Programme: May 2019 - July 2019
May 2019
Wednesday, 1st May
Rushall Farm, Bradfield
Woodland management
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.
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 5th June
Econet/CROW (Conserve Reading on Wednesdays) activity
Waterloo Meadows
Evening task
18:45 - 20:30
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 15th May
Econet/Friends of Waterloo Meadows activity
Sunday, 5th May
Clayfield Copse, Caversham
Dawn Chorus Walk
4:30 - 7:00
Meeting Point: Car Park, Caversham Park Road
Map: Google Map Ref: SU725767 Nearest Postcode: RG4 6AA Site Information LNR Risk Assessment
For further information see Home Page.
Next task/event at this site is on 5th May
Econet/Friends of Clayfield Copse activity
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.
-
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 2nd June
Econet/Friends of Clayfield Copse activity
Wednesday, 8th May
Loddon Nature Reserve
Boardwalk maintenance
10:00 - 15:00
Meeting Point: Wagon and Horses Rear Car Park
Map: Google Map Ref: SU783760 Nearest Postcode: RG10 9JB Site Information Risk Assessment
Directions: The Wagon and Horses is located on the A3032, Old Bath Road, about 300 yards from Twyford town centre.
We'll be repositioning two lengths of walkway.
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
Wednesday, 15th May
Five a Day Market Garden, Englefield
Garden maintenance
10:00 - 15:00
Meeting Point: The Street, Englefield
Map: Google Map Ref: SU625719 Nearest Postcode: RG7 5ES Site Information Risk Assessment
Directions: The site is located in The Street, Englefield off the A340 Tidmarsh to Theale road, opposite Englefield Garden Centre.
Main task will be installing netting to keep rabbits out of the garden.
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
Waterloo Meadows
Evening task
18:45 - 20:30
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 18th May
Econet/Friends of Waterloo Meadows activity
Saturday, 18th May
Waterloo Meadows
Regular monthly task - Wildflower planting
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 29th May
Econet/Friends of Waterloo Meadows activity
Wednesday, 22nd May
Omer's Gully, Burghfield Common
Path clearance
10:00 - 15:00
Meeting Point: Hunters Hill
Map: Google Map Ref: SU650674 Nearest Postcode: RG7 3HL Risk Assessment
Directions: Coming from Reading on the Reading Road, turn right at traffic lights into Hollybush Lane, 3rd right into Abbot's Road, 2nd right into Woodman's Lane/Clayhill Road and 2nd left into Omar's Rise. Continue along Omar's Rise which eventually bears left down onto Hunters Hill.
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 12th June
Econet/CROW (Conserve Reading on Wednesdays) activity
Sunday, 26th May
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 23rd June
Econet/Friends of McIlroy Park activity
Wednesday, 29th May
Fobney Island Wetland Nature Reserve
Path clearance
10:00 - 15:00
Meeting Point: Car Park
Map: Google Map Ref: SU705710 Nearest Postcode: RG2 0RP Risk Assessment
Directions: The site is located near the Civic Amenity (recycling) site. From Island Road turn right into the lane opposite the Civic Amenity site entrance, we will meet in the parking area just before the bridge.
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
Waterloo Meadows
Evening task
18:45 - 20:30
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 12th June
Econet/Friends of Waterloo Meadows activity
Programme: June 2019 - July 2019
June 2019
Sunday, 2nd June
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 6th July
Econet/Friends of Clayfield Copse activity
Wednesday, 5th June
Rushall Farm, Bradfield
Woodland management
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.
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 3rd July
Econet/CROW (Conserve Reading on Wednesdays) activity
Wednesday, 12th June
Omer's Gully, Burghfield Common
Path clearance
10:00 - 15:00
Meeting Point: Hunters Hill
Map: Google Map Ref: SU650674 Nearest Postcode: RG7 3HL Risk Assessment
Directions: Coming from Reading on the Reading Road, turn right at traffic lights into Hollybush Lane, 3rd right into Abbot's Road, 2nd right into Woodman's Lane/Clayhill Road and 2nd left into Omar's Rise. Continue along Omar's Rise which eventually bears left down onto Hunters Hill.
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
Waterloo Meadows
Evening task
18:45 - 20:30
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 22nd June
Econet/Friends of Waterloo Meadows activity
Wednesday, 19th June
The Holies (NT), Streatley
Grassland management
10:00 - 15:00
Meeting Point: Linden Cottage
Map: Google Map Ref: SU596798 Nearest Postcode: RG8 9NB Site Information Risk Assessment
Directions: From Reading the meeting point is on the left of the A329, about half a mile after Hook End Lane and before the crossroads at Streatley. (Site entrance next to Linden Cottage holiday accommodation.)
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, 22nd June
Waterloo Meadows
Regular monthly task -Path and tree clearing
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 26th June
Econet/Friends of Waterloo Meadows activity
Sunday, 23rd June
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 July
Econet/Friends of McIlroy Park activity
Wednesday, 26th June
Greys Court (NT)
Fencing and access work
10:00 - 15:00
Meeting Point: Car Park
Map: Google Map Ref: SU725833 Nearest Postcode: RG9 4PG Site Information Risk Assessment
Directions: National Trust property approximately 3 miles west of Henley on Thames.
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
Waterloo Meadows
Evening task
18:45 - 20:30
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 10th July
Econet/Friends of Waterloo Meadows activity
Programme: July 2019
July 2019
Wednesday, 3rd July
Rushall Farm, Bradfield
Woodland management
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.
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, 6th July
Clayfield Copse, Caversham
Meadows Day
11:00 - 16:00
Location: Car Park, Caversham Park Road
Map: Google Map Ref: SU725767 Nearest Postcode: RG4 6AA Site Information LNR Risk Assessment
A celebration of meadows and the wildlife they support.
Next task/event at this site is on 7th July
Econet/Friends of Clayfield Copse activity
Sunday, 7th July
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.
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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 4th August
Econet/Friends of Clayfield Copse activity
Wednesday, 10th July
Lough Down (NT), Streatley
Grassland management
10:00 - 15:00
Meeting Point: Lardon Chase Car Park
Map: Google Map Ref: SU583806 Nearest Postcode: RG8 9AF Site Information Risk Assessment
Directions: Car park is located on the right of the B4009 shortly after leaving the A329 at Streatley.
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.
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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
Waterloo Meadows
Evening task
18:45 - 20:30
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 20th July
Econet/Friends of Waterloo Meadows activity
Wednesday, 17th July
Task to be arranged
10:00 - 15:00
Econet/CROW (Conserve Reading on Wednesdays) activity
Saturday, 20th July
Waterloo Meadows
Regular monthly task - Meadow area - haymaking
10:00 - 15:00
Meeting Point: Katesgrove Children's Centre
Map: Google Map Ref: SU714722 Nearest Postcode: RG2 0BN Site Information Risk Assessment
Full day task.
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 24th July
Econet/Friends of Waterloo Meadows activity
Wednesday, 24th July
Task to be arranged
10:00 - 15:00
Econet/CROW (Conserve Reading on Wednesdays) activity
Waterloo Meadows
Evening task - Meadow area - haymaking
18:45 - 20:30
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 7th August
Econet/Friends of Waterloo Meadows activity
Sunday, 28th July
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 22nd September
Econet/Friends of McIlroy Park activity
Wednesday, 31st July
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 May 2019 16:44