Archive for November, 2010

Winter Volunteer Task List December 2010 – January 2011

Tuesday, November 30th, 2010

Here is a list of our forthcoming task days running between December and February. Please contact James Birbeck (Senior Warden) on 07968477817 or email wardens@dwt.org.uk if you wish to join the Trust on any of these tasks. Please bring appropriate footwear, warm/waterproof clothing and a packed lunch. Hot drinks and biscuits will be provided. All tools and safety equipment are supplied by the Trust.

December

Wednesday 1st – Coppicing at Warndon Wood, off Plantation Drive, Worcester

Wednesday 8th – Path work at Tom Shell Coppice, Abberley

Wednesday 15th – Path work at Tom Shell Coppice, Abberley

Wednesday 22nd – No task

Wednesday 29th – No task

January

Wednesday 5th – No task

Wednesday 12th – Hedgelaying on Plantation Drive, Warndon, for Worcester City Council

Thursday 13th – Heathland management at Pound Green Common, Wyre Forest

Wednesday 19th – Hedgelaying on Plantation Drive, Warndon, for Worcester City Council

Wednesday 26th - Coppicing at ‘Ricks Wood’, Claphill Lane, Rushwick

February

Wednesday 2nd – Coppicing at Warndon Wood, off Plantation Drive, Worcester

Thursday 3rd – Hedgelaying on Plantation Drive, Warndon, for Worcester City Council

Wednesday 9th – Heathland management at Pound Green Common, Wyre Forest

Thursday 10th – Hedgelaying on Plantation Drive, Warndon, for Worcester City Council

Wednesday 16th – Woodland management at Tom Shell Coppice, Abberley

Thursday 17th – Coppicing at ‘Ricks Wood’, Claphill Lane, Rushwick

Wednesday 23rd – Hedgerow management at Chapter Meadows (DWT reserve), Worcester

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Watch the City Council Tree Team scale the heights for Tree Dressing weekend!

Saturday, November 27th, 2010

On Friday 3rd December- the start of Tree Dressing weekend- the Worcester City Council Tree team will scale the magnificent oak near the interpretive feature in the formal part of Gheluvelt Park to hang our tree dressings that where made last Friday at the workshop in the cafe area of the Pump House.

The Theme for the Gheluvelt Park dressings is ‘The Sky’s the limit’ so do join us at 10.30am at the oak tree to watch the Tree Team scale the tree using harness’ and ropes to hang our dressings.

All are welcome!

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Tree Dressing workshop at Pump House in readiness for National Tree Week

Friday, November 19th, 2010

Tree Dressing Weekend, which is always the first full weekend in December, marks the start of National Tree week. All over the nation, local and treasured trees will be dressed to celebrate the UK charity ‘Common Ground’s Tree Dressing weekend which aims to link communities to art and culture through nature.

In Gheluvelt Park our celebrations start on Friday 26th November at noon, in the Pump House Cafe, where we will be making tree dressings out of resources from Worcester’s Scrapstore-WRE. Our theme this year is ‘THE SKY’S THE LIMIT!’ and inspiration and resources will be provided.

It may be busy and seating will be limited so please be prepared to wait your turn whilst enjoying a slice of the locally sourced cake and a pot of fair trade tea  (or coffee!).

Then the following week, on Friday 3rd December, the city council tree team will put up our decorations on the magnificent oak up in the formal part of the park, near the interpretive feature.

The workshop on November 26th will run from noon to 3pm and The team at the Duckworth Worcestershire Trust and the Worcester City Council Park Ranger Team look forward to seeing you there.

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New Year Cycling Workshops at the Pump House

Saturday, November 13th, 2010

Want to save money by learning how to fix your bike yourself?

Choose Cycling  are organising a series of bike maintenance courses at the Pump House aimed at teaching the basic skills you need to look after your bike, how to spot problems and how to fix them. Advice on what tools to use and setting your position on your bike are also covered.

Saturday 15th January; 9.30am-3.30pm

Cost £50 per person

Booking is necessary so email info@choosecycling.org.uk to book your place or phone  07931 110298 for more information. See www.choose cycling .org.uk

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We are now on FACEBOOK

Friday, November 12th, 2010

The Pump House Environment Centre is now of facebook, add us to your page to keep up to date with what is happening.

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WRE on the radio!

Friday, November 12th, 2010

On Saturday (6th November) Beth Holland WRE manager was live on BBC Hereford and Worcester Wincey Willis show!

If you missed this live interview and would like to hear it  then please follow this link

http://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episode/p00bwmpc/Wincey_Willis_06_11_2010/

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Gheluvelt Park in the media

Tuesday, November 9th, 2010

The Pump House sits within Gheluvelt park but have you ever wondered about the history of the park?

This article looks at the forgotten heros and the development of the park

http://news.bbc.co.uk/today/hi/today/newsid_9132000/9132071.stm

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DWT on the Radio

Friday, November 5th, 2010

Tune in tommorrow (saturday) between 9am and 11am to BBC Hereford and Worcester to hear our very own Beth Holland,manager of WRE live!

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NEW Adult Workshops!

Thursday, November 4th, 2010

The Trust are now offering a range of Adult only workshops at The Pump House Environment Centre.

Activity Code Date Time Cost

Christmas Decorations

Have a go at  making your very own decorations from recycled and reclaimed materials

 DWT01 Friday 3rd December 10am-12 noon £10

2011 Starter Kit for Birds

Fancy the opportunity to make a bird table and nesting ball ready for the birds in your garden? Then this is the workshop for you!

 DWT02 Monday 17th  January 10am-2pm £15

Charcoal in the Making

This workshop looks at the history and the process of charcoal making. It also includes a practical demonstration.

 DWT03 Monday 3rd May 10am-2pm £30

Please note that all workshops have limited spaces available and therefore booking is essential. The full cost of the course must be paid at the same time as booking to secure your place. All participants are asked to wear suitable clothing and footwear. Hot drink (more available to purchase on day)and biscuits are  provided in the cost of the course fees however please bring your own pack lunch if the event is an all day event.

To book please contact Laura on 01905 734980 or education@dwt.org.uk

The courses are designed and suitable for adults only. We do run a whole range of activities for children so please refer to our website regularly to see the latest information on those sessions.


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Free First Aid Course for Cyclists

Wednesday, November 3rd, 2010

This three week FREE course will help any cyclist with their first aid knowledge and skills. All dates are held at the Pump House Environment Centre in Gheluvelt Park( Barbourne ,Worcester)

Saturday 27th November 9.15am to 1pm

Saturday 4th December 9.15 am to 1pm

Saturday 11th December 9.15am-1pm

To book your place on this course please ring Leigh on 07879012606 or email mtbsaleader@live.co.uk

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