plants, how to grow and propagate these and how to use them to make a range of therapeutic products for personal use or sale. The workshops will cover the safe identification and use of plants, trading considerations and marketing. Further sessions follow on the […] |
0 events,
|
2 events,
-
Guided walk led by Sarah Lambert and Peter Kirby around Lattersey Nature Reserve. Lattersey NR is a brownfield site which has developed a mosaic of open water, reed beds, damp grassland and willow carr. A wide variety of fenland species are present and a stop for pond dipping will reveal many aquatic species that are […]
£2
-
Save the date, because our Holi May Day Celebration will be back! Expect colour throwing, live music, dance, great food, real ale, family friendly activities and more! Details to follow, but make sure to the put the date in your diary. Free event hosted by the Green Backyard. Normal charges for food and drink. |
1 event,
-
Annual morning Birding and Big Breakfast led by Bob Titman. Experience the song of the nightingale together with other woodland birds. See drifts of bluebells and wood anemones within the ancient woodland. Meet at 6:00am at the Willow Brook Farm Shop car park, Stamford Road, Helpston Heath, Peterborough PE6 7EL - Grid Ref. TF 118030. […] |
|
0 events,
|
1 event,
-
FREE Tuesdays Till Two lunchtime concert season continues with a début: the first professional appearance by new vocal ensemble The Berridge Consort. In a programme entitled "Consort and Choral Music of Scotland" they'll be performing music written by Scottish composers, from the court of James I of England through to contemporary composers such as James […] |
3 events,
-
Enjoy a gentle stroll along the River Nene to Wansford where there will be time to look around the Nene Valley Station before returning to Ferry Meadows by train. Must be able to walk six miles over uneven terrain and stiles. Meet at Ferry Meadows Visitor Centre Cost £4:80 per person (rail ticket) Suitable for […]
£4.80
-
Comprehensive series of FREE practical workshops exploring the many forms of seasonal plant propagation and growth, along with methods of display and sale. This course will grow a range of plants to be sold at the Green Backyard shop including herbaceous perennials, annual vegetables, herbs and flowering annuals. Final session on Wednesday 16th May at […]
-
Comprehensive series of workshops that looks at the use of culinary herbs in cooking, their growing conditions, properties and methods of propagation and sale. A final session is on the 16th May at 1.30pm - 4.30pm These sessions are part of the Green Backyard's 2018 Community Learning Programme, provided in partnership with City College Peterborough. […] |
3 events,
-
A series of practical workshops that will establish a working cutting garden at the Green Backyard. The course will look at the wide range of plants that can be grown as cut flowers, as well as exploring harvesting, sale and display. Further sessions follow on the 10th, 17th, 24th, and 31st May, all at 10am- […]
-
A series of workshops that will explore the therapeutic properties of plants, how to grow and propagate these and how to use them to make a range of therapeutic products for personal use or sale. The workshops will cover the safe identification and use of plants, trading considerations and marketing. Further sessions follow on the […]
-
Take the opportunity to hear Nightingales in the SSSI woodland at Glapthorn Cow Pastures. The wood is close to the parking area but it has uneven surfaces and rough grass paths that are muddy and slippery when wet. Please wear appropriate clothing and footwear. Meet at the parking space at Glapthorn Cow Pastures 1 mile […] |
0 events,
|
0 events,
|
0 events,
|
1 event,
-
A fun monthly outdoor parent and toddler group. Each session has a nature theme and will include a messy craft activity, time to explore the beautiful outdoors, story and song time. Suitable for children age 2+. Adults may bring up to two paying children. Accompanying siblings below the age of 2yrs may attend at no […]
£3
|
1 event,
-
FREE Tuesdays Till Two spring lunchtime concert season continues with another thrilling piano recital, featuring Irena Radić. Irena will be playing two contrasting sonatas: Beethoven's intricate and charming Pastoral Sonata, to be followed by Prokofiev's wild and dramatic Sonata no.6 in a programme full of relentless energy, breathtaking beauty, technical virtuosity and musical fireworks. The […] |
3 events,
-
Join David Cromack on a visit to this ancient woodland which has spectacular displays of bluebells. It should host a good number of birds in May. Meet in St Judith's Lane Sawtry PE28 5GR - Map Ref.: TL 169828. To reach the wood we shall follow a steep footpath alongside the allotments. Free event. Non-members […]
-
Comprehensive series of FREE practical workshops exploring the many forms of seasonal plant propagation and growth, along with methods of display and sale. This course will grow a range of plants to be sold at the Green Backyard shop including herbaceous perennials, annual vegetables, herbs and flowering annuals. Final session today Wednesday 16th May 10am-1pm […]
-
Comprehensive series of workshops that looks at the use of culinary herbs in cooking, their growing conditions, properties and methods of propagation and sale. This is the final session of the series of workshops. These sessions are part of the Green Backyard's 2018 Community Learning Programme, provided in partnership with City College Peterborough. All CLT […] |
2 events,
-
A series of practical workshops that will establish a working cutting garden at the Green Backyard. The course will look at the wide range of plants that can be grown as cut flowers, as well as exploring harvesting, sale and display. Further sessions follow on the 24th and 31st May, both at 10am- 1pm. These […]
-
A series of workshops that will explore the therapeutic properties of plants, how to grow and propagate these and how to use them to make a range of therapeutic products for personal use or sale. The workshops will cover the safe identification and use of plants, trading considerations and marketing. Further sessions follow on the […] |
0 events,
|
1 event,
-
Make stunning, fresh floral creations with seasonal blooms and foliage. Join Tracy Mathieson from Foxtail Lily, Oundle, to learn how to compose gorgeous, contemporary arrangements using a variety of locally grown ornamental and wild plants. We will explore how to work with the seasons to display the vivid variety of shape, colour and texture, with […]
£25
|
2 events,
-
Make a difference by helping the Rangers out in the Park. Children, couples, grandparents, friends - everybody welcome. All tools and training provided. You just need to bring along lots of enthusiasm. Free event and free car parking for all participants Suitable for everyone 5yrs old + - younger children welcome, however full participation may […]
-
Make a difference by helping the Rangers out in the Park. Children, couples, grandparents, friends - everybody welcome. All tools and training provided. You just need to bring along lots of enthusiasm. Free event and free car parking for all participants Suitable for everyone 5yrs old + - younger children welcome, however full participation may […] |
|
0 events,
|
2 events,
-
Tuesdays Till Two season of FREE spring lunchtime concert welcomes back Jonatan Bought who will play some wonderful music on two different instruments from the lute family, the theorbo and the archlute, in a programme featuring music by Robert de Visée and Giovanni Zamboni, two extraordinary musicians of the 17th and early 18th centuries. The […]
-
The Green Backyard and Red 7 Productions bring you this Peterborough screening of Ai Weiwei's stunning documentary on the global refugee crisis. "Human Flow", an epic film journey led by the internationally renowned artist Ai Weiwei, gives a powerful visual expression to this massive human migration. The documentary elucidates both the staggering scale of the […]
£8
|
1 event,
-
A series of practical sessions that teaches you how to care for and grow a range of houseplants, which are currently seeing a huge growth in popularity. Also covered will be the marketing, display and sale of these plants, including the use of social media and photography. Further sessions are being run on the 30th […] |
2 events,
-
A series of practical workshops that will establish a working cutting garden at the Green Backyard. The course will look at the wide range of plants that can be grown as cut flowers, as well as exploring harvesting, sale and display. The final session of this course takes place on the 31st May at 10am- […]
-
A series of workshops that will explore the therapeutic properties of plants, how to grow and propagate these and how to use them to make a range of therapeutic products for personal use or sale. The workshops will cover the safe identification and use of plants, trading considerations and marketing. Further sessions follow on the […] |
0 events,
|
1 event,
-
Visit to Rutland Water Nature Reserve led by Bob Titman. In May it should be possible to see 100 bird species around the reserve site with a guaranteed well over 50 species including the famous Rutland ospreys. Meet in the Egleton reserve carpark LE15 8BT. Non-members welcome. £4 per head to cover the Group Fee […]
£4
|
0 events,
|
2 events,
-
Fun nature inspired activities for children aged 7 - 11 yrs in the May half-term holiday. Learn how to build a shelter, light a fire, and use natural materials in woodland crafts. Different activities each day. Please bring lunch and drinks for the day. Parents do not stay with the children. Session: 9:30am - 3pm. Meet […]
£15
-
A fun monthly outdoor parent and toddler group. Each session has a nature theme and will include a messy craft activity, time to explore the beautiful outdoors, story and song time. Suitable for children age 2+. Adults may bring up to two paying children. Accompanying siblings below the age of 2yrs may attend at no […]
£3
|
5 events,
-
Fun nature inspired activities for children aged 7 - 11 yrs in the summer holidays. Learn how to build a shelter, light a fire, and use natural materials in woodland crafts. Different activities everyday. Please bring lunch and drinks for the day. Parents do not stay with the children. Session: 9:30am - 3pm. Meet at Ferry […]
£15
-
Bring your own teddy bear and join us on a bear hunt. There will be a craft session, followed by storytime and then a walk around Ferry Meadows to find Barney the Bear. For children 3yrs+ - younger siblings may attend but must have a booked place if they take part. Meet at Ferry Meadows […]
£4
-
This Tuesdays Till Two spring lunchtime concert welcomes back two performers from summer 2017: coloratura soprano Shiona Cormack and pianist Kate Wishart in a programme titled "Let the Bright Seraphim" featuring arias from oratorios, including music by Handel, Mozart, and Michael Tippett. The concert will begin promptly at 1pm and end at 1.45pm. Admission is […]
-
Explore the amazing world of trees and what makes them so special . Refreshments on sale. Booking recommended on 01487 815524 or at [email protected] Charge: £3:00 per person or £10:00 per four people. Wheelchair users and those with limited mobility please contact the organiser, Diana Spencer, in advance on the above number. Meet at Ramsey […]
£3
-
Bring your own teddy bear and join us on a bear hunt. There will be a craft session, followed by storytime and then a walk around Ferry Meadows to find Barney the Bear. Suitable for aged 3yrs+ - younger siblings may attend but must have a booked place if they wish to take part. We […]
£4
|
3 events,
-
Fun nature inspired activities for children aged 7 - 11 yrs in the summer holidays. Learn how to build a shelter, light a fire, and use natural materials in woodland crafts. Different activities everyday. Please bring lunch and drinks for the day. Parents do not stay with the children. Session: 9:30am - 3pm. Meet at Ferry […]
£15
-
A series of practical sessions that teaches you how to care for and grow a range of houseplants, which are currently seeing a huge growth in popularity. Also covered will be the marketing, display and sale of these plants, including the use of social media and photography. Further sessions are being run on the 6th, […]
-
Children and adults are welcome to come and join in some seasonal and wild crafts. This is a Drop in event, no booking required, just come along Cost: £1:00 per child to be paid on the day. Session runs from 10am to 2pm. Meet at the Discovery Den, Ferry Meadows PE2 5UU Phone 01733 234193 […]
£1
|
8 events,
-
Fun nature inspired activities for children aged 7 - 11 yrs in the summer holidays. Learn how to build a shelter, light a fire, and use natural materials in woodland crafts. Different activities everyday. Please bring lunch and drinks for the day. Parents do not stay with the children. Session: 9:30am - 3pm. Meet at Ferry […]
£15
-
A series of practical workshops that will establish a working cutting garden at the Green Backyard. The course will look at the wide range of plants that can be grown as cut flowers, as well as exploring harvesting, sale and display. The final session of this course runs from 10am-1pm. These sessions are part of […]
-
Join Ranger Chris Rollason for a short walk discovering the small mammals that live in the Park. We will hopefully get to see Voles, Mice and Shrews as well as talk about their habitat, diet and identifying features. Free event - suggested £2 per person donation appreciated. Suitable for ages: 3yrs+. Children must be accompanied […]
-
Find out what lives in and around Ferry Meadows. Together with Wildlife Trust BCN and other conservation organisations, we will be looking a little closer at the wildlife around us. PECT will be here with a tree for you to take home and plant. The Hawk and Owl Trust will be finding out what small […]
-
As part of Wildlife Day, join volunteer Howard on a bird walk to count as many different birds as you can in 45 minutes Who will see the most birds, the rarest or the most of one species? You will also learn how to identify different species. Go back to the Discovery Den afterwards to […] |
1 event,
-
Fun nature inspired activities for children aged 7 - 11 yrs in the summer holidays. Learn how to build a shelter, light a fire, and use natural materials in woodland crafts. Different activities everyday. Please bring lunch and drinks for the day. Parents do not stay with the children. Session: 9:30am - 3pm. Meet at Ferry […]
£15
|
3 events,
-
Learn how to use a selection of tools including Loppers and Gimlets to turn Elder sticks into crafts such as beads, jewellery and many more! Suitable for ages 7+ Meet at the Lakeside Car Park, Ferry Meadows. Cost:£5:00 per participant. Book your place(s) at https://www.nenepark.org.uk/events/bushcraft-skills-elder-crafts-168 Phone 01733 234193 for further information or directions. A Nene […]
£5
-
Do you yearn to get your garden blooming, or get digging on an allotment, but don’t know your prunus from your peonies? Spend the morning with professional horticulturist and allotment lover Gareth Richards as you explore the Green Backyard gardens, learn the basics of plant ID and pick up a wheelbarrow load of tips to […]
£25
-
Learn how to use a selection of tools including Loppers and Gimlets to turn Elder sticks into crafts such as beads, jewellery and many more! Suitable for ages 7+ Meet at the Lakeside Car Park, Ferry Meadows. Cost:£5:00 per participant. Book your place(s) at https://www.nenepark.org.uk/events/bushcraft-skills-elder-crafts Phone 01733 234193 for further information or directions. A Nene Park […]
£5
|
1 event,
-
Join us for our annual community picnic as part of The Big Lunch ! (more information at https://www.edenprojectcommunities.com/thebiglunchhomepage) Bring a dish to share, a blanket or chair to sit on, and enjoy a feast of flavours, colours and cultures. Please list ingredients in your dishes - it is really helpful for people with allergies. As usual […] |