Tasks: natural flood management – leaky dams

Timing: 10am – 3pm

The day will involve tasks such as leaky dam installation, maintenance and repairs. The leaky dams of various shapes and sizes help to slow the flow of storm waters contributing to a wider programme of interventions that aim to reduce flood risk in the area. The day will involve activities such as moving logs with lifting aids, sawing, digging, post bashing, and clearing debris that has built up behind the dams. It is quite physical work so please do join us if you like getting your hands dirty and having a good work out! All abilities welcome but please do contact us if you have any concerns and would like further info. Long sleeves, trousers and waterproofs are recommended. All other equipment will be provided.

There are a limited number of spaces available so you will need to book on to sessions in advance.

Please register through this ticket link – https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/newfield-spring-woods-volunteer-day-nfm-registration-435633731217

If you have any queries about the day, email us at [email protected].

Join the Friends of the Don Valley Way as we litter pick along the footpaths of the River Don at Meadow Way in Swinton.

On the day we will be meeting at 10am and finishing at 1pm. We will complete a risk assessment on the day to ensure the safety of all volunteers. We will be stopping half way through for a tea break. On the day you will need to bring appropriate outdoor clothing and sturdy footwear. We can provide wellingtons and waders however we won’t be able to provide footwear for every volunteer.

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We will be following all Government guidelines in relation to COVID 19 at the time of the event.

Help us sow the meadows of Grassmoor Country park!
We’ll be sowing meadow seed onto the newly created features in the park that will help slow the flow of storm waters into the river network and diversify the wildlife habitat within the park.

When: Saturday 22nd October, 10am-1pm

Where: Grassmoor Country Park, meeting in the south car park off Birkin Lane, S42 5DA (parking is free)
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What to bring: Walking boots or wellies that you don’t mind getting a bit muddy! 

Joining us? All welcome! Please let us know if you’ll be coming so we can plan accordingly – email [email protected]. If heavy rain is forecast during or after sowing, we may need to postpone the event so please keep an eye on our social media if the weather is looking dodgy! We will also email you if we need to postpone if you’ve been in touch to let us know you’re coming.