Programme: November 2018 - March 2019
November 2018
Sunday, 4th November
Clayfield Copse, Caversham
Regular monthly task - Clearance with bonfire
10:00 - 13:00
Meeting Point: Car Park, Caversham Park Road
Map: Google Map Ref: SU725767 Nearest Postcode: RG4 6AA Site Information LNR Risk Assessment
General Information and Contacts
Friends of Clayfield Copse tasks
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Tasks held on 1st Sunday of the month throughout the year.
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Meet Caversham Park Road Car Park at 10:00am
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Wear clothing and footwear suitable of outdoor work. Gloves together with tea and coffee provided.
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No previous experience necessary, training will be given and tools supplied.
-
Tasks normally finish by 1:00pm.
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Contacts:
Anne Latto on (0118) 948 4454
Email clayfield@econetreading.org.uk
Next task/event at this site is on 2nd December
Econet/Friends of Clayfield Copse activity
Wednesday, 7th November
Paices Wood Country Park, Aldermaston
Scrub clearance
10:00 - 15:00
Meeting Point: Top Car Park
Map: Google Map Ref: SU586638 Nearest Postcode: RG7 4PW Site Information Risk Assessment
Directions: The site entrance is off the A340 south of Aldermaston, near Youngs Industrial Estate. Follow signs to Top Car Park.
General Information and Contacts
CROW (Conserve Reading on Wednesdays)
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Meet Prospect Park Car Park (off Liebenrood Road) at 9:30am [Map]
or on site at 10:00am, unless stated otherwise.
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Lifts may be available from Prospect Park but please check as space is limited, contact details below.
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Wear clothing and footwear suitable of outdoor work. Gloves together with tea and coffee provided.
-
No previous experience necessary, training will be given and tools supplied.
-
Tasks normally finish about 3:00pm, see below.
-
Tasks and meeting arrangements may change especially in adverse weather. We will always try to notify any change via the website or email. If in doubt please check,
contact details below.
-
Contacts:
John on (0118) 375 1756 or 07757 001 159
Alan on 07732 223 006
Email info@econetreading.org.uk
-
Note: If you need to leave before the end of the task, e.g. you are only available in the morning, that is not a problem providing you have your own transport.
Similarly we do not expect you to come every week, we will be happy to see you whenever you are able to join us.
Next task/event at this site is on 28th November
Econet/CROW (Conserve Reading on Wednesdays) activity
Wednesday, 14th November
Decoy Heath, Silchester
Scrub clearance
10:00 - 15:00
Meeting Point: Car Park
Map: Google Map Ref: SU613634 Nearest Postcode: RG7 2PF Site Information Risk Assessment
Directions: Travelling west from Padworth Common, after half mile turn left at roundabout to The Soke. After 200m, immediately before bend, turn right into car park.
Wellies recommended.
General Information and Contacts
CROW (Conserve Reading on Wednesdays)
-
Meet Prospect Park Car Park (off Liebenrood Road) at 9:30am [Map]
or on site at 10:00am, unless stated otherwise.
-
Lifts may be available from Prospect Park but please check as space is limited, contact details below.
-
Wear clothing and footwear suitable of outdoor work. Gloves together with tea and coffee provided.
-
No previous experience necessary, training will be given and tools supplied.
-
Tasks normally finish about 3:00pm, see below.
-
Tasks and meeting arrangements may change especially in adverse weather. We will always try to notify any change via the website or email. If in doubt please check,
contact details below.
-
Contacts:
John on (0118) 375 1756 or 07757 001 159
Alan on 07732 223 006
Email info@econetreading.org.uk
-
Note: If you need to leave before the end of the task, e.g. you are only available in the morning, that is not a problem providing you have your own transport.
Similarly we do not expect you to come every week, we will be happy to see you whenever you are able to join us.
Econet/CROW (Conserve Reading on Wednesdays) activity
Saturday, 17th November
Mapledurham Playing Fields
Regular monthly task
9:30 - 13:00
Meeting Point: Community Orchard
Map: Google Map Ref: SU700755 Nearest Postcode: RG4 7DS Site Information Risk Assessment
Directions: The community orchard is located near the Chazey Road entrance (which is immediately to the right as you enter Chazey Road from St Peter's Avenue).
General Information and Contacts
Friends of Mapledurham Playing Fields
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Tasks generally held on 3rd Saturday of the month from September to April.
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Meet in the community orchard at 9:30am.
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Wear clothing and footwear suitable of outdoor work. Gloves together with tea and coffee provided.
-
No previous experience necessary, training will be given and tools supplied.
-
Tasks normally finish by 1:00pm.
- Contacts:
Steve Ayers (0118) 947 3294 or 07777 681 362
Email mapledurham@econetreading.org.uk
Next task/event at this site is on 15th December
Econet/Friends of Mapledurham Playing Felds activity
Waterloo Meadows
Regular monthly task - Hedgelaying
10:00 - 13:00
Meeting Point: Katesgrove Children's Centre
Map: Google Map Ref: SU714722 Nearest Postcode: RG2 0BN Site Information Risk Assessment
Change to previously advertised information.
General Information and Contacts
Friends of Waterloo Meadows
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Monthly tasks held throughout the year generally on either the 3rd or 4th Saturday of the month except in March when the task may be on the Saturday of the
RESCUE event. These tasks are normally from 10:00 to 13:00.
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During the spring and summer there may also be weekday evening tasks, generally fortnightly on Wednesday from 18:45 to 20:30.
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Meet Katesgrove Children's Centre. While we always endeavour to meet at the stated time, please allow 10 minutes for lateness.
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Wear clothing and footwear suitable of outdoor work. Gloves provided, please bring a drink.
-
No previous experience necessary, training will be given and tools supplied.
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Contacts:
Mike Cox (0118) 986 1544
Email waterloo@econetreading.org.uk
Next task/event at this site is on 19th January
Econet/Friends of Waterloo Meadows activity
Wednesday, 21st November
Rushall Farm, Bradfield
Coppicing
10:00 - 15:00
Meeting Point: Black Barn, Rushall Manor Farm
Map: Google Map Ref: SU583723 Nearest Postcode: RG7 6DL Site Information Risk Assessment
Directions: The Black Barn, Rushall Manor Farm is situated off Back Lane between Stanford Dingley and Bradfield; take the gravel track north off Back Lane to the west of Scratchface Lane.
Obtaining materials for hedgelaying.
General Information and Contacts
CROW (Conserve Reading on Wednesdays)
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Meet Prospect Park Car Park (off Liebenrood Road) at 9:30am [Map]
or on site at 10:00am, unless stated otherwise.
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Lifts may be available from Prospect Park but please check as space is limited, contact details below.
-
Wear clothing and footwear suitable of outdoor work. Gloves together with tea and coffee provided.
-
No previous experience necessary, training will be given and tools supplied.
-
Tasks normally finish about 3:00pm, see below.
-
Tasks and meeting arrangements may change especially in adverse weather. We will always try to notify any change via the website or email. If in doubt please check,
contact details below.
-
Contacts:
John on (0118) 375 1756 or 07757 001 159
Alan on 07732 223 006
Email info@econetreading.org.uk
-
Note: If you need to leave before the end of the task, e.g. you are only available in the morning, that is not a problem providing you have your own transport.
Similarly we do not expect you to come every week, we will be happy to see you whenever you are able to join us.
Econet/CROW (Conserve Reading on Wednesdays) activity
Sunday, 25th November
McIlroy Park, Tilehurst
Regular monthly task
10:00 - 13:00
Meeting Point: "The Bench"
Map: Google Map Ref: SU678742 Nearest Postcode: RG30 6XJ Site Information LNR Risk Assessment
Directions: Meet at the bench overlooking Thirlmere Avenue towards the centre of the grassland area. Do not use the Tyler's Rest car park as you will be charged.
Please call Chris on (0118) 941 7818 if you intend joining this task so we can insure there are sufficient tools and if you are unfamiliar with the site, arrange for you to be met.
General Information and Contacts
Friends of McIlroy Park
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Tasks held on 4th Sunday of each month except August and December.
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Meet at the bench overlooking Thirlmere Avenue towards the centre of the grassland area at 10:00am.
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Wear clothing and footwear suitable of outdoor work. Gloves provided, please bring a drink.
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No previous experience necessary, training will be given and tools supplied.
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Tasks normally finish by 1:00pm.
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Contacts:
Chris Cliburn (0118) 941 7818
Email mcilroy@econetreading.org.uk
Next task/event at this site is on 27th January
Econet/Friends of McIlroy Park activity
Wednesday, 28th November
Paices Wood Country Park, Aldermaston
Felling and burning
10:00 - 15:00
Meeting Point: Top Car Park
Map: Google Map Ref: SU586638 Nearest Postcode: RG7 4PW Site Information Risk Assessment
Directions: The site entrance is off the A340 south of Aldermaston, near Youngs Industrial Estate. Follow signs to Top Car Park.
We'll continue creating the bay at the edge of an area of willow which we started on our last visit to improve the area's diversity.
General Information and Contacts
CROW (Conserve Reading on Wednesdays)
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Meet Prospect Park Car Park (off Liebenrood Road) at 9:30am [Map]
or on site at 10:00am, unless stated otherwise.
-
Lifts may be available from Prospect Park but please check as space is limited, contact details below.
-
Wear clothing and footwear suitable of outdoor work. Gloves together with tea and coffee provided.
-
No previous experience necessary, training will be given and tools supplied.
-
Tasks normally finish about 3:00pm, see below.
-
Tasks and meeting arrangements may change especially in adverse weather. We will always try to notify any change via the website or email. If in doubt please check,
contact details below.
-
Contacts:
John on (0118) 375 1756 or 07757 001 159
Alan on 07732 223 006
Email info@econetreading.org.uk
-
Note: If you need to leave before the end of the task, e.g. you are only available in the morning, that is not a problem providing you have your own transport.
Similarly we do not expect you to come every week, we will be happy to see you whenever you are able to join us.
Econet/CROW (Conserve Reading on Wednesdays) activity
Programme: December 2018 - March 2019
December 2018
Sunday, 2nd December
Clayfield Copse, Caversham
Regular monthly task - Tree Walk
10:00 - 13:00
Meeting Point: Car Park, Caversham Park Road
Map: Google Map Ref: SU725767 Nearest Postcode: RG4 6AA Site Information LNR Risk Assessment
Identifying trees in winter from the buds, bark and canopy structure.
General Information and Contacts
Friends of Clayfield Copse tasks
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Tasks held on 1st Sunday of the month throughout the year.
-
Meet Caversham Park Road Car Park at 10:00am
-
Wear clothing and footwear suitable of outdoor work. Gloves together with tea and coffee provided.
-
No previous experience necessary, training will be given and tools supplied.
-
Tasks normally finish by 1:00pm.
-
Contacts:
Anne Latto on (0118) 948 4454
Email clayfield@econetreading.org.uk
Next task/event at this site is on 6th January
Econet/Friends of Clayfield Copse activity
Wednesday, 5th December
Lavell's Lake, Hurst
Hedgelaying
10:00 - 15:00
Meeting Point: Sandford Lane Car Park
Map: Google Map Ref: SU786726 Nearest Postcode: RG10 0SU Site Information LNR Risk Assessment
Directions: Car park is opposite the entrance to the Activity Centre.
General Information and Contacts
CROW (Conserve Reading on Wednesdays)
-
Meet Prospect Park Car Park (off Liebenrood Road) at 9:30am [Map]
or on site at 10:00am, unless stated otherwise.
-
Lifts may be available from Prospect Park but please check as space is limited, contact details below.
-
Wear clothing and footwear suitable of outdoor work. Gloves together with tea and coffee provided.
-
No previous experience necessary, training will be given and tools supplied.
-
Tasks normally finish about 3:00pm, see below.
-
Tasks and meeting arrangements may change especially in adverse weather. We will always try to notify any change via the website or email. If in doubt please check,
contact details below.
-
Contacts:
John on (0118) 375 1756 or 07757 001 159
Alan on 07732 223 006
Email info@econetreading.org.uk
-
Note: If you need to leave before the end of the task, e.g. you are only available in the morning, that is not a problem providing you have your own transport.
Similarly we do not expect you to come every week, we will be happy to see you whenever you are able to join us.
Econet/CROW (Conserve Reading on Wednesdays) activity
Friday, 7th December
Site to be advised
Christmas Tree Harvest
10:00 - 14:00
Task not on usual task day. Change to usual task time.
General Information and Contacts
CROW (Conserve Reading on Wednesdays)
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Meet Prospect Park Car Park (off Liebenrood Road) at 9:30am [Map]
or on site at 10:00am, unless stated otherwise.
-
Lifts may be available from Prospect Park but please check as space is limited, contact details below.
-
Wear clothing and footwear suitable of outdoor work. Gloves together with tea and coffee provided.
-
No previous experience necessary, training will be given and tools supplied.
-
Tasks normally finish about 3:00pm, see below.
-
Tasks and meeting arrangements may change especially in adverse weather. We will always try to notify any change via the website or email. If in doubt please check,
contact details below.
-
Contacts:
John on (0118) 375 1756 or 07757 001 159
Alan on 07732 223 006
Email info@econetreading.org.uk
-
Note: If you need to leave before the end of the task, e.g. you are only available in the morning, that is not a problem providing you have your own transport.
Similarly we do not expect you to come every week, we will be happy to see you whenever you are able to join us.
Econet/CROW (Conserve Reading on Wednesdays) activity
Wednesday, 12th December
Wolf Conservation Trust, Beenham
Hedgelaying
10:00 - 15:00
Meeting Point: Car Park
Map: Google Map Ref: SU589692 Nearest Postcode: RG7 5ND Site Information Risk Assessment
Directions: Road leading to site is signed 'Butlers Farm'.
General Information and Contacts
CROW (Conserve Reading on Wednesdays)
-
Meet Prospect Park Car Park (off Liebenrood Road) at 9:30am [Map]
or on site at 10:00am, unless stated otherwise.
-
Lifts may be available from Prospect Park but please check as space is limited, contact details below.
-
Wear clothing and footwear suitable of outdoor work. Gloves together with tea and coffee provided.
-
No previous experience necessary, training will be given and tools supplied.
-
Tasks normally finish about 3:00pm, see below.
-
Tasks and meeting arrangements may change especially in adverse weather. We will always try to notify any change via the website or email. If in doubt please check,
contact details below.
-
Contacts:
John on (0118) 375 1756 or 07757 001 159
Alan on 07732 223 006
Email info@econetreading.org.uk
-
Note: If you need to leave before the end of the task, e.g. you are only available in the morning, that is not a problem providing you have your own transport.
Similarly we do not expect you to come every week, we will be happy to see you whenever you are able to join us.
Next task/event at this site is on 9th January
Econet/CROW (Conserve Reading on Wednesdays) activity
Saturday, 15th December
Mapledurham Playing Fields
Regular monthly task
9:30 - 13:00
Meeting Point: Community Orchard
Map: Google Map Ref: SU700755 Nearest Postcode: RG4 7DS Site Information Risk Assessment
Directions: The community orchard is located near the Chazey Road entrance (which is immediately to the right as you enter Chazey Road from St Peter's Avenue).
General Information and Contacts
Friends of Mapledurham Playing Fields
-
Tasks generally held on 3rd Saturday of the month from September to April.
-
Meet in the community orchard at 9:30am.
-
Wear clothing and footwear suitable of outdoor work. Gloves together with tea and coffee provided.
-
No previous experience necessary, training will be given and tools supplied.
-
Tasks normally finish by 1:00pm.
- Contacts:
Steve Ayers (0118) 947 3294 or 07777 681 362
Email mapledurham@econetreading.org.uk
Next task/event at this site is on 19th January
Econet/Friends of Mapledurham Playing Felds activity
Wednesday, 19th December
Hosehill Lake, Theale
Scrub clearance
10:00 - 15:00
Meeting Point: Fox and Hounds Car Park
Map: Google Map Ref: SU650697 Nearest Postcode: RG7 4BE Site Information LNR Risk Assessment
Directions: Meet at the site entrance opposite the Fox and Hounds public house. Parking in the pub car park.
General Information and Contacts
CROW (Conserve Reading on Wednesdays)
-
Meet Prospect Park Car Park (off Liebenrood Road) at 9:30am [Map]
or on site at 10:00am, unless stated otherwise.
-
Lifts may be available from Prospect Park but please check as space is limited, contact details below.
-
Wear clothing and footwear suitable of outdoor work. Gloves together with tea and coffee provided.
-
No previous experience necessary, training will be given and tools supplied.
-
Tasks normally finish about 3:00pm, see below.
-
Tasks and meeting arrangements may change especially in adverse weather. We will always try to notify any change via the website or email. If in doubt please check,
contact details below.
-
Contacts:
John on (0118) 375 1756 or 07757 001 159
Alan on 07732 223 006
Email info@econetreading.org.uk
-
Note: If you need to leave before the end of the task, e.g. you are only available in the morning, that is not a problem providing you have your own transport.
Similarly we do not expect you to come every week, we will be happy to see you whenever you are able to join us.
Next task/event at this site is on 30th January
Econet/CROW (Conserve Reading on Wednesdays) activity
Thursday, 27th December
Padworth Common
Scrub clearance
10:00 - 15:00
Meeting Point: Car Park, Rectory Road
Map: Google Map Ref: SU619647 Nearest Postcode: RG7 4JB Site Information LNR Risk Assessment
Directions: Car park is off Rectory Road near junction with Baughurst Road and Reading Road
Task not on usual task day. Wellies recommended.
We will joined for this task by members of the West Berkshire Countryside Society.
General Information and Contacts
CROW (Conserve Reading on Wednesdays)
-
Meet Prospect Park Car Park (off Liebenrood Road) at 9:30am [Map]
or on site at 10:00am, unless stated otherwise.
-
Lifts may be available from Prospect Park but please check as space is limited, contact details below.
-
Wear clothing and footwear suitable of outdoor work. Gloves together with tea and coffee provided.
-
No previous experience necessary, training will be given and tools supplied.
-
Tasks normally finish about 3:00pm, see below.
-
Tasks and meeting arrangements may change especially in adverse weather. We will always try to notify any change via the website or email. If in doubt please check,
contact details below.
-
Contacts:
John on (0118) 375 1756 or 07757 001 159
Alan on 07732 223 006
Email info@econetreading.org.uk
-
Note: If you need to leave before the end of the task, e.g. you are only available in the morning, that is not a problem providing you have your own transport.
Similarly we do not expect you to come every week, we will be happy to see you whenever you are able to join us.
Next task/event at this site is on 16th January
Econet/CROW (Conserve Reading on Wednesdays) activity
Programme: January 2019 - March 2019
January 2019
Wednesday, 2nd January
Kings Meadow
Willow harvest
10:00 - 15:00
Meeting Point: Napier Road
Map: Google Map Ref: SU723738 Nearest Postcode: RG1 8AB Site Information Risk Assessment
Directions: Meet at site entrance off Napier Road (the road leading to Tesco's) next to the 'blue' apartments.
General Information and Contacts
CROW (Conserve Reading on Wednesdays)
-
Meet Prospect Park Car Park (off Liebenrood Road) at 9:30am [Map]
or on site at 10:00am, unless stated otherwise.
-
Lifts may be available from Prospect Park but please check as space is limited, contact details below.
-
Wear clothing and footwear suitable of outdoor work. Gloves together with tea and coffee provided.
-
No previous experience necessary, training will be given and tools supplied.
-
Tasks normally finish about 3:00pm, see below.
-
Tasks and meeting arrangements may change especially in adverse weather. We will always try to notify any change via the website or email. If in doubt please check,
contact details below.
-
Contacts:
John on (0118) 375 1756 or 07757 001 159
Alan on 07732 223 006
Email info@econetreading.org.uk
-
Note: If you need to leave before the end of the task, e.g. you are only available in the morning, that is not a problem providing you have your own transport.
Similarly we do not expect you to come every week, we will be happy to see you whenever you are able to join us.
Econet/CROW (Conserve Reading on Wednesdays) activity
Sunday, 6th January
Clayfield Copse, Caversham
Regular monthly task
10:00 - 13:00
Meeting Point: Car Park, Caversham Park Road
Map: Google Map Ref: SU725767 Nearest Postcode: RG4 6AA Site Information LNR Risk Assessment
General Information and Contacts
Friends of Clayfield Copse tasks
-
Tasks held on 1st Sunday of the month throughout the year.
-
Meet Caversham Park Road Car Park at 10:00am
-
Wear clothing and footwear suitable of outdoor work. Gloves together with tea and coffee provided.
-
No previous experience necessary, training will be given and tools supplied.
-
Tasks normally finish by 1:00pm.
-
Contacts:
Anne Latto on (0118) 948 4454
Email clayfield@econetreading.org.uk
Next task/event at this site is on 3rd February
Econet/Friends of Clayfield Copse activity
Wednesday, 9th January
Wolf Conservation Trust, Beenham
Hedgelaying
10:00 - 15:00
Meeting Point: Car Park
Map: Google Map Ref: SU589692 Nearest Postcode: RG7 5ND Site Information Risk Assessment
Directions: Road leading to site is signed 'Butlers Farm'.
General Information and Contacts
CROW (Conserve Reading on Wednesdays)
-
Meet Prospect Park Car Park (off Liebenrood Road) at 9:30am [Map]
or on site at 10:00am, unless stated otherwise.
-
Lifts may be available from Prospect Park but please check as space is limited, contact details below.
-
Wear clothing and footwear suitable of outdoor work. Gloves together with tea and coffee provided.
-
No previous experience necessary, training will be given and tools supplied.
-
Tasks normally finish about 3:00pm, see below.
-
Tasks and meeting arrangements may change especially in adverse weather. We will always try to notify any change via the website or email. If in doubt please check,
contact details below.
-
Contacts:
John on (0118) 375 1756 or 07757 001 159
Alan on 07732 223 006
Email info@econetreading.org.uk
-
Note: If you need to leave before the end of the task, e.g. you are only available in the morning, that is not a problem providing you have your own transport.
Similarly we do not expect you to come every week, we will be happy to see you whenever you are able to join us.
Next task/event at this site is on 27th February
Econet/CROW (Conserve Reading on Wednesdays) activity
Wednesday, 16th January
Padworth Common
Scrub clearance
10:00 - 15:00
Meeting Point: Car Park, Rectory Road
Map: Google Map Ref: SU619647 Nearest Postcode: RG7 4JB Site Information LNR Risk Assessment
Directions: Car park is off Rectory Road near junction with Baughurst Road and Reading Road
General Information and Contacts
CROW (Conserve Reading on Wednesdays)
-
Meet Prospect Park Car Park (off Liebenrood Road) at 9:30am [Map]
or on site at 10:00am, unless stated otherwise.
-
Lifts may be available from Prospect Park but please check as space is limited, contact details below.
-
Wear clothing and footwear suitable of outdoor work. Gloves together with tea and coffee provided.
-
No previous experience necessary, training will be given and tools supplied.
-
Tasks normally finish about 3:00pm, see below.
-
Tasks and meeting arrangements may change especially in adverse weather. We will always try to notify any change via the website or email. If in doubt please check,
contact details below.
-
Contacts:
John on (0118) 375 1756 or 07757 001 159
Alan on 07732 223 006
Email info@econetreading.org.uk
-
Note: If you need to leave before the end of the task, e.g. you are only available in the morning, that is not a problem providing you have your own transport.
Similarly we do not expect you to come every week, we will be happy to see you whenever you are able to join us.
Econet/CROW (Conserve Reading on Wednesdays) activity
Saturday, 19th January
Mapledurham Playing Fields
Regular monthly task
9:30 - 13:00
Meeting Point: Community Orchard
Map: Google Map Ref: SU700755 Nearest Postcode: RG4 7DS Site Information Risk Assessment
Directions: The community orchard is located near the Chazey Road entrance (which is immediately to the right as you enter Chazey Road from St Peter's Avenue).
General Information and Contacts
Friends of Mapledurham Playing Fields
-
Tasks generally held on 3rd Saturday of the month from September to April.
-
Meet in the community orchard at 9:30am.
-
Wear clothing and footwear suitable of outdoor work. Gloves together with tea and coffee provided.
-
No previous experience necessary, training will be given and tools supplied.
-
Tasks normally finish by 1:00pm.
- Contacts:
Steve Ayers (0118) 947 3294 or 07777 681 362
Email mapledurham@econetreading.org.uk
Next task/event at this site is on 16th February
Econet/Friends of Mapledurham Playing Felds activity
Waterloo Meadows
Regular monthly task
10:00 - 13:00
Meeting Point: Katesgrove Children's Centre
Map: Google Map Ref: SU714722 Nearest Postcode: RG2 0BN Site Information Risk Assessment
General Information and Contacts
Friends of Waterloo Meadows
-
Monthly tasks held throughout the year generally on either the 3rd or 4th Saturday of the month except in March when the task may be on the Saturday of the
RESCUE event. These tasks are normally from 10:00 to 13:00.
-
During the spring and summer there may also be weekday evening tasks, generally fortnightly on Wednesday from 18:45 to 20:30.
-
Meet Katesgrove Children's Centre. While we always endeavour to meet at the stated time, please allow 10 minutes for lateness.
-
Wear clothing and footwear suitable of outdoor work. Gloves provided, please bring a drink.
-
No previous experience necessary, training will be given and tools supplied.
-
Contacts:
Mike Cox (0118) 986 1544
Email waterloo@econetreading.org.uk
Next task/event at this site is on 16th February
Econet/Friends of Waterloo Meadows activity
Wednesday, 23rd January
Orchid Field, Wargrave New Site
Scrub clearance
10:00 - 15:00
Maps: Map Ref: Nearest Postcode:
Site details pending.
General Information and Contacts
CROW (Conserve Reading on Wednesdays)
-
Meet Prospect Park Car Park (off Liebenrood Road) at 9:30am [Map]
or on site at 10:00am, unless stated otherwise.
-
Lifts may be available from Prospect Park but please check as space is limited, contact details below.
-
Wear clothing and footwear suitable of outdoor work. Gloves together with tea and coffee provided.
-
No previous experience necessary, training will be given and tools supplied.
-
Tasks normally finish about 3:00pm, see below.
-
Tasks and meeting arrangements may change especially in adverse weather. We will always try to notify any change via the website or email. If in doubt please check,
contact details below.
-
Contacts:
John on (0118) 375 1756 or 07757 001 159
Alan on 07732 223 006
Email info@econetreading.org.uk
-
Note: If you need to leave before the end of the task, e.g. you are only available in the morning, that is not a problem providing you have your own transport.
Similarly we do not expect you to come every week, we will be happy to see you whenever you are able to join us.
Econet/CROW (Conserve Reading on Wednesdays) activity
Sunday, 27th January
McIlroy Park, Tilehurst
Regular monthly task
10:00 - 13:00
Meeting Point: "The Bench"
Map: Google Map Ref: SU678742 Nearest Postcode: RG30 6XJ Site Information LNR Risk Assessment
Directions: Meet at the bench overlooking Thirlmere Avenue towards the centre of the grassland area. Do not use the Tyler's Rest car park as you will be charged.
Please call Chris on (0118) 941 7818 if you intend joining this task so we can insure there are sufficient tools and if you are unfamiliar with the site, arrange for you to be met.
General Information and Contacts
Friends of McIlroy Park
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Tasks held on 4th Sunday of each month except August and December.
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Meet at the bench overlooking Thirlmere Avenue towards the centre of the grassland area at 10:00am.
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Wear clothing and footwear suitable of outdoor work. Gloves provided, please bring a drink.
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No previous experience necessary, training will be given and tools supplied.
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Tasks normally finish by 1:00pm.
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Contacts:
Chris Cliburn (0118) 941 7818
Email mcilroy@econetreading.org.uk
Next task/event at this site is on 24th February
Econet/Friends of McIlroy Park activity
Wednesday, 30th January
Hosehill Lake, Theale
Scrub clearance
10:00 - 15:00
Meeting Point: Fox and Hounds Car Park
Map: Google Map Ref: SU650697 Nearest Postcode: RG7 4BE Site Information LNR Risk Assessment
Directions: Meet at the site entrance opposite the Fox and Hounds public house. Parking in the pub car park.
General Information and Contacts
CROW (Conserve Reading on Wednesdays)
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Meet Prospect Park Car Park (off Liebenrood Road) at 9:30am [Map]
or on site at 10:00am, unless stated otherwise.
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Lifts may be available from Prospect Park but please check as space is limited, contact details below.
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Wear clothing and footwear suitable of outdoor work. Gloves together with tea and coffee provided.
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No previous experience necessary, training will be given and tools supplied.
-
Tasks normally finish about 3:00pm, see below.
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Tasks and meeting arrangements may change especially in adverse weather. We will always try to notify any change via the website or email. If in doubt please check,
contact details below.
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Contacts:
John on (0118) 375 1756 or 07757 001 159
Alan on 07732 223 006
Email info@econetreading.org.uk
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Note: If you need to leave before the end of the task, e.g. you are only available in the morning, that is not a problem providing you have your own transport.
Similarly we do not expect you to come every week, we will be happy to see you whenever you are able to join us.
Econet/CROW (Conserve Reading on Wednesdays) activity
Programme: February 2019 - March 2019
February 2019
Sunday, 3rd February
Clayfield Copse, Caversham
Regular monthly task
10:00 - 13:00
Meeting Point: Car Park, Caversham Park Road
Map: Google Map Ref: SU725767 Nearest Postcode: RG4 6AA Site Information LNR Risk Assessment
General Information and Contacts
Friends of Clayfield Copse tasks
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Tasks held on 1st Sunday of the month throughout the year.
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Meet Caversham Park Road Car Park at 10:00am
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Wear clothing and footwear suitable of outdoor work. Gloves together with tea and coffee provided.
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No previous experience necessary, training will be given and tools supplied.
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Tasks normally finish by 1:00pm.
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Contacts:
Anne Latto on (0118) 948 4454
Email clayfield@econetreading.org.uk
Next task/event at this site is on 3rd March
Econet/Friends of Clayfield Copse activity
Monday, 4th February
Reading Council Offices, Prospect Park
Econet Meeting
19:30 - 21:30
Agenda
Wednesday, 6th February
Task to be arranged
10:00 - 15:00
Econet/CROW (Conserve Reading on Wednesdays) activity
Wednesday, 13th February
Wokefield Common
Birch clearance
10:00 - 15:00
Meeting Point: Car Park
Map: Google Map Ref: SU653661 Nearest Postcode: RG7 3FL Site Information Risk Assessment
Directions: Meet at the site car park in Goring Lane near the junction with Hollybush Lane.
General Information and Contacts
CROW (Conserve Reading on Wednesdays)
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Meet Prospect Park Car Park (off Liebenrood Road) at 9:30am [Map]
or on site at 10:00am, unless stated otherwise.
-
Lifts may be available from Prospect Park but please check as space is limited, contact details below.
-
Wear clothing and footwear suitable of outdoor work. Gloves together with tea and coffee provided.
-
No previous experience necessary, training will be given and tools supplied.
-
Tasks normally finish about 3:00pm, see below.
-
Tasks and meeting arrangements may change especially in adverse weather. We will always try to notify any change via the website or email. If in doubt please check,
contact details below.
-
Contacts:
John on (0118) 375 1756 or 07757 001 159
Alan on 07732 223 006
Email info@econetreading.org.uk
-
Note: If you need to leave before the end of the task, e.g. you are only available in the morning, that is not a problem providing you have your own transport.
Similarly we do not expect you to come every week, we will be happy to see you whenever you are able to join us.
Econet/CROW (Conserve Reading on Wednesdays) activity
Saturday, 16th February
Mapledurham Playing Fields
Regular monthly task
9:30 - 13:00
Meeting Point: Community Orchard
Map: Google Map Ref: SU700755 Nearest Postcode: RG4 7DS Site Information Risk Assessment
Directions: The community orchard is located near the Chazey Road entrance (which is immediately to the right as you enter Chazey Road from St Peter's Avenue).
General Information and Contacts
Friends of Mapledurham Playing Fields
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Tasks generally held on 3rd Saturday of the month from September to April.
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Meet in the community orchard at 9:30am.
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Wear clothing and footwear suitable of outdoor work. Gloves together with tea and coffee provided.
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No previous experience necessary, training will be given and tools supplied.
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Tasks normally finish by 1:00pm.
- Contacts:
Steve Ayers (0118) 947 3294 or 07777 681 362
Email mapledurham@econetreading.org.uk
Econet/Friends of Mapledurham Playing Felds activity
Waterloo Meadows
Regular monthly task
10:00 - 13:00
Meeting Point: Katesgrove Children's Centre
Map: Google Map Ref: SU714722 Nearest Postcode: RG2 0BN Site Information Risk Assessment
General Information and Contacts
Friends of Waterloo Meadows
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Monthly tasks held throughout the year generally on either the 3rd or 4th Saturday of the month except in March when the task may be on the Saturday of the
RESCUE event. These tasks are normally from 10:00 to 13:00.
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During the spring and summer there may also be weekday evening tasks, generally fortnightly on Wednesday from 18:45 to 20:30.
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Meet Katesgrove Children's Centre. While we always endeavour to meet at the stated time, please allow 10 minutes for lateness.
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Wear clothing and footwear suitable of outdoor work. Gloves provided, please bring a drink.
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No previous experience necessary, training will be given and tools supplied.
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Contacts:
Mike Cox (0118) 986 1544
Email waterloo@econetreading.org.uk
Next task/event at this site is on 9th March
Econet/Friends of Waterloo Meadows activity
Wednesday, 20th February
Task to be arranged
10:00 - 15:00
Econet/CROW (Conserve Reading on Wednesdays) activity
Sunday, 24th February
McIlroy Park, Tilehurst
Regular monthly task
10:00 - 13:00
Meeting Point: "The Bench"
Map: Google Map Ref: SU678742 Nearest Postcode: RG30 6XJ Site Information LNR Risk Assessment
Directions: Meet at the bench overlooking Thirlmere Avenue towards the centre of the grassland area. Do not use the Tyler's Rest car park as you will be charged.
Please call Chris on (0118) 941 7818 if you intend joining this task so we can insure there are sufficient tools and if you are unfamiliar with the site, arrange for you to be met.
General Information and Contacts
Friends of McIlroy Park
-
Tasks held on 4th Sunday of each month except August and December.
-
Meet at the bench overlooking Thirlmere Avenue towards the centre of the grassland area at 10:00am.
-
Wear clothing and footwear suitable of outdoor work. Gloves provided, please bring a drink.
-
No previous experience necessary, training will be given and tools supplied.
-
Tasks normally finish by 1:00pm.
-
Contacts:
Chris Cliburn (0118) 941 7818
Email mcilroy@econetreading.org.uk
Next task/event at this site is on 24th March
Econet/Friends of McIlroy Park activity
Wednesday, 27th February
Wolf Conservation Trust, Beenham
Hedgelaying
10:00 - 15:00
Meeting Point: Car Park
Map: Google Map Ref: SU589692 Nearest Postcode: RG7 5ND Site Information Risk Assessment
Directions: Road leading to site is signed 'Butlers Farm'.
General Information and Contacts
CROW (Conserve Reading on Wednesdays)
-
Meet Prospect Park Car Park (off Liebenrood Road) at 9:30am [Map]
or on site at 10:00am, unless stated otherwise.
-
Lifts may be available from Prospect Park but please check as space is limited, contact details below.
-
Wear clothing and footwear suitable of outdoor work. Gloves together with tea and coffee provided.
-
No previous experience necessary, training will be given and tools supplied.
-
Tasks normally finish about 3:00pm, see below.
-
Tasks and meeting arrangements may change especially in adverse weather. We will always try to notify any change via the website or email. If in doubt please check,
contact details below.
-
Contacts:
John on (0118) 375 1756 or 07757 001 159
Alan on 07732 223 006
Email info@econetreading.org.uk
-
Note: If you need to leave before the end of the task, e.g. you are only available in the morning, that is not a problem providing you have your own transport.
Similarly we do not expect you to come every week, we will be happy to see you whenever you are able to join us.
Econet/CROW (Conserve Reading on Wednesdays) activity
Programme: March 2019
March 2019
Sunday, 3rd March
Clayfield Copse, Caversham
Regular monthly task
10:00 - 13:00
Meeting Point: Car Park, Caversham Park Road
Map: Google Map Ref: SU725767 Nearest Postcode: RG4 6AA Site Information LNR Risk Assessment
General Information and Contacts
Friends of Clayfield Copse tasks
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Tasks held on 1st Sunday of the month throughout the year.
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Meet Caversham Park Road Car Park at 10:00am
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Wear clothing and footwear suitable of outdoor work. Gloves together with tea and coffee provided.
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No previous experience necessary, training will be given and tools supplied.
-
Tasks normally finish by 1:00pm.
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Contacts:
Anne Latto on (0118) 948 4454
Email clayfield@econetreading.org.uk
Next task/event at this site is on 7th April
Econet/Friends of Clayfield Copse activity
Wednesday, 6th March
Little Hidden Farm, Hungerford New Site
Scrub management
10:00 - 15:00
Meeting Point: Farm Car Park
Map: Google Map Ref: SU351711 Nearest Postcode: RG17 0PN Site Information Risk Assessment
Directions: Farm located off the A338 between the M4 and Hungerford about 300 yards on the Hungerford side of the Hungerford Newtown crossroads. Further information can be found on the Contact page of the farm website.
The task will be maintaining butterfly habitat in particular that of the threatened Duke of Burgundy.
General Information and Contacts
CROW (Conserve Reading on Wednesdays)
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Meet Prospect Park Car Park (off Liebenrood Road) at 9:30am [Map]
or on site at 10:00am, unless stated otherwise.
-
Lifts may be available from Prospect Park but please check as space is limited, contact details below.
-
Wear clothing and footwear suitable of outdoor work. Gloves together with tea and coffee provided.
-
No previous experience necessary, training will be given and tools supplied.
-
Tasks normally finish about 3:00pm, see below.
-
Tasks and meeting arrangements may change especially in adverse weather. We will always try to notify any change via the website or email. If in doubt please check,
contact details below.
-
Contacts:
John on (0118) 375 1756 or 07757 001 159
Alan on 07732 223 006
Email info@econetreading.org.uk
-
Note: If you need to leave before the end of the task, e.g. you are only available in the morning, that is not a problem providing you have your own transport.
Similarly we do not expect you to come every week, we will be happy to see you whenever you are able to join us.
Econet/CROW (Conserve Reading on Wednesdays) activity
Saturday, 9th March
Waterloo Meadows
Site clean up
10:00 - 13:00
Meeting Point: Katesgrove Children's Centre
Map: Google Map Ref: SU714722 Nearest Postcode: RG2 0BN Site Information Risk Assessment
Proposed task, details to be confirmed.
General Information and Contacts
Friends of Waterloo Meadows
-
Monthly tasks held throughout the year generally on either the 3rd or 4th Saturday of the month except in March when the task may be on the Saturday of the
RESCUE event. These tasks are normally from 10:00 to 13:00.
-
During the spring and summer there may also be weekday evening tasks, generally fortnightly on Wednesday from 18:45 to 20:30.
-
Meet Katesgrove Children's Centre. While we always endeavour to meet at the stated time, please allow 10 minutes for lateness.
-
Wear clothing and footwear suitable of outdoor work. Gloves provided, please bring a drink.
-
No previous experience necessary, training will be given and tools supplied.
-
Contacts:
Mike Cox (0118) 986 1544
Email waterloo@econetreading.org.uk
Econet/Friends of Waterloo Meadows activity
Wednesday, 13th March
Task to be arranged
10:00 - 15:00
Econet/CROW (Conserve Reading on Wednesdays) activity
Saturday, 16th March
Mapledurham Playing Fields
Regular monthly task
9:30 - 13:00
Meeting Point: Community Orchard
Map: Google Map Ref: SU700755 Nearest Postcode: RG4 7DS Site Information Risk Assessment
Directions: The community orchard is located near the Chazey Road entrance (which is immediately to the right as you enter Chazey Road from St Peter's Avenue).
General Information and Contacts
Friends of Mapledurham Playing Fields
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Tasks generally held on 3rd Saturday of the month from September to April.
-
Meet in the community orchard at 9:30am.
-
Wear clothing and footwear suitable of outdoor work. Gloves together with tea and coffee provided.
-
No previous experience necessary, training will be given and tools supplied.
-
Tasks normally finish by 1:00pm.
- Contacts:
Steve Ayers (0118) 947 3294 or 07777 681 362
Email mapledurham@econetreading.org.uk
Next task/event at this site is on 20th April
Econet/Friends of Mapledurham Playing Felds activity
Wednesday, 20th March
Ruscombe's Ponds
Pond maintenance
10:00 - 15:00
Meeting Point: New Road Pond
Map: Google Map Ref: SU796764 Nearest Postcode: RG10 9LL Risk Assessment
Directions: Pond on New Road about 100m on right from junction with Ruscombe Lane (B3024) and Stanlake Lane almost opposite Northbury Avenue. Suggested parking at top of Northbury Avenue (postcode RG10 9LG).
Proposed task, details to be confirmed.
General Information and Contacts
CROW (Conserve Reading on Wednesdays)
-
Meet Prospect Park Car Park (off Liebenrood Road) at 9:30am [Map]
or on site at 10:00am, unless stated otherwise.
-
Lifts may be available from Prospect Park but please check as space is limited, contact details below.
-
Wear clothing and footwear suitable of outdoor work. Gloves together with tea and coffee provided.
-
No previous experience necessary, training will be given and tools supplied.
-
Tasks normally finish about 3:00pm, see below.
-
Tasks and meeting arrangements may change especially in adverse weather. We will always try to notify any change via the website or email. If in doubt please check,
contact details below.
-
Contacts:
John on (0118) 375 1756 or 07757 001 159
Alan on 07732 223 006
Email info@econetreading.org.uk
-
Note: If you need to leave before the end of the task, e.g. you are only available in the morning, that is not a problem providing you have your own transport.
Similarly we do not expect you to come every week, we will be happy to see you whenever you are able to join us.
Econet/CROW (Conserve Reading on Wednesdays) activity
Sunday, 24th March
McIlroy Park, Tilehurst
Regular monthly task
10:00 - 13:00
Meeting Point: "The Bench"
Map: Google Map Ref: SU678742 Nearest Postcode: RG30 6XJ Site Information LNR Risk Assessment
Directions: Meet at the bench overlooking Thirlmere Avenue towards the centre of the grassland area. Do not use the Tyler's Rest car park as you will be charged.
Please call Chris on (0118) 941 7818 if you intend joining this task so we can insure there are sufficient tools and if you are unfamiliar with the site, arrange for you to be met.
General Information and Contacts
Friends of McIlroy Park
-
Tasks held on 4th Sunday of each month except August and December.
-
Meet at the bench overlooking Thirlmere Avenue towards the centre of the grassland area at 10:00am.
-
Wear clothing and footwear suitable of outdoor work. Gloves provided, please bring a drink.
-
No previous experience necessary, training will be given and tools supplied.
-
Tasks normally finish by 1:00pm.
-
Contacts:
Chris Cliburn (0118) 941 7818
Email mcilroy@econetreading.org.uk
Next task/event at this site is on 28th April
Econet/Friends of McIlroy Park activity
Wednesday, 27th March
Task to be arranged
10:00 - 15:00
Econet/CROW (Conserve Reading on Wednesdays) activity
Our programme for the coming weeks will be published shortly.
Last Updated: 11 November 2018 15:18