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Programme: October 2020 - March 2021
With the easing of lockdown Econet has resumed its activities primarily for those who have previously volunteered with us. We are continuing to limit numbers and participation is by invitation only. Please contact us if you wish to be included.
We have created an additional risk assessment which you should read and with which you must comply before participating in any activity: Coronavirus Risk Assessment.
October 2020
Sunday, 4th October
Clayfield Copse, Caversham
Regular monthly task
10:00 - 13:00
Meeting Point: Car Park, Caversham Park Road
Map: Google Map Ref: SU725767 (remain.hurt.chief) Nearest Postcode: RG4 6AA Site Information LNR Risk Assessment
By invitation only.
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:
Peter on 07748 766 340
Email clayfield@econetreading.org.uk
Next task/event at this site is on 7th October
Econet/Friends of Clayfield Copse activity
Monday, 5th October
Five a Day Market Garden, Englefield
Garden maintenance
10:00 - 12:30
Meeting Point: The Street, Englefield
Map: Google Map Ref: SU625719 (learn.speak.alert) 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.
Morning only task.
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
Email: CRoW@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 19th October
Econet/CRoW (Conserve Reading on Wednesdays) activity
Wednesday, 7th October
Clayfield Copse, Caversham
Path clearance
10:00 - 15:00
Meeting Point: Car Park, Caversham Park Road
Map: Google Map Ref: SU725767 (remain.hurt.chief) Nearest Postcode: RG4 6AA Site Information LNR Risk Assessment
By invitation only.
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
Email: CRoW@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 1st November
Econet/CRoW (Conserve Reading on Wednesdays) activity
Wednesday, 14th October
Ruscombe's Ponds, Castle End Road Pond
Willow clearance
10:00 - 15:00
Meeting Point: Castle End Road
Map: Google Map Ref: SU798764 (refilled.shorter.projects) Nearest Postcode: RG10 9XJ Risk Assessment
Directions: Pond is at junction of Castle End Road and the Waltham Road (B3024). Suggested parking is at Ruscombe Church (St. James the Great) from where site is approximately 200m along Church Lane.
By invitation only. Wellies recommended.
Alternative Meeting Point: Ruscombe Church
Map: Google Map Ref: SU798762 (rivers.louder.airbase) Nearest Postcode: RG10 9UA
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
Email: CRoW@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 October
Mapledurham Playing Fields
Regular monthly task
9:30 - 13:00
Meeting Point: Community Orchard
Map: Google Map Ref: SU700755 (skirt.thin.scope) 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).
By invitation only.
General Information and Contacts
Friends of Mapledurham Playing Fields
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Tasks generally held on 3rd Saturday of the month from October to March.
-
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 (0118) 947 3294 or 07777 681 362
Email mapledurham@econetreading.org.uk
Next task/event at this site is on 21st November
Econet/Friends of Mapledurham Playing Felds activity
Monday, 19th October
Five a Day Market Garden, Englefield
Garden maintenance
10:00 - 12:30
Meeting Point: The Street, Englefield
Map: Google Map Ref: SU625719 (learn.speak.alert) 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.
By invitation only. Morning only task.
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
Email: CRoW@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 November
Econet/CRoW (Conserve Reading on Wednesdays) activity
Wednesday, 21st October
The Cowsey, Whitley
Path and glade clearance
10:00 - 15:00
Meeting Point: Leisure Centre Car Park, Northumberland Avenue
Map: Google Map Ref: SU723702 (skills.field.wiser) Nearest Postcode: RG2 8DF Site Information Risk Assessment
By invitation only.
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
Email: CRoW@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 18th November
Econet/CRoW (Conserve Reading on Wednesdays) activity
Saturday, 24th October
Waterloo Meadows
Regular monthly task - Small meadow - Bramble clearance and meadow cut
10:00 - 13:00
Meeting Point: Katesgrove Children's Centre
Map: Google Map Ref: SU714722 (cross.taped.teeth) Nearest Postcode: RG2 0BN Site Information Risk Assessment
By invitation only.
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.
-
Contacts:
Mike (0118) 986 1544
Email waterloo@econetreading.org.uk
Next task/event at this site is on 21st November
Econet/Friends of Waterloo Meadows activity
Sunday, 25th October
McIlroy Park, Tilehurst
Regular monthly task
10:00 - 13:00
Meeting Point: Park Entrance, Pottery Road
Map: Google Map Ref: SU678738 (gravy.edgy.races) Nearest Postcode: RG30 6BW Site Information LNR Risk Assessment
Directions: Meet at the park entrance at the junction of Pottery Road with Norcot Road opposite the Tyler's Rest public house. Do not use the Tyler's Rest car park as you will be charged.
By invitation only.
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 park entrance at the junction of Pottery Road with Norcot Road at 10:00am.
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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.
-
Tasks normally finish by 1:00pm.
-
Contacts:
Philip (0118) 941 0471 or 07549 164910
Email mcilroy@econetreading.org.uk
-
Please let Philip know if you would like to join us so that we can insure there are sufficient tools and if you are
unfamiliar with the site, arrange for you to be met.
Next task/event at this site is on 4th November
Econet/Friends of McIlroy Park activity
Wednesday, 28th October
Ruscombe's Ponds, New Road Pond
Pond maintenance
10:00 - 15:00
Meeting Point: New Road
Map: Google Map Ref: SU796764 (airship.debate.windmills) Nearest Postcode: RG10 9LL Risk Assessment
Directions: Pond on New Road about 100m on right from junction with Ruscombe Lane (B3024) almost opposite Northbury Avenue. Suggested parking at top of Northbury Avenue (postcode RG10 9LG).
By invitation only. 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
Email: CRoW@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: November 2020 - March 2021
November 2020
Sunday, 1st November
Clayfield Copse, Caversham
Regular monthly task
10:00 - 13:00
Meeting Point: Car Park, Caversham Park Road
Map: Google Map Ref: SU725767 (remain.hurt.chief) Nearest Postcode: RG4 6AA Site Information LNR Risk Assessment
By invitation only.
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:
Peter on 07748 766 340
Email clayfield@econetreading.org.uk
Next task/event at this site is on 6th December
Econet/Friends of Clayfield Copse activity
Wednesday, 4th November
McIlroy Park, Tilehurst
Woodland management
10:00 - 15:00
Meeting Point: Park Entrance, Pottery Road
Map: Google Map Ref: SU678738 (gravy.edgy.races) Nearest Postcode: RG30 6BW Site Information LNR Risk Assessment
Directions: Meet at the park entrance at the junction of Pottery Road with Norcot Road opposite the Tyler's Rest public house. Do not use the Tyler's Rest car park as you will be charged.
By invitation only.
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
Email: CRoW@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 22nd November
Econet/CRoW (Conserve Reading on Wednesdays) activity
Monday, 9th November
Five a Day Market Garden, Englefield
Garden maintenance
10:00 - 12:30
Meeting Point: The Street, Englefield
Map: Google Map Ref: SU625719 (learn.speak.alert) 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.
By invitation only. Morning only task.
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
Email: CRoW@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 23rd November
Econet/CRoW (Conserve Reading on Wednesdays) activity
Wednesday, 11th November
Ruscombe Church
Hedgelaying
10:00 - 15:00
Meeting Point: Ruscombe Church
Map: Google Map Ref: SU798762 (rivers.louder.airbase) Nearest Postcode: RG10 9UA Risk Assessment
By invitation only.
In addition to laying the hedge, we will be cutting stakes and binders for the hedge from nearby Ruscombe Woods and also gathering tree stakes for a community tree planting event at Stanlake Meadow at the end of the month.
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
Email: CRoW@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 25th November
Econet/CRoW (Conserve Reading on Wednesdays) activity
Wednesday, 18th November
The Cowsey, Whitley
Path and glade clearance
10:00 - 15:00
Meeting Point: Leisure Centre Car Park, Northumberland Avenue
Map: Google Map Ref: SU723702 (skills.field.wiser) Nearest Postcode: RG2 8DF Site Information Risk Assessment
By invitation only.
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
Email: CRoW@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, 21st November
Mapledurham Playing Fields
Regular monthly task
9:30 - 13:00
Meeting Point: Community Orchard
Map: Google Map Ref: SU700755 (skirt.thin.scope) 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).
By invitation only.
General Information and Contacts
Friends of Mapledurham Playing Fields
-
Tasks generally held on 3rd Saturday of the month from October to March.
-
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 (0118) 947 3294 or 07777 681 362
Email mapledurham@econetreading.org.uk
Next task/event at this site is on 19th 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 (cross.taped.teeth) Nearest Postcode: RG2 0BN Site Information Risk Assessment
By invitation only.
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 (0118) 986 1544
Email waterloo@econetreading.org.uk
Next task/event at this site is on 23rd January
Econet/Friends of Waterloo Meadows activity
Sunday, 22nd November
McIlroy Park, Tilehurst
Regular monthly task
10:00 - 13:00
Meeting Point: Park Entrance, Pottery Road
Map: Google Map Ref: SU678738 (gravy.edgy.races) Nearest Postcode: RG30 6BW Site Information LNR Risk Assessment
Directions: Meet at the park entrance at the junction of Pottery Road with Norcot Road opposite the Tyler's Rest public house. Do not use the Tyler's Rest car park as you will be charged.
By invitation only.
General Information and Contacts
Friends of McIlroy Park
-
Tasks held on 4th Sunday of each month except August and December.
-
Meet at the park entrance at the junction of Pottery Road with Norcot Road 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:
Philip (0118) 941 0471 or 07549 164910
Email mcilroy@econetreading.org.uk
-
Please let Philip know if you would like to join us so that we can insure there are sufficient tools and if you are
unfamiliar with the site, arrange for you to be met.
Next task/event at this site is on 24th January
Econet/Friends of McIlroy Park activity
Monday, 23rd November
Five a Day Market Garden, Englefield
Garden maintenance
10:00 - 12:30
Meeting Point: The Street, Englefield
Map: Google Map Ref: SU625719 (learn.speak.alert) 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.
By invitation only. Morning only task.
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
Email: CRoW@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, 25th November
Ruscombe Church
Hedgelaying
10:00 - 15:00
Meeting Point: Ruscombe Church
Map: Google Map Ref: SU798762 (rivers.louder.airbase) Nearest Postcode: RG10 9UA Risk Assessment
By invitation only.
In addition to laying the hedge, we will be cutting stakes and binders for the hedge from nearby Ruscombe Woods and also gathering tree stakes for a community tree planting event at Stanlake Meadow at the end of the month.
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
Email: CRoW@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 2020 - March 2021
December 2020
Wednesday, 2nd December
Task to be arranged
10:00 - 15:00
Econet/CRoW (Conserve Reading on Wednesdays) activity
Sunday, 6th December
Clayfield Copse, Caversham
Regular monthly task
10:00 - 13:00
Meeting Point: Car Park, Caversham Park Road
Map: Google Map Ref: SU725767 (remain.hurt.chief) Nearest Postcode: RG4 6AA Site Information LNR Risk Assessment
By invitation only.
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
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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.
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Contacts:
Peter on 07748 766 340
Email clayfield@econetreading.org.uk
Next task/event at this site is on 3rd January
Econet/Friends of Clayfield Copse activity
Saturday, 19th December
Mapledurham Playing Fields
Regular monthly task
9:30 - 13:00
Meeting Point: Community Orchard
Map: Google Map Ref: SU700755 (skirt.thin.scope) 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).
By invitation only.
General Information and Contacts
Friends of Mapledurham Playing Fields
-
Tasks generally held on 3rd Saturday of the month from October to March.
-
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 (0118) 947 3294 or 07777 681 362
Email mapledurham@econetreading.org.uk
Next task/event at this site is on 16th January
Econet/Friends of Mapledurham Playing Felds activity
Programme: January 2021 - March 2021
January 2021
Sunday, 3rd January
Clayfield Copse, Caversham
Regular monthly task
10:00 - 13:00
Meeting Point: Car Park, Caversham Park Road
Map: Google Map Ref: SU725767 (remain.hurt.chief) Nearest Postcode: RG4 6AA Site Information LNR Risk Assessment
By invitation only.
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:
Peter on 07748 766 340
Email clayfield@econetreading.org.uk
Next task/event at this site is on 7th February
Econet/Friends of Clayfield Copse activity
Saturday, 16th January
Mapledurham Playing Fields
Regular monthly task
9:30 - 13:00
Meeting Point: Community Orchard
Map: Google Map Ref: SU700755 (skirt.thin.scope) 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).
By invitation only.
General Information and Contacts
Friends of Mapledurham Playing Fields
-
Tasks generally held on 3rd Saturday of the month from October to March.
-
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 (0118) 947 3294 or 07777 681 362
Email mapledurham@econetreading.org.uk
Next task/event at this site is on 20th February
Econet/Friends of Mapledurham Playing Felds activity
Saturday, 23rd January
Waterloo Meadows
Regular monthly task
10:00 - 13:00
Meeting Point: Katesgrove Children's Centre
Map: Google Map Ref: SU714722 (cross.taped.teeth) Nearest Postcode: RG2 0BN Site Information Risk Assessment
By invitation only.
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 (0118) 986 1544
Email waterloo@econetreading.org.uk
Next task/event at this site is on 20th February
Econet/Friends of Waterloo Meadows activity
Sunday, 24th January
McIlroy Park, Tilehurst
Regular monthly task
10:00 - 13:00
Meeting Point: Park Entrance, Pottery Road
Map: Google Map Ref: SU678738 (gravy.edgy.races) Nearest Postcode: RG30 6BW Site Information LNR Risk Assessment
Directions: Meet at the park entrance at the junction of Pottery Road with Norcot Road opposite the Tyler's Rest public house. Do not use the Tyler's Rest car park as you will be charged.
By invitation only.
General Information and Contacts
Friends of McIlroy Park
-
Tasks held on 4th Sunday of each month except August and December.
-
Meet at the park entrance at the junction of Pottery Road with Norcot Road 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:
Philip (0118) 941 0471 or 07549 164910
Email mcilroy@econetreading.org.uk
-
Please let Philip know if you would like to join us so that we can insure there are sufficient tools and if you are
unfamiliar with the site, arrange for you to be met.
Next task/event at this site is on 28th February
Econet/Friends of McIlroy Park activity
Programme: February 2021 - March 2021
February 2021
Sunday, 7th February
Clayfield Copse, Caversham
Regular monthly task
10:00 - 13:00
Meeting Point: Car Park, Caversham Park Road
Map: Google Map Ref: SU725767 (remain.hurt.chief) Nearest Postcode: RG4 6AA Site Information LNR Risk Assessment
By invitation only.
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:
Peter on 07748 766 340
Email clayfield@econetreading.org.uk
Econet/Friends of Clayfield Copse activity
Saturday, 20th February
Mapledurham Playing Fields
Regular monthly task
9:30 - 13:00
Meeting Point: Community Orchard
Map: Google Map Ref: SU700755 (skirt.thin.scope) 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).
By invitation only.
General Information and Contacts
Friends of Mapledurham Playing Fields
-
Tasks generally held on 3rd Saturday of the month from October to March.
-
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 (0118) 947 3294 or 07777 681 362
Email mapledurham@econetreading.org.uk
Next task/event at this site is on 20th March
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 (cross.taped.teeth) Nearest Postcode: RG2 0BN Site Information Risk Assessment
By invitation only.
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 (0118) 986 1544
Email waterloo@econetreading.org.uk
Next task/event at this site is on 13th March
Econet/Friends of Waterloo Meadows activity
Sunday, 28th February
McIlroy Park, Tilehurst
Regular monthly task
10:00 - 13:00
Meeting Point: Park Entrance, Pottery Road
Map: Google Map Ref: SU678738 (gravy.edgy.races) Nearest Postcode: RG30 6BW Site Information LNR Risk Assessment
Directions: Meet at the park entrance at the junction of Pottery Road with Norcot Road opposite the Tyler's Rest public house. Do not use the Tyler's Rest car park as you will be charged.
By invitation only.
General Information and Contacts
Friends of McIlroy Park
-
Tasks held on 4th Sunday of each month except August and December.
-
Meet at the park entrance at the junction of Pottery Road with Norcot Road 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:
Philip (0118) 941 0471 or 07549 164910
Email mcilroy@econetreading.org.uk
-
Please let Philip know if you would like to join us so that we can insure there are sufficient tools and if you are
unfamiliar with the site, arrange for you to be met.
Next task/event at this site is on 28th March
Econet/Friends of McIlroy Park activity
Programme: March 2021
March 2021
Sunday, 7th March
Clayfield Copse, Caversham
Regular monthly task
10:00 - 13:00
Meeting Point: Car Park, Caversham Park Road
Map: Google Map Ref: SU725767 (remain.hurt.chief) Nearest Postcode: RG4 6AA Site Information LNR Risk Assessment
By invitation only.
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:
Peter on 07748 766 340
Email clayfield@econetreading.org.uk
Next task/event at this site is on 4th April
Econet/Friends of Clayfield Copse activity
Saturday, 13th March
Waterloo Meadows
Site clean up
10:00 - 13:00
Meeting Point: Katesgrove Children's Centre
Map: Google Map Ref: SU714722 (cross.taped.teeth) Nearest Postcode: RG2 0BN Site Information Risk Assessment
By invitation only.
Continues tomorrow.
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 (0118) 986 1544
Email waterloo@econetreading.org.uk
Next task/event at this site is on 14th March
Econet/Friends of Waterloo Meadows activity
Sunday, 14th March
Waterloo Meadows
Site clean up
10:00 - 13:00
Meeting Point: Katesgrove Children's Centre
Map: Google Map Ref: SU714722 (cross.taped.teeth) Nearest Postcode: RG2 0BN Site Information Risk Assessment
By invitation only.
Continuation of yesterday's task.
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 (0118) 986 1544
Email waterloo@econetreading.org.uk
Econet/Friends of Waterloo Meadows activity
Saturday, 20th March
Mapledurham Playing Fields
Regular monthly task
9:30 - 13:00
Meeting Point: Community Orchard
Map: Google Map Ref: SU700755 (skirt.thin.scope) 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).
By invitation only.
General Information and Contacts
Friends of Mapledurham Playing Fields
-
Tasks generally held on 3rd Saturday of the month from October to March.
-
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 (0118) 947 3294 or 07777 681 362
Email mapledurham@econetreading.org.uk
Next task/event at this site is on 17th April
Econet/Friends of Mapledurham Playing Felds activity
Sunday, 28th March
McIlroy Park, Tilehurst
Regular monthly task
10:00 - 13:00
Meeting Point: Park Entrance, Pottery Road
Map: Google Map Ref: SU678738 (gravy.edgy.races) Nearest Postcode: RG30 6BW Site Information LNR Risk Assessment
Directions: Meet at the park entrance at the junction of Pottery Road with Norcot Road opposite the Tyler's Rest public house. Do not use the Tyler's Rest car park as you will be charged.
By invitation only.
General Information and Contacts
Friends of McIlroy Park
-
Tasks held on 4th Sunday of each month except August and December.
-
Meet at the park entrance at the junction of Pottery Road with Norcot Road 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:
Philip (0118) 941 0471 or 07549 164910
Email mcilroy@econetreading.org.uk
-
Please let Philip know if you would like to join us so that we can insure there are sufficient tools and if you are
unfamiliar with the site, arrange for you to be met.
Next task/event at this site is on 25th April
Econet/Friends of McIlroy Park activity
Our programme for the coming weeks will be published shortly.
Last Updated: 8 October 2020 12:17