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April brings our first new performer of the year to 'Tuesdays Till Two': Adam Heron, an award-winning pianist of Nigerian-Filipino descent and a category finalist of BBC Young Musician 2018. He will be playing a demanding programme of music by Bach and Schubert. As ever St John's will be open for an hour before the […]
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'Variety is the Spice of Life' Wednesday 3rd April 2019 9.30am - 6pm Speakers from Peterborough, Denmark, France and Iceland plus other parts of the UK will feature in the first TEDxPeterborough on Wednesday 3rd April 2019. Part of the global TED brand, TEDxPeterborough is being run by a team of volunteers in the spirit […]
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Piccolo's Windy Morning Thursday 4th April 2019 10.30am - 11.30am For our April Piccolo we're delighted to welcome not just one, but two first time performers for what promises to be a very special Piccolo. Our musicians will be Elliott Howley (French Horn) and Hannah Condliffe (Oboe) and as well as playing their own instruments […]
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Easter Holiday Trail (Ferry Meadows) Saturday 6th April 2019 10am - 3.30pm Collect a trail sheet from the Visitor Centre and then hunt for clues as you walk around Ferry Meadows. Return to the Visitor Centre to claim your prize. Available every day during the school holidays 10am - 3:30pm £1 per sheet. No need […]
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Climbing Wall Saturday 6th April 10.30am - 4.30pm Ferry Meadows - Nene Outdoors The team from Nene Outdoors will be getting our climbing wall out during the school holidays for all visitors to have a go. We will be outside Nene Outdoors/Lakeside Kitchen and Bar from Saturday 6th April to Sunday 14th April and again […]
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Come along to our Family Day Litter Pick in Orton Goldhay! Family Voice, Peterborough City Council, Neighbourhood Watch and your local councillors invite you to join them at Goldhay Community Centre, 105 Paynels , Peterborough PE2 5QP. Litter pick starts at 10:30am. Free lunch will be provided at approx.12:30pm for those who have notified us […] |
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Thorpe Gate RiverCare Litter Pick Sunday 7th April 10am-12noon Our next Litter Pick is on Sunday 7th April 10am -12noon. All are welcome. All equipment is provided. Please wear sturdy shoes. We will have two groups: One will start from the river bank near the town bridge (town side), by the steps at the back […] |
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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. There are two Nature Tots sessions each month, with the second session being a repeat of the first one, so you will only need […]
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Froglife - Dragon Fun Day Tuesday 9th April 2019 (Discovery Den - Ferry Meadows) Hop over to the Discovery Den between 10:30am and 3:30pm for Easter Holiday Fun with the Froglife Dragon Finders! Amphibian and reptile themed quiz, information and crafts for all the family No need to book! FREE event thanks to the Heritage […]
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Kate Risdon (flute) and Fergus Black (piano) Tuesday 9th April 2019 1pm - 1.45pm For our last Tuesdays till Two lunchtime concert before the Easter break we are delighted to welcome back flutist Kate Risdon, accompanied on piano by Fergus Black. They will be playing music from Russia (Prokofiev), and Georgia (Taktakishvili). As ever St […]
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Froglife - Wildlife Workshop Tuesday 9th April 2019 2pm - 3pm (Discovery Den - Ferry Meadows) Book onto this fun one hour workshop to learn about amphibians, reptiles and how to make your green space more attractive to wildlife! Please book using the link below to secure your place – there are only 28 spots […] |
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Bringing Nature Closer with Chris Park Wednesday 10th April 2019 9.30am - 11am Find out about the biggest and most exciting project in Ferry Meadows: Bringing Nature Closer is just what it says, allowing visitors to see wading and migratory birds up close. Join Chris Park of the project development team for a walk around […]
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Wild Wednesday: Discovery Den - Ferry Meadows Wednesday 10th April 2019 10am - 2pm 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 per child per craft made, paid on the day. Wednesday 10th April […]
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Stick Man Story Time and Activity Trails (Green Backyard) Wednesday 10th April 2019 11am - 4.30pm This Easter break join GBY co-founder Renny for a group Stick Man story time session, then follow him as he leads the group through the trail activities to help Stick Man find his way back to the family tree! […]
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We're Going on a Bear Hunt Thursday 11th April 2019 10.30am - 12 noon Bring your own Teddy Bear and join us on a bear hunt. There will be a craft session, followed by story time and then a walk around Ferry Meadows to find Barney the Bear. Suitable for 3 yrs+ (younger siblings may attend […]
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Little Diggers Easter Gardening Club (Green Backyard) Thursday 11th April 2019 11am - 12.30pm Get your little ones growing this Easter with our new family gardening club at the Green Backyard. Our resident expert will guide you through a range of seasonal springtime activities, helping you learn about what is growing in the garden, what […]
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We’re Going on a Bear Hunt Thursday 11th April 2019 1.30pm - 3pm Bring your own Teddy Bear and join us on a bear hunt. There will be a craft session, followed by story time and then a walk around Ferry Meadows to find Barney the Bear. Suitable for 3 yrs+ (younger siblings may attend but […]
£5.50
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Kids Easter Willow Craft Workshop (Green Backyard) Thursday 11th April 2019 1.30pm - 3pm This Easter get creative using willow, a beautiful and sustainable natural material grown right here at the GBY. Using a combination of our own willow and buff/stripped willow (which is easier for little hands to use), kids can learn to make […]
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Bushcraft Skills: Elder Crafts Saturday 13th April 2019 10.30am - 12 noon Join one of our Forest School leaders to learn how to use tools to turn Elder sticks into a variety of crafts. Learn how to use a selection of tools including loppers and gimlets to turn Elder sticks into crafts such as beads, […]
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Bushcraft Skills: Elder Crafts Saturday 13th April 2019 1.30pm - 3pm Join one of our Forest School leaders to learn how to use tools to turn Elder sticks into a variety of crafts. Learn how to use a selection of tools including loppers and gimlets to turn Elder sticks into crafts such as beads, jewellery […] |
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Stainer's Crucifixion 'Come-and-Sing' performance Sunday 14th April 2019 6.30pm - 8.30pm St John's annual 'Come-and-Sing' performance of Stainer's Crucifixion, with soloists Leslie Crowson and Simon Nurser, accompanied by Stephen Barber on the organ. The choir is directed by Elizabeth Arkell, our director of music. This special performance begins at 6:30pm. If you would like to […] |
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Pond Dipping (Ferry Meadows) Monday 15th April 2019 12noon - 3pm Join our Education Team to find out who calls the lakes of Ferry Meadows home. This is a Drop-in event, so no need to book. Find us from 12noon to 3pm, on the corner of Lynch Lake, nearest the Visitor Centre. Suitable for everyone […] |
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Climbing Wall Tuesday 16th April 10.30am - 4.30pm Ferry Meadows - Nene Outdoors The team from Nene Outdoors will be getting our climbing wall out during the school holidays for all visitors to have a go. We will be outside Nene Outdoors/Lakeside Kitchen and Bar from Tuesday 16th April to Monday 22nd April 2019 . Are […]
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Wild Wednesday: Discovery Den – Ferry Meadows Wednesday 17th April 2019 10am – 2pm 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 per child per craft made, paid on the day. Wednesday 17th April […]
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Wednesday 17 April 2019 10:30am-12pm Learn how to identify birds and their songs. Join our knowledgeable staff and volunteers for this child-friendly introduction to bird watching in the Nene Wetlands. Binoculars will be available to borrow free of charge for the duration of the walk. Please wear suitable outdoor clothing. Cost: £5 for adults, £3 […]
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Stick Man Story Time and Activity Trails (Green Backyard) Wednesday 17th April 2019 11am - 12:30pm This Easter break join GBY co-founder Renny for a group Stick Man story time session, then follow him as he leads the group through the trail activities to help Stick Man find his way back to the family tree! […]
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Kids Easter Willow Craft Workshop (Green Backyard) Wednesday 17th April 2019 1.30pm – 3pm This Easter get creative using willow, a beautiful and sustainable natural material grown right here at the GBY. Using a combination of our own willow and buff/stripped willow (which is easier for little hands to use), kids can learn to make […]
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Thursday 18th April 2019 10.30am - 12noon Look for pond creatures and insects in our Education area. Join our knowledgeable staff and volunteers, have a go at pond dipping and bug hunting and find out more about the invertebrates that call the Nene Wetlands home. The session lasts for approximately 90 minutes. Cost: £5 per […]
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Stick Man Story Time and Activity Trail (Green Backyard) Thursday 18th April 2019 1.30pm – 3pm This Easter break join GBY co-founder Renny for a group Stick Man story time session, then follow him as he leads the group through the trail activities to help Stick Man find his way back to the family tree! […]
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Saturday 20th April 2019 11am - 12.30pm Come and discover spring wildlife at Lattersey Local Nature Reserve. Enjoy Lattersey in its spring finery, with a spring-themed trail and activities. Suitable for families. Dogs may be brought on a lead. Cost: £2 adults, £1 children Booking: contact Rachel Price on 07734 478466 or at [email protected] and for further […]
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Come along to our Family Day Litter Pick in Orton Goldhay! Family Voice, Peterborough City Council, Neighbourhood Watch and your local councillors invite you to join them at Goldhay Community Centre, 105 Paynels, Peterborough PE2 5QP. Litter pick starts at 11:30am. Free lunch will be provided at approx.1:30pm for those who have notified us of […]
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Saturday 20th April 2019 1.30pm - 4.30pm A free 6 week course on growing and harvesting cut flowers, where we will look at the wide range of plants that can be grown as cut flowers, as well as exploring harvesting, and display. Each week we'll be looking at different plants, how to grow and display […] |
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Sunday 21st April 2019 1.30pm - 4.30pm A free 6 week course on culinary herbs, where we will be looking at herbs in cooking, their properties and uses, and how to grow and propagate them at home. Each week we'll be looking at different herbs, how to grow them and trying out delicious recipes! […] |
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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. This is the second Nature Tots session for April. Age: 2yrs+ Adults may bring up to two paying children. Accompanying siblings below the age […]
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Dawn Chorus Walk/Paddle (Nene Wetlands)Saturday 27th April 2019 6.15am-10am A Dawn Chorus Walk followed by an early morning paddle with canoes at the Nene Wetlands. Arrive at Rushden Lakes for 6.15am, and before you leave for your canoe trip you will be taken on a Dawn Chorus walk around the nature reserve with Wildlife Trust […]
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Composting at Home 27th April 2019 10am - 1pm A free 6 week course taking a comprehensive look at the skills and science behind successful home composting. We will look at a range of different composting techniques and blends to help you feed your garden Booking essential - sign up using the Survey Monkey link! […] |
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Family and Friends Volunteering Sunday 28th April 2019 10am -12noon Make a difference by helping the Rangers out in the Park and supporting the Moments with Trees project. Children, couples, grandparents, friends - everybody welcome. Suitable for: 5yrs old + Easy Access: Yes Restrictions: Younger children welcome, however full participation may not be possible. Advisory information: […]
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Family and Friends Volunteering Sunday 28th April 2019 1pm - 3pm. Make a difference by helping the Rangers out in the Park and supporting the Moments with Trees project. Children, couples, grandparents, friends – everybody welcome. Suitable for: 5yrs old + Easy Access: Yes Restrictions: Younger children welcome, however full participation may not be possible. Advisory […] |
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Join in the celebration at iiE East Region awards! Businesses are invited to join in a celebration of eco achievements at the annual East Region Investors in the Environment (iiE) Awards, which this year will be held at Allia Future Business Centre (PE2 8AN) on Tuesday 30th April, starting at 4.30pm. This event brings together […] |
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Lunchtime Running Session Wednesday 1st May 2019 12noon - 1pm Peterborough City Council's popular FREE lunchtime running sessions will make a return from May to July this year. The hour-long sessions overseen by a fully qualified England Athletics Endurance Coach will take place on Wednesdays 1st May until the 3rd July 12noon to 1pm. The […] |
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Members of the Yaxley community are meeting to carry out litter picking, with the aim of creating a litter-free neighbourhood. Everything you need will be provided but please come wearing sensible clothing/shoes for outdoor work.
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Come along to our Family Day Litter Pick in Orton Goldhay! Family Voice, Peterborough City Council, Neighbourhood Watch and your local councillors invite you to join them at Goldhay Community Centre, 105 Paynels, Peterborough PE2 5QP. Litter pick starts at 10:30am. Free lunch will be provided at approx.12:30pm for those who have notified us of […]
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Saturday 4th May 2019 12noon - 4pm Holi May Day is back! A cultural coming-together of the Hindu Holi Festival* famous for its colour throwing, and May Day, otherwise known as International Workers Day**. We will release more details of the event in due course but expect to see: - Holi colour throwing*** - Family […] |
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Sunday 5 May 2019 6am - 8.30am Join us on International Dawn Chorus Day and find out more about bird song and the bird life of the Nene Wetlands. Early morning is the best time to listen to bird song and what better day to rise with the lark than International Dawn Chorus Day? Our […]
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Discover Ferry Meadows Weekend Sunday 5th May 2019 11am - 4pm and Monday 6th May 2019 11am-4pm What does Ferry Meadows mean to you? Over this weekend: Sunday 5th May and Monday 6th May, you will have the opportunity to meet some of the regular groups and organisations that meet in the Park. Why not […]
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Helicopter rides - Discover Ferry Meadows Weekend Sunday 5th May 2019 11am - 6pm As part of our Discover Ferry Meadows weekend, Turweston Helicopters will be here on the Sunday providing helicopter rides. What better way to discover Ferry Meadows than from the skies above. Book a seat by visiting http://www.turwestonhelicopters.co.uk/events/discover-ferry-meadows Contact 01733 234193 for further […]
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Join the wardens and other experts for one of our regular Spring guided walks to see the bluebells and other wildlife and to learn about the management of the beautiful Brampton Wood reserve. The walk will take about two hours but shorter options are possible. The guides will probably offer more than one route so […] |