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SUMMARY:Tysoe's Photography Competition 2026
DESCRIPTION:Tysoe Wildlife in conjunction with Tysoe & District Record are planning a photographic competition to select 12 photos for a ‘Tysoe Wildlife’ calendar for 2027.  The calendar will go on sale at the end of the year\, and proceeds will be used to support wildlife in the parish. \nThe theme of the competition is ‘Wild Warwickshire’. \nPhotographs must have been taken in Warwickshire since 2024. \nPhotographers with a range of experience from novice to expert are encouraged to enter. Up to three images may be submitted per person. \nAll photographs must be submitted as a digital image (JPEG or PNG) in landscape orientation\, with a 6 x 4 ratio\, ideally at a resolution of at least 300 dpi or 1mb in size. \nEntrants must give their full name and email to the competition organisers. This data will be processed and stored in a secure manner and will only be kept for the duration of the 2026 competition. \nTO ENTER: email your entries to tysoewildlife@gmail.com. Larger files can be sent via wetransfer – https://wetransfer.com/. Closing date is 30th August 2026. \nThe decision of the judges for the ‘Wild Warwickshire Photographic Competition’ is final. \nPlease note: All images submitted must be the work of the individual submitting them. It is the responsibility of each entrant to ensure that any images they submit have been taken with the permission of the subject (where necessary) and do not infringe the copyright of any third party. Entrants must warrant that the photograph they are submitting is their own work and that they own the copyright for it. \nThe photographer gives permission to Tysoe Wildlife and the Tysoe Record to print the photographs in the Calendar and for them to be cropped or adjusted where necessary to assist with the printing. The photographer also gives permission for Tysoe Wildlife to features the images on our web pages and Facebook page\, while Tysoe Record may wish to reproduce them in the village newsletter. \n  \n 
URL:https://swanforwildlife.org/event/tysoes-photography-competition-2026/
CATEGORIES:Tysoe
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tysoe Wildlife":MAILTO:tysoewildlife@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260415
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260916
DTSTAMP:20260604T041653
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260419T130555Z
UID:3365-1776211200-1789516799@swanforwildlife.org
SUMMARY:Community Balsam Pulls - Gunnings Bridge and other locations
DESCRIPTION:Regular community Himalayan balsam pulls along the Arrow and Alne catchment. Starting at Gunnings Bridge\, with locations updated weekly depending on where the balsam is coming through most strongly.\nLocations will be updated on Facebook and WhatsApp. \nEvery Monday\, 11.30-12.30\nEvery Thursday\, 5.30-6.30pm
URL:https://swanforwildlife.org/event/community-balsam-pulls-gunnings-bridge-and-other-locations/
LOCATION:Gunnings Bridge\, Henley Street\, Alcester\, Warwickshire\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:RAAR,Rivers
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ORGANIZER;CN="RAAR":MAILTO:riverarrowvolunteers@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260421
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260701
DTSTAMP:20260604T041653
CREATED:20260421T082905Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T083432Z
UID:3397-1776729600-1782863999@swanforwildlife.org
SUMMARY:Churchyard Biodiversity and Heritage Project events
DESCRIPTION:The Churchyard Biodiversity and Heritage Project is funded by The National Lottery Heritage Fund to enrich churchyards for nature\, heritage and communities around Warwickshire and the Coventry Diocese. \nOver the next 12 months they will be working with churches and local communities across the Coventry Diocese\, gathering ideas\, organising wildlife surveys\, working with schools and running community events. The aim is to create a plan to maintain and enhance the churchyards for nature\, balancing the needs of local users\, site heritage and wildlife to create a bespoke approach for each site. \nFacebook \n 
URL:https://swanforwildlife.org/event/churchyard-biodiversity-and-heritage-project-events/
CATEGORIES:Churchyards
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260606
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260615
DTSTAMP:20260604T041653
CREATED:20260425T145033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260530T140206Z
UID:3428-1780704000-1781481599@swanforwildlife.org
SUMMARY:The Great Big Green Week - Stratford-on-Avon District
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to Stratford-on-Avon Great Big Green Week 2026. There is a huge\nvariety of events across the district this year\, including a visit to a passive\nhouse\, numerous walks\, exhibitions\, a tour of a solar farm\, open gardens\,\ncraft sessions\, cycle rides\, two repair cafés – all to celebrate climate action\nand the protection of nature. This is the sixth year that the Climate Coalition\nhas promoted a national green festival. The Net Zero Stratford team hopes\nthat all residents of Stratford district will find something to enjoy in the\nprogramme this year! \nProgramme is below: \nGBGW004_SuA 2026_Leaflet_03_DIGITAL
URL:https://swanforwildlife.org/event/the-great-big-green-week-stratford-on-avon-district/
CATEGORIES:Hedgerows,Stourvale,Wellesbourne
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260606T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260606T100000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T075903Z
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SUMMARY:St Edmund's Churchyard\, Shipston-on-Stour - breakfast with the moths
DESCRIPTION:Great Big Green Week logo \nJoin us for breakfast and to examine what the moth trap has captured overnight. \n \n 
URL:https://swanforwildlife.org/event/st-edmunds-churchyard-shipston-on-stour-breakfast-with-the-moths/
LOCATION:St Edmund’s Church\, Shipston on Stour\, Shipston on Stour\, Warwickshire\, CV36 4AP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Churchyards,Stourvale
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260606T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260614T170000
DTSTAMP:20260604T041653
CREATED:20260317T175024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T185038Z
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SUMMARY:Churches Count on Nature 2026
DESCRIPTION:Churches Count on Nature is part of Love Your Burial Ground Week\, focusing on the brilliant wildlife to be found in churchyards and chapel yards. It is a joint initiative promoted by Caring for God’s Acre\, the Church of England\, the Church in Wales and A Rocha UK. National Cemeteries Week is hosted by the National Federation of Cemetery Friends. \nFurther details about how to take part are here: Love Your Burial Ground Week with Churches Count on Nature 2026 – Caring For God’s Acre – the conservation charity for burial grounds across the UK \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://swanforwildlife.org/event/churches-count-on-nature-2026/
CATEGORIES:Churchyards
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260607T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260607T120000
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CREATED:20260414T073513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T082059Z
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SUMMARY:Cornmill Meadows\, Shipston-on-Stour - survey by Warwickshire Flora Group
DESCRIPTION:Great Big Green Week logo \nThe Warwickshire Flora Group will be surveying plants in the meadow. Mike Slater\, Chair of Warwickshire Butterfly Conservation will also be there to give information about local butterflies.
URL:https://swanforwildlife.org/event/cornmill-meadows-shipston-on-stour-survey-by-warwickshire-flora-group/
LOCATION:Cornmill Meadows\, Shipston-on-Stour\, Shipston-on-Stour\, Warwickshire\, CV36 4HZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Stourvale
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260609T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260609T180000
DTSTAMP:20260604T041653
CREATED:20260415T155513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T155513Z
UID:3367-1781017200-1781028000@swanforwildlife.org
SUMMARY:Alcester Town Council - Climate & Nature Drop-In Engagement Event
DESCRIPTION:This event forms part of our ongoing work to support local climate adaptation\, biodiversity\, and community action. Our aim is to bring together organisations\, residents\, and volunteers to share knowledge\, inspire practical action\, and shape future priorities for Alcester.  The event will be structured around four themes: \n“Habitats” – Biodiversity Focus\nPromoting support for pollinators\, hedgehogs\, and native species\, alongside practical guidance on habitat creation and wildflower planting. \n“Energy & Waste” Advice\nOffering residents advice on energy efficiency\, cost-saving measures\, and low-carbon living\, including climate adaptations that mitigate the risk of flooding and drought\, especially in the garden (water smart gardening). \n“Action & Volunteering Hub”\nConnecting residents with local initiatives such as tree and hedgerow planting\, litter reduction\, and community growing projects. \n“Map Your Future” Interactive Wall\nAn opportunity for residents to share ideas and priorities directly onto a large map\, helping inform future planning and funding bids. \nWe would also like to have short expert led talks throughout the afternoon and crafts and activities\, such as making your own sausage dog draught excluder.  We would be delighted if your organisation could attend\, host a table\, provide materials\, or contribute to the programme in a way that suits you. Please let us know if you would also be interested in delivering a short informal “Meet the Expert” session.  We hope you can join us for what promises to be a positive and impactful community event.
URL:https://swanforwildlife.org/event/alcester-town-council-climate-nature-drop-in-engagement-event/
LOCATION:Eric Payne Community Centre\, Alcester
CATEGORIES:RAAR
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260610T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260610T200000
DTSTAMP:20260604T041653
CREATED:20260318T160116Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T082245Z
UID:3133-1781116200-1781121600@swanforwildlife.org
SUMMARY:From Hedgerow to Hostelry… Great Big Green Week
DESCRIPTION:Great Big Green Week logo \nWondering what makes a “good” hedge\, and why it matters for biodiversity in South Warwickshire? This GBGW event is for you!\nWe are Hedge Connect\, a member of swanforwildlife.org. Join us on our welcoming hedge assessment walk\, followed by a sociable gathering at The Plough Inn\, Stretton-on-Fosse\, GL56 9QX. \nMEETING POINT: ON FOOT in Stretton Village Hall car park. \nLimited parking\, please car share. \nStout footwear required. \nUneven underfoot – not wheelchair accessible. \nReserve a spot\n 
URL:https://swanforwildlife.org/event/from-hedgerow-to-hostelry-great-big-green-week/
LOCATION:Stretton-on-Fosse Village Hall\, The Green\, Stretton-on-Fosse\, Gloucestershire\, GL56 9SR\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Hedgerows,Stretton
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260612T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260612T223000
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CREATED:20260520T205644Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T211136Z
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SUMMARY:Bat and Burger Night in Tysoe
DESCRIPTION:7.30-9.30 pm – Enjoy a burger and fries at Happy Herefords – pay for your own food.  To help with burger numbers please email: tysoewildlife@gmail.com. \n9 pm – Meet for tea\, coffee\, hot chocolate at St Mary’s Church \n9.30 pm – Join us for a bat hunt with the Warwickshire Bat Group. \nThe bat detecting is a donations only event. \n \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://swanforwildlife.org/event/bat-and-burger-night-in-tysoe/
LOCATION:St. Mary’s Church\, Tysoe
CATEGORIES:Tysoe
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tysoe Wildlife":MAILTO:tysoewildlife@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260620T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260620T150000
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CREATED:20260530T134705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260603T103713Z
UID:3481-1781949600-1781967600@swanforwildlife.org
SUMMARY:Churchyard Bioblitz - St Lawrence\, Oxhill
DESCRIPTION:Explore the wildlife of the churchyard with help from experts from the Warwickshire Biological Records Centre. \nEveryone welcome!  No expertise required\, just an interest in all things nature! \nWhat’s when?\n10:15am – Check Reptile mats\n1:30pm – Nature Walk\nPlus recording activities in the churchyard throughout the day \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nOrganised by the Churchyard Biodiversity Project
URL:https://swanforwildlife.org/event/churchyard-bioblitz-st-lawrence-oxhill/
LOCATION:St Lawrence\, Oxhill\, CV35 0SG
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260815T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260815T163000
DTSTAMP:20260604T041653
CREATED:20260528T204946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T205008Z
UID:3446-1786798800-1786811400@swanforwildlife.org
SUMMARY:Tysoe Flower Show and Fete
DESCRIPTION:A traditional village Flower Show & Fete with vintage cars & machinery displays\, produce\, crafts\, fun for all the family and much more.  This year’s theme is Tysoe Wildlife and some of the classes will follow that theme.
URL:https://swanforwildlife.org/event/tysoe-flower-show-and-fete/
LOCATION:Tysoe Playing Fields\, Playing Fields\, Tysoe\, CV35 0SR\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Tysoe
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