March brings many opportunities to take part in sustainable activities. There is so much to look forward to in spring! The Great British Spring Clean and Great Big School Clean 2025 returns from 21st March – 6th April 2025. Look out for local litter picks or just take a small bag and pair of gloves […]
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At last, what feels like the longest month of the year is over and we can look forward and “Show The Love” in February: www.theclimatecoalition.org/show-the-love It’s run by the Climate Coalition for the whole of February helping you take action to protect the people and places you love. Share your story and and craft a
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When it comes to making your New Year resolutions, here’s a list of ideas to help you along. Pick one, some or all and stick to the plan! Shop Local: For all manner of food and home items, pop to the shops on foot and pick up a few necessary items instead of driving out
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There’s no escaping it, but it’s THAT time of year again! Time to dig out the decorations, sort out the Secret Santa and dial down the consumerism. Here’s an idea to make it fun and sustainable… STRINSEL! Who needs tacky, metallic plastic tinsel when you can create Strinsel? Originally utilising string, this version uses
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Celebrate this November with a Tree Party! National Tree Week runs from the 23rd to 1st December. Get your family and friends together to plant an indigenous tree or two, prune the ones you already have, hang their branches with autumnal bunting and lanterns and enjoy hot drinks and a wholesome al fresco meal. For
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We hope you’re enjoying/enjoyed the Sustain-Ability Fair as part of the Royston Arts Festival on Saturday 28th September at Priory Memorial Gardens, Royston. Here are some ideas for how to continue living sustainably… LOG YOUR HOG! As those hedgies start trundling around our gardens they can be recorded on Hedgehog Street at: www.bighedgehogmap.org Take care
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Royston Town Council is delighted to launch this award to recognise the contributions of an individual or group whose actions have gone above and beyond to positively impact the local environment by helping to reduce CO2 emissions, reduce/recycle more waste, or to increase biodiversity. This could be through conservation projects, green initiatives, fundraising, or awareness
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The highlight of the year for Royston Environmental Group is the Sustain-Ability Fair as part of the Royston Arts Festival on Saturday, 28th September 2024. Confirmed are several local organisations and businesses who will be happy to chat with you, giving practical help, advice and solutions to sustainable living issues. We all want to make
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Sustainable Shepreth was initiated in 2023 by village residents passionate about finding ways to address the effects of climate change and the loss of biodiversity in their community. Our constitution states that “Sustainable Shepreth is committed to work in a collective way to transition our community to a form of sustainability that benefits everyone and
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Thursday, 1st August is Cycle to Work Day – 25 years young it was originally introduced in 1999, aimed to encourage healthier commuting and reduce environmental pollution. Cycling, like any exercise, promotes good physical and mental health, releasing all that wonderful dopamine! National Allotments Week falls from the 12th to 18th August this year – Look out
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It’s Plastic Free July! Even with new legislation, there is still a lot of single use plastic about… Plastic Free July www.plasticfreejuly.org encourages us to make changes in our everyday plastic use. There’s a useful quiz that offers alternatives to our usual shopping habits. Invite your friends and family to a Plastic Free Picnic. Don’t
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June news from Royston Environmental Group… Throughout June the Wildlife Trust is running Thirty Days Wild a whole month dedicated to exploring the wonders of nature. Spend a little time every day to explore your surroundings. Nature is everywhere! Sign up for a #30DaysWild pack and join in the fun – www.wildlifetrusts.org/30dayswild The Great Big Green
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