Tuesday 29th September 2020 11am - 5pm Pay and Play Archery sessions will run throughout the day, why not come down and have a go! No need to book, just come along, please arrive about 10 minutes before the start of your chosen session. You will find us on Coney Meadow close to the Ferry […]
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Wednesday Wander Woodwalton Fen Wednesday 30th September 2020 10.30am-12pm A guided walk around one of England's oldest nature reserves discovering wildlife, discussing the history and the future of the Great Fen. Join a member of the Great Fen team for a midweek wander around the beautiful Woodwalton Fen Nature Reserve, one of the oldest reserves […]
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4 events,iiE Awards 2020 - we're going virtual! 05/10/2020 - 08/10/2020 (Online events at 10am-11am and 4pm-5pm) This year’s Investors in the Environment (iiE) Awards will be bigger and better than ever before, with businesses invited from across the whole of the UK to celebrate organisations’ sustainability achievements. This year marks the 10th anniversary of the Awards, and to […]
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Nature Journaling at Paxton Pits Monday 5th October 2020 9:30am - 12:30pm Cultivate your curiosity and deepen your connection with the natural world at this guided event at Paxton Pits Nature Reserve with nature journal-keeper Sharon Williamson. Learn how to start and keep a nature journal on this outdoor workshop, with tips on drawing, writing […]
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Everything you need to know about reducing carbon: including offsetting, carbon neutrality and Net Zero - Investors in the Environment Monday 5th October 2020 10am - 11am This year marks the 10th anniversary of the Investors in the Environment (iiE) Awards, and to celebrate the occasion we are launching a full programme of free online events […]
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Water and the Green Recovery: Why water saving matters and how to communicate that in your business - iiE Free Online Event via Zoom Monday 5th October 2020 4pm-5pm This year marks the 10th anniversary of the Investors in the Environment (iiE) Awards, and to celebrate the occasion we are launching a full programme of free online […] |
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Tackling the problem of waste - iiE FREE online event Tuesday 6th October 2012 10am - 11am This year marks the 10th anniversary of the Investors in the Environment (iiE) Awards, and to celebrate the occasion we are launching a full programme of free online events for you and your team to join. We are planning […] |
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The challenge of climate change and nature loss: Thinking global, acting local for biodiversity and green spaces Wednesday 7th October 2020 10am -11am This year marks the 10th anniversary of the Investors in the Environment (iiE) Awards, and to celebrate the occasion we are launching a full programme of free online events for you and your […]
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Wednesday 7th October 2020 11:00am - 1:00pm If you love reading and wildlife, our Wildlife Book Club is for you! Books being discussed: Turning the Boat for Home by Richard Mabey The Eagle’s Way by Jim Crumley Free event but please get in touch with our Volunteer & Events Coordinator to let us know you're coming! […]
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Is your business looking forward? Social responsibility, impact, and the future of business iiE FREE Online Event Wednesday 7th October 2020 4pm - 5pm This year marks the 10th anniversary of the Investors in the Environment (iiE) Awards, and to celebrate the occasion we are launching a full programme of free online events for you and […] |
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Pick your own patch 1 hour & 1 bag can make all the difference. On the 10th October "Up The Garden Bath" are doing an Orton Autumn Clean up. We are organising community litter picks and attempting to clean up the area. We would like this to be an Orton wide event and are looking […] |
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The Future of British Farming Online Conference Thursday 15th October 2020 9.30am - 3.45pm Live Streaming Westminster Insight will be live streaming the Future of Farming Online Conference. Join key stakeholders for Westminster Insight's timely Future of Farming Online Conference to examine the policy landscape, the likely implications of COVID 19 and Brexit and the […]
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Guided Walk with Jeff Friday 16th October 2020 9:30am - 12:30pm Are you a Nature Reserve Novice? Would you like a little direction? Do you fancy a walk with like-minded people? Whatever your experience or motivation come along for a morning stroll to discover some amazing wildlife. We aim to have small intimate groups of around […]
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Willow Weaving Mushroom (1-day course) Saturday 17th October 2020 10:00am - 4:00pm Create your own mushroom willow sculptures to decorate your garden or conservatory! This course is suitable for ages 8 years + All materials will be provided. Refreshments and lunch are included. Booking at https://bookwhen.com/lrwtevents/e/ev-styt-20201017100000 Booking is essential for this popular course. Price: £50.00 per […]
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Wildlife Watch: West Kesteven Sunday 18th October 2020 10:00am - 12:00pm Join our West Kesteven Wildlife Watch group as they go on a fungi foray! Wildlife Watch is great for kids from around 6 to 14 years who want to find out more about wildlife and the natural environment. This month, join our West Kesteven group as […]
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Nene Park Autumn Festival Saturday 24 October 2020 - Sunday 1st November 2020 This October half-term, the Nene Park Autumn Festival returns to bring an exciting number of activities and events for all the family to enjoy. The festival programme, detailed below, will be running from Saturday 24 October to Sunday 1 November, with daily […]
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Virtual Guided Walk Saturday 24th October 2020 - Sunday 1st November 2020 8am - 5pm We may not be able to enjoy group guided walks at the moment, but we can still get out and enjoy the Park and some areas that you may not have visited before while learning a few facts. With our […]
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Charming Worms Saturday 24th October 2020 - Sunday 1st November 2020 10:00am - 3:30pm As the ground softens nicely we usually invite children to join us for our charming worms event. This year is a little different so we have put together an activity sheet for you to have a go at home. Find out more […]
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Wild Wednesday at Home Saturday 24th October 2020 - Sunday 1st November 2020 10am-5pm Although we can't have our usual Wild Wednesday in a busy Discovery Den, children and adults can still join in some seasonal and wild crafts at home. You can download the scarecrow printable resources from our website. The worksheet will be […]
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Make a Bat Box Saturday 24th October 2020 - Sunday 1st November 2020 10am - 5pm We can't get together to build homes for nature but you can still make a difference for the wildlife close to your home. Bat Box Kits will be available to purchase from the Visitor Centre at Ferry Meadows. Follow […]
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Eco Electric Boat Trip - Overton Lake Sunday 25th October 2020 10am - 3pm Enjoy a tranquil trip around Overton Lake this half term on our brand-new electrically-powered passenger boat. The 30 minute pre-bookable trips will depart daily from the Visitor Centre Jetty at 10am, 11am, 1pm, 2pm and 3pm and are available as group […]
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Art Event - Not in MY Gift Sunday 25th October, 2020 11:00am - 3.30pm Caroline Wendling will invite us to pause through a simple, comforting, communal and individual action - allowing participants to enjoy an increased awareness of the living world, connect and be more aware of our surroundings at Ferry Meadows. During lockdown we […] |
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Tree Hunt and Broomsticks Monday 26th October 2020 10am - 4pm Once again, the witch has lost her items in the trees. Find the trees, find the items and she'll reward you with your very own broom stick to fly away home on. Children will make their broom stick from the Park's wood resources. The […]
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Awesome Autumn Leaf Bunting Monday 26th October 2020 10:30am - 3:30pm Learn about the science behind autumn colours and create beautiful leaf bunting to take home! Learn more about the science of why leaves change colour in autumn, try your hand at leaf ID and then use a variety of collage techniques to create some […]
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Autumn Explorers - Family Fun at the Great Fen Tuesday 27th October 2020 - Wednesday 28th October 2020 10.30am-12pm and 1-2.30pm Discover the miniature world thriving this season at Ramsey Heights nature reserve. A fun family event with outdoor activities and crafts. It's the holidays so come back and join in the fun at the Great Fen! […]
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Tuesday 27th October 2020 10.30am-12.00pm and 1.30pm-3.00pm Explore and find out more about the creepy crawlies of the Nene Wetlands, both above and below the water! Our popular outdoor school holiday sessions are back! Come and join us in our designated education area on Tuesday over October half-term and see what amazing creatures you can […]
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Wednesday 28th October 2020 10:15am-3:30pm (45 minute sessions) Dissect owl pellets, learn about skulls and decorate a wooden mammal to take home! Dissect an owl pellet and see if you can identify real animal bones. Then decorate a wooden animal Halloween decoration to take home. Are you a member of the Wildlife Trust BCN? You […]
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Meeting Magical Mammals Thursday 29th October 2020 10am - 11am (Online Event) Join a ranger for a short virtual walk (via YouTube video) from the comfort of your own home, 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 […]
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Thursday 29th October 2020 10.30 am - 12.00pm OR 1pm-2:30pm Enjoy some forest fun with your children in our education area. Come and join us in our designated education area and reconnect with nature. Build dens, look for bugs, make potions, climb trees, go on a treasure hunt- the possibilities are endless! Our trained leaders […]
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Hungry Little Minds/Peterborough Reads Trail Thursday 29th October 2020 11am - 2.30pm Hungry Little Minds and Peterborough Reads have come up with an exciting trail around Ferry Meadows, and what’s even more exciting is that all children who enter will receive a FREE goodie bag and book to take home! Suitable for ages: 0-5yrs Location: Outside the […]
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Art Workshop - Colourful Ecosystems Thursday 29th October 2020 11am - 3.30pm As part of the national Big Draw Festival join us at Ferry Meadows to create Art-the-Park. Inspired by the work of Artist-in-residence Madhu Manipatruni, Rangoli patterns and the wildlife in Nene Park, budding artists will contribute to a large scale artwork using, sand, street chalks, […] |
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Modernising and Decarbonising Energy in the UK Forum (Live Streaming) Friday 30th October 2020 9:00am – 1.30pm Westminster Insight’s half-day forum will explore plans to achieve net-zero targets, discuss energy efficiency measures for buildings and review technologies that will accelerate the decarbonisation of the energy sector. We will also review the impact of Covid 19 […]
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Halloween Spooktacular Friday 30th October 2020 - walks start at 6pm, 7pm and 8pm. Join us for an evening of Halloween fun! Find out more about the nocturnal wildlife that lives on the nature reserve and learn how some of our most iconic species can be mistaken for ghosts and ghouls! Meet at the visitor centre […]
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42Words Artwork Exhibition Tuesday 1st September 2020 - Saturday 31st October 2020 8am - 6pm Last day of this FREE exhibition at Ferry Meadows and other locations. Come and discover our 42Words pop-up art exhibition which is on display in four locations across Nene Park - in Ferry Meadows around Centre Point, along the Bluebell Wood boardwalk, […]
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'Creatures of the Night' Halloween Trail Saturday 31st October 2020 - Sunday 1st November 2020 10am - 3.15pm See if you can spot the nocturnal animals hiding around Skew Bridge Lake and then collect a prize! Pick up a trail sheet from the Visitor Centre until Sunday 1st November, find the pictures around Skew Bridge Lake, identify […]
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Spooky Skulls Halloween Trail Sunday 1st November 2020 (last day) 10am - 3.15pm See if you can spot the nocturnal animals hiding around Skew Bridge Lake and then collect a prize! Pick up a trail sheet from the visitor centre throughout October half term, find the pictures around Skew Bridge Lake, identify them and collect a prize! […]
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