Invasive Plants and How to Tackle Them (Sustainable Stainton)
Thursday 4th June, 19.30-21.00
Ali Penny, the Invasives Officer for Eden Rivers Trust, will give a talk on how we can prevent the continued rapid spread of invasive plant species in Stainton and the surrounding area.
The talk precedes a planned ‘Balsam Bash’ on Saturday 6th June from 10am to 2pm to tackle the Himalayan Balsam that has invaded the old quarry site at the top of Fairybead Lane.
Refreshments provided.
This event is free of charge. Places should be booked in advance:
Supported by Westmorland and Furness Council as part of Great Big Green Week.
Food Drive
Saturday 13th June, 9.30-10.30
Collecting items for Penrith Food Bank. They’re keen to receive men’s and ladies’ toiletries, toilet rolls, tinned meats, tinned veg, tinned/packet custard, rice puddings and sugar.
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