May 2008

London Aware ’08. UK AWARE is staging a pioneering environmental expo in May 2008. The aim is to inspire both the general public and the business world. It will be a 'one stop shop' for everyone who wants to live and work in a more sustainable way. www.ukaware.com

8/5/08 – 11/5/08 Malvern Spring Gardening Show

Set against the backdrop of the beautiful Malvern Hills, this show has gained a reputation for pioneering and showcasing new garden design talent. To book tickets, call: 01684 584924 and for full event and ticket information, please visit: www.rhs.org.uk/flowershows

12/5/08 6.45pm at Cotswolds Water Park Four Pillars Hotel.

An evening of short talks on national and local mammal conservation.   
Topics include beavers in the Cotswold Water Park, water vole recovery projects, national harvest mouse monitoring, and a talk from Adam Grogan of The Mammal Society about his fundraising efforts. £10
www.mammal.org.uk or www.waterpark.org  gareth.harris@waterpark.org or jill.bewley@waterpark.org

20/5/08 – 24/5/08 RHS Chelsea Flower Show

The RHS Chelsea Flower Show kicks off the summer season and showcases the finest examples of horticultural excellence, created by the best garden designers and plantsmen. To book tickets, call: 0870 2471223 and for full event and ticket information, please visit: www.rhs.org.uk/flowershows

25 - 26/5/08

A new event with a Green theme is set to take place in Sheffield in Hillsborough Park on the 25th / 26th of May 2008. Green City Day's is an interactive showcase of healthy, environmental & ethical practices aimed at the general public. For more information go to www.greencityaction.org.uk

1/6/08 Volunteers' Week

Volunteers' Week is a national celebration of volunteers and volunteering which takes place from 1 – 7 June each year. It plays a huge part in raising the profile of England’s 22 million volunteers while encouraging others to get involved.

For more information go to the dedicated Volunteers’ Week website www.volunteersweek.org.uk or contact the team on 0845 305 6979 or e-mail them at volunteersweek@volunteeringengland.org

7 – 8/6/08

Bristol Festival of Nature on Bristol Harbourside

Explore, enjoy & get close to the natural world at the only Festival of Nature in the UK. Enjoy a variety of hands-on activities & an exciting programme of talks, screenings, workshops, boat tours & much more. Help build a wetland in the centre of Bristol. www.festivalofnature.org  info@festivalofnature.org 0117 370 0971

11/6/08 – 15/6/08 BBC Gardeners’ World

This show returns to the NEC in Birmingham for its 16^th year, and once again will bring together show gardens, spectacular plants in the RHS Floral Marquee, celebrity appearances and wonderful shopping. To book tickets, call: 0870 0400378 and for full event and ticket information, please visit: www.rhs.org.uk/flowershows

18/6/08 - 25/6/08

Picos de Europa – landscape and wildlife holiday 18-25 June 2008

Offers the opportunity to explore the traditional landscape of hay meadows, woodlands and mountains, together with their butterflies, flowers and birds, in this beautiful area of Northern Spain. The price of £650.00 includes full board, all guiding, all transport, picking up at Santander. Contact Lisa at stuartsinpicos@terra.es  www.picos-accommodation.co.uk

23/6/08 - 29/6/08 National Insect Week 2008 (23-29 June) is an initiative of the Royal Entomological Society, and aims to educate and inspire people of all ages about the wonders of the insect world. Activities are planned throughout the week including local insect events, an insect photography competition and an online poll – visit www.nationalinsectweek.co.uk for more information.

1/7/08 – 2/7/08 Exercises in Reconnection

VINE Event at Schumacher College, Dartington, Devon

Led by Dr Stephen Harding, he is experienced in teaching within a deep ecology framework & will use associated visualizations to help participants to rebuild a deep sense of connection with their surroundings within the larger framework of Gaia. pat@green-mantle.co.uk  www.vine-project.org.uk

8/7/08 – 13/7/08 Hampton Court Palace Flower Show

Set against the majestic background of Hampton Court Palace, this lifestyle event offers real gardens for real people, a feast of scrumptious ideas and plants to help you grow your own edible delights, and clever environmentally responsible initiatives. To book tickets, call: 0870 2471223 and for full event and ticket information, please visit: www.rhs.org.uk/flowershows

23/7/08 – 27/7/08 RHS Flower Show at Tatton Park

Set in the grounds of Tatton Park, this show is lively, fun, fresh and colourful.  Craftsmanship and desirable gardening accessories sit alongside entertaining displays at this creative show. To book tickets, call: 0870 2471223 and for full event and ticket information, please visit: www.rhs.org.uk/flowershows

19/8/08 – 21/8/08 Wisley Flower Show

Set in the grounds of RHS Garden Wisley, this show is the centre piece of a great day out. Entry is free with garden entry. Full event and ticket information, please visit: www.rhs.org.uk/flowershows

12/9/08- 14/9/08 BCT National Bat Conference

The Bat Conservation Trust’s Annual Conference is, this year, taking place at the University of Reading.  Topics covered include: Assessing Species Diversity in Woodlands and Social Calls in Brown Long-eared Bats.

Please check the website (www.bct.org.uk) or contact Dave Sutton on 0207 501 3638 or dsutton@bats.org.uk for more information.

27/9/08 – 28/9/08 Malvern Autumn Show

The perfect end to the summer gardening season. This show boasts a mix of autumn flowers, harvest produce, native livestock and family entertainment. To book tickets, call: 01684 584924 and for full event and ticket information, please visit: www.rhs.org.uk/flowershows