Volunteer day at a new outdoor learning site in Stannington
Come and spend some time outside at the beautiful new outdoor learning space, learn some new skills and help get it ready for school visits!
Volunteers are invited to try their hand at dry stone walling, tree identification and seed planting at this event on Wednesday 19th March, from 10.30am to 2.30pm.
Experts will be on hand to show you how, including a dry stone waller and a tree expert, who will lead tree identification walks.
There will be a mix of heavy and light duty work available, so all abilities catered for. Please note, this event is for adults (16+) only.
You are welcome to come for the whole event or just stay for an hour or two. Tickets are free, but donations towards covering costs for the event are welcome. Places are limited, so book your place today.
Prices
Free
Additional Information
This event is sponsored by the Sheffield Social Enterprise Network and is part of the Festival of Social Enterprise in Sheffield, a citywide celebration of innovative businesses and organisations that put people and the planet before profit.
Why? We have big plans for this new site, where we'll invite schools in areas of higher deprivation to take part in a programme of nature-based learning and activities for children that will create and enhance habitats for wildlife.
By taking part in our Green Kids project, children (and teaching staff) will learn skills to enjoy and support nature in new and exciting ways. Thank you to the land guardians Mark and Sarah for their support.
What you'll need:
Please wear suitable clothing for staying warm, and for possible wet weather. We strongly advise wearing sturdy, waterproof shoes such as walking boots or wellies. All equipment will be provided.
Refreshments provided will be hot and cold drinks, and biscuits. Please bring a reusable cup if you can, and a pack lunch if you're staying for the duration of the event.
Getting There:
The address is Townfield Head Farm, Stannington, Sheffield, S6 6GR Please use this Google maps link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/GmrYEU8LKQkfkvoc7 or What3Words: ///tables.veal.churn
There is limited parking on the site (enough for approximately 8 cars) so we please encourage you to car share. They will provide a shuttle from Malin Bridge tram car park, collecting at 10.30am, and returning at 2.30pm.
Please let the event organiser know if you need a lift from here.
By bus: The site is tricky to reach by the number 81 bus to Stannington - the nearest stop is Church Street with a 15-minute walk to the site from there.
Facilities and accessibility:
There are toilets on site. Please note, this event is taking place on farmland, so all participants are advised to be aware of the dangers this may bring and to keep to specified areas/paths. Some of the ground is uneven, and also wet and muddy, depending on the weather. The site is not currently wheelchair accessible (we hope to change this in the future). Some of the activities are heavy duty so we highly recommend you only partake to the extent of your capabilities. We want everyone to feel welcome at our events. If you have additional needs or anything that you'd like to discuss beforehand, please don't hesitate to get in touch. If you have any questions before you book, please email Anna@KidsPlantTrees.Org or call 07746 806034. They look forward to seeing you there! Anna and the team at Kids Plant Trees Kids Plant Trees is a not-for-profit organisation helping children and nature thrive together. Visit www.kidsplanttrees.org to find out more.