Bullhouse Mill – Balsam Bash
Join the Don Catchment Rivers Trust as we help to remove the invasive plant species Himalayan Balsam from the River Don at Bullhouse Mill.
When: Tuesday 7th July, 10am – 1pm
Where: We will be working along the River Don within the Bullhouse Mill area. There is free parking at the Mill itself and local buses stop on Lee Lane too. For parking, please follow the one way signs past the factory entrance to the crescent car park.
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What to expect: We will be working along banks of the River Don, pulling up Himalayan Balsam and leaving it in piles once we have snaped or crushed it below the bottom node. There are no public footpaths as we will be on private land. Therefore, paths are unpaved and mostly on grassland and rocky river banks. There are toilets we will have access to in the factory. We will have a break at for refreshments and biscuits, provided by DCRT.
What to bring: We provide all of the equipment on the day however please wear suitable clothing for outdoor work including sturdy shoes or boots and long trousers. Even if it is warm weather, it is advisable to cover up to protect against spiky plants and stings. We can provide wellingtons to borrow on the day but please let us know in advance by emailing [email protected] to ensure we have your size.
Joining us? All are welcome however not all of our sites are completely accessible to all, please check the access advice below. Please let us know if you are coming as a new volunteer so we can plan accordingly by emailing [email protected] or contacting project volunteer officer Charlotte Landry-Jennings 07561588275.
