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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:20260614T113000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260614T170000
DTSTAMP:20260608T154140Z
CREATED:20260607T110950Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260608T154140Z
UID:3525-1781436600-1781456400@swanforwildlife.org
SUMMARY:Great Big Green Week - Closing-day Conversations
DESCRIPTION:Please see flyer: GBGW CLOSING DAY 14 JUNE FLYER
URL:https://swanforwildlife.org/event/great-big-green-week-closing-day-conversations/
LOCATION:Crowne Plaza Hotel\, Bridgefoot\, Stratford-Upon-Avon\, Warwickshire\, CV37 6YR\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:River Hope,Rivers,Stratford
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ORGANIZER;CN="Stratford Climate Action":MAILTO:https://www.stratfordclimate.org/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260612T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260612T223000
DTSTAMP:20260520T211136Z
CREATED:20260520T205644Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T211136Z
UID:3437-1781292600-1781303400@swanforwildlife.org
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:20260610T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260610T200000
DTSTAMP:20260414T082245Z
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:20260609T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260609T180000
DTSTAMP:20260415T155513Z
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:20260607T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260607T120000
DTSTAMP:20260414T082059Z
CREATED:20260414T073513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T082059Z
UID:3321-1780826400-1780833600@swanforwildlife.org
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:20260606T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260614T170000
DTSTAMP:20260317T185038Z
CREATED:20260317T175024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T185038Z
UID:3124-1780732800-1781456400@swanforwildlife.org
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:20260606T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260606T100000
DTSTAMP:20260421T075903Z
CREATED:20260414T074143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T075903Z
UID:3324-1780732800-1780740000@swanforwildlife.org
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;VALUE=DATE:20260606
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260615
DTSTAMP:20260530T140206Z
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260524T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260524T153000
DTSTAMP:20260417T125137Z
CREATED:20260415T123247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260417T125137Z
UID:3362-1779631200-1779636600@swanforwildlife.org
SUMMARY:River Arrow Walk (provisional)
DESCRIPTION:A guided walk exploring a new stretch of the River Arrow\, subject to final confirmation.
URL:https://swanforwildlife.org/event/river-arrow-walk-provisional/
CATEGORIES:RAAR,Rivers
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ORGANIZER;CN="RAAR":MAILTO:riverarrowvolunteers@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260523T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260523T111500
DTSTAMP:20260414T075216Z
CREATED:20260413T131544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T075216Z
UID:3286-1779526800-1779534900@swanforwildlife.org
SUMMARY:Moth morning in Hunscote
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://swanforwildlife.org/event/moth-morning-in-hunscote/
LOCATION:Twitey’s Camping and Glamping Meadows\, Hunscote Lane\, Warwick\, Warwickshire\, CV35 9EX\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Wellesbourne
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sustainable Wellesbourne":MAILTO:sustainablewellesbourne@wellesbourneandwalton-pc.gov.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260518T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260518T213000
DTSTAMP:20260414T075600Z
CREATED:20260407T182132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T075600Z
UID:3216-1779130800-1779139800@swanforwildlife.org
SUMMARY:David C. G. Brown's Book Launch
DESCRIPTION:The launch of David Brown’s new book ”The macro-moths of Warwickshire – A 2026 review”.
URL:https://swanforwildlife.org/event/david-c-g-browns-book-launch/
LOCATION:Charlecote Pheasant Hotel\, Charlecote\, Warwickshire\, CV35 9EW\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260516T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260517T170000
DTSTAMP:20260325T110429Z
CREATED:20260323T195559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T110429Z
UID:3178-1778936400-1779037200@swanforwildlife.org
SUMMARY:Open Gardens for Wildlife in Wellesbourne 2026
DESCRIPTION:The theme for the third Open Gardens for Wildlife in Wellesbourne and Hunscote is Moths and Butterflies. 50% of money raised will go to the Warwickshire branch of Butterfly Conservation. The rest will go into wildlife and nature friendly projects in and around Wellesbourne. \nThis year we have around 12 residential gardens (one new\, two returning from 2024)\, Chedham’s Yard and seven plots at Wellesbourne Allotments. Dene Meadow and the Methodist Hall are also part of the day. Please note\, Hunscote is a cycle ride or drive from Wellesbourne. There will be a Plant Sale on Saturday\, Sunday is to be confirmed. \n \n 
URL:https://swanforwildlife.org/event/open-gardens-for-wildlife-in-wellesbourne-2026/
LOCATION:Wellesbourne
CATEGORIES:Wellesbourne
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sustainable Wellesbourne":MAILTO:sustainablewellesbourne@wellesbourneandwalton-pc.gov.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260510T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260510T113000
DTSTAMP:20260417T124628Z
CREATED:20260415T122731Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260417T124628Z
UID:3358-1778407200-1778412600@swanforwildlife.org
SUMMARY:Great Alne - Balsam Bash
DESCRIPTION:Community Himalayan balsam pull along the River Alne.\nMeeting point: inside the gate to Coffee Pot Wood\, Great Alne.
URL:https://swanforwildlife.org/event/great-alne-balsam-bash/
LOCATION:Copper Pot Wood\, Great Alne\, Henley Street\, Great Alne\, Warwickshire\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:RAAR,Rivers
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ORGANIZER;CN="RAAR":MAILTO:riverarrowvolunteers@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260508T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260508T110000
DTSTAMP:20260414T074803Z
CREATED:20260414T063938Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T074803Z
UID:3315-1778234400-1778238000@swanforwildlife.org
SUMMARY:River water testing - Shipston-on-Stour
DESCRIPTION:Testing river water quality with River Ranger\, Luke McCusker – Shipston Bridge.
URL:https://swanforwildlife.org/event/river-water-testing-shipston-on-stour/
LOCATION:Shipston Bridge\, Shipston-on-Stour\, Warwickshire\, CV36 4AW\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Rivers,Stourvale
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260505T053000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260505T061500
DTSTAMP:20260415T122350Z
CREATED:20260415T122350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T122350Z
UID:3355-1777959000-1777961700@swanforwildlife.org
SUMMARY:River Arrow - Dawn Chorus Day Gathering at Gunnings Bridge
DESCRIPTION:An early morning riverside gathering to listen to the dawn chorus on Dawn Chorus Day.\nMeet at Gunnings Bridge car park\, then a short walk into the nature reserve. Please bring a blanket or something to sit on and a thermos flask if you would like.
URL:https://swanforwildlife.org/event/river-arrow-dawn-chorus-day-gathering-at-gunnings-bridge/
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;TZID=Europe/London:20260503T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260503T220000
DTSTAMP:20260414T075423Z
CREATED:20260406T075441Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T075423Z
UID:3198-1777834800-1777845600@swanforwildlife.org
SUMMARY:Tysoe Wildlife Quiz
DESCRIPTION:  \n \nBuy Tickets\n 
URL:https://swanforwildlife.org/event/tysoe-wildlife-quiz/
LOCATION:Tysoe Village Hall\, Main Street\, Tysoe\, Warwickshire\, CV35 0SE\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Tysoe
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tysoe Wildlife":MAILTO:tysoewildlife@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260502T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260502T143000
DTSTAMP:20260419T130436Z
CREATED:20260415T120638Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260419T130436Z
UID:3352-1777726800-1777732200@swanforwildlife.org
SUMMARY:River Arrow Monthly Community River Walk
DESCRIPTION:Our regular monthly community river walk following the usual Jubilee Fields loop from the Eric Payne Community Centre.
URL:https://swanforwildlife.org/event/river-arrow-monthly-community-river-walk/
LOCATION:Eric Payne Community Centre\, Alcester
CATEGORIES:RAAR,Rivers
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ORGANIZER;CN="RAAR":MAILTO:riverarrowvolunteers@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260425T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260425T123000
DTSTAMP:20260228T114428Z
CREATED:20260203T125412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260228T114428Z
UID:2168-1777111200-1777120200@swanforwildlife.org
SUMMARY:Birdsong\, Spring Migrants and the Pond’s Wildlife
DESCRIPTION:Event by Sun Rising Natural Burial Ground and Nature Reserve \nAfter the hard work of digging the extension to our pond last autumn\, watching it fill as the rains came in early winter\, we’re now ready for an official opening! \nWe’ll start by walking along the boundary hedges\, listening to the spring birdsong\, looking out for spring migrants\, pausing at the swift tower. At the the pond\, we’ll be looking at its spring flora and fauna\, exploring pondlife (in the dipping pond)\, and talking about the wildlife that will benefit from the larger area of water\, such as swifts\, dragonflies and bats. We will then make our way up the boundary hedgerows to the Longhouse for a cuppa. \nThe event is open to sensible accompanied children who are keen on the natural world. \nThis event is by donation.  Please let us know if you would like to come along\, and we can give you more information: office@sunrising.co.uk. \nWhat3words:\nSouth Entrance /// forget.brambles.debt\nNorth Entrance ///overcomes.store.muddle
URL:https://swanforwildlife.org/event/birdsong-spring-migrants-and-the-ponds-wildlife/
LOCATION:Sun Rising Natural Burial Ground and Nature Reserve\, Radway Road\, Lower Tysoe\, Warwickshire\, CV35 0DG\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Tysoe
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260424T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260424T140000
DTSTAMP:20260414T074657Z
CREATED:20260414T060046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T074657Z
UID:3309-1777024800-1777039200@swanforwildlife.org
SUMMARY:St Edmund's Church\, Shipston on Stour - Coffee Morning and Churchyard Nature Hunt and Survey
DESCRIPTION:Coffee morning 10-12 noon. \nNature hunt and survey 12-2 pm. \nAll welcome. \n \n 
URL:https://swanforwildlife.org/event/st-edmunds-church-shipston-on-stour-coffee-morning-and-churchyard-nature-hunt-and-survey/
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:20260418T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260418T150000
DTSTAMP:20260415T120406Z
CREATED:20260415T120223Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T120406Z
UID:3345-1776517200-1776524400@swanforwildlife.org
SUMMARY:River Arrow - Guided River History Walk
DESCRIPTION:A guided 1.5 mile loop walk along the River Arrow with Steve Godfrey from Alcester History Society\, exploring the history of this stretch of river and its connections to the Alcester Railway\, Ragley Mill and Alcester Abbey.\nMeeting point: Eric Payne Community Centre\, Jubilee Fields\, Alcester.
URL:https://swanforwildlife.org/event/river-arrow-guided-river-history-walk/
LOCATION:Eric Payne Community Centre\, Alcester
CATEGORIES:RAAR,Rivers
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ORGANIZER;CN="RAAR":MAILTO:riverarrowvolunteers@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260415T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260415T203000
DTSTAMP:20260410T151224Z
CREATED:20260328T111409Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T151224Z
UID:3191-1776276000-1776285000@swanforwildlife.org
SUMMARY:SWAN visit to Stratford-upon-Avon Local Nature Reserve
DESCRIPTION:There will be a guided walk around the Nature Reserve starting at 6 pm on Wednesday 15th April. \nThe meeting place will be just behind a restaurant near to the Crowne Plaza hotel. The address of the restaurant is the Mediterranean Bar and Restaurant\, Stratford Marina\, Bridgefoot\, Stratford-upon-Avon CV37 6YY. The What Three Words are: ///trees.froze.invite. Just behind the restaurant there is a path leading into Stratford-upon-Avon Local Nature Reserve (also known as the Lench Meadows).  Afterwards everyone is welcome to come to the Stratford Climate Hub at 30 Meer Street for refreshments. \nThe nearest car park is the Stratford Marina Car Park\, pay and display\, right next to the restaurant.   You will be fined if you park in the Crowne Plaza car park! \nThe event is free. \n \n 
URL:https://swanforwildlife.org/event/stratford-reserve/
LOCATION:Stratford-upon-Avon Local Nature Reserve\, CV37 6YY\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Rivers
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ORGANIZER;CN="SWAN for Wildlife":MAILTO:contact@swanforwildlife.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260323T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260323T160000
DTSTAMP:20260228T114248Z
CREATED:20260203T131457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260228T114248Z
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SUMMARY:Sun Rising Burial Ground and Nature Reserve Open Day
DESCRIPTION:Event by Sun Rising Natural Burial Ground and Nature Reserve \nOur annual Open Day is a great opportunity to explore what we offer here at Sun Rising.  You can meet staff and trustees\, talk through ideas and requirements\, and take a tour of the natural burial ground and/or nature reserve with one of our team or by yourselves. \nThere’ll be refreshments all day\, in aid of The Friends of Sun Rising.  We’ll have a nature table for those who would like to know more about the nature reserve and information about our gorgeous wildflowers too.   Our local willow coffin maker\, Caz from Wild Heart Coffins\, will be lending us a coffin\, and we’ll have a beautifully elegant and simple card coffin too.  There’ll also be English flowers from Tysoe village florist\, Hope and Glory. \nThere’s no need to book for this event.  All are welcome. \nWhat3words:\nSouth Entrance /// forget.brambles.debt\nNorth Entrance ///overcomes.store.muddle
URL:https://swanforwildlife.org/event/sun-rising-burial-ground-and-nature-reserve-open-day/
LOCATION:Sun Rising Natural Burial Ground and Nature Reserve\, Radway Road\, Lower Tysoe\, Warwickshire\, CV35 0DG\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Tysoe
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260314T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260314T143000
DTSTAMP:20260228T114046Z
CREATED:20260203T124141Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260228T114046Z
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SUMMARY:International Rivers Day\, 14th March 2026
DESCRIPTION:Free Event at Shipston Riverside (Bridge Car Park CV36 4AW) \n\nJoin in a River Blessing Ceremony by our local Druid\, Martin Russell\, at 11.00am\nSee display by Shipston Area Flood Action Group (S.A.F.A.G.) – all day\nSee display about Water Power and the many historic Watermills on the River Stour – all day\nLearn about the weekly Water Quality Testing (SafeAvon Citizen Science) that takes place by the bridge\, and safely have a go – 11.30am and 1.30pm\nLearn how to safely carry out Kick-Sampling in the shallow water by the bridge; learn how to identify the invertebrates present\, and why they are so important for understanding the general health of the river; meet Alex Jones of Riverfly Monitoring Project – 11.30am and 1.30pm\nEnjoy some ‘water’ music by ‘Misspent Ukes’\, our local U3A ukulele band\, at lunchtime\nBring a picnic and wear weather-proof clothes!\n\nFor enquiries please email: verityrichardson@gmail.com or call: 07929 889091. \nBrought to you by: Stourvale Action for the Environment (SAFE). \n  \n \n     
URL:https://swanforwildlife.org/event/international-rivers-day/
LOCATION:Shipston Bridge\, Shipston-on-Stour\, Warwickshire\, CV36 4AW\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:River Hope,Rivers,Stourvale
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260313T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260313T170000
DTSTAMP:20260228T113923Z
CREATED:20260222T115308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260228T113923Z
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SUMMARY:Living with water and rivers: now and into the future
DESCRIPTION:Part of River Hope’s The Gathering: For Water and Nature 6–15 March 2026\, this full day event explores how we live with water\, rivers and their biodiversity\, now and into the future. \nThis day brings together local and national voices to explore river health\, pollution\, adaptation and cross-party collaboration for the Avon and its local tributaries. It creates space and opportunity for all to share and reflect on the health of local rivers\, the causes and impacts of pollution\, and climate change and need for adaptation and resilience. It identifies actions we can take to restore Nature and strengthen communities and work together more collaboratively. Through a series of engaging panel discussions with national and local voices\, pledges and calls to action\, we will explore: \n\nTesting the waters: uncovering hidden pollutants\nFrom land to water: how river systems respond\nWater\, rivers and climate change: adaptation and resilience\nCross-party collaboration: hearing from our elected representatives\n\nThe event is free – pre-registration required: \n\n\nReserve a spot\n\n \n  \n\n  \nThe programme concludes with an evening film screening of “Jo in the Water” (Ticketed) and the launch of the Clean\, Green and Blue Challenge for Stratford-upon-Avon\, led by Rubbish Friends. \nWhether you are a local resident\, activist\, student\, policymaker\, land manager\, artist or simply someone who cares about water and Nature\, this event is for you! \nThis event has been made possible with the generous support of the Crowne Plaza Stratford-Upon-Avon\, Stratford Town Trust\, Purple Square Audio Visual Ltd\, the Launch Agency and Encode. \nSession collaborators: \n\nUK River Summit\nRivers Rights Network\nBeneath British Waters (filmmaker\, Mark Barrow)\nSafeAvon\nSouth Warwickshire Area Network for Wildlife (SWAN)\nNapton Environmental Action Team (NEAT)\nStratford Climate Action/Net Zero\nMoving Souls Dance\nManuela Perteghella MP\n\n        \n\nEvent organisers: Rubbish Friends Stratford-Upon-Avon and River Hope. \n———– \nAbout “The Gathering: for water and Nature”\nOriginally the vision of River Hope\, “The Gathering: For Water and Nature is an informative\, thought-provoking\, inspiring and collaborative programme celebrating water\, rivers and their ecosystems across South Warwickshire. \nRunning from Friday 6 to Sunday 15 March 2026 and including the International Day of Action for Rivers on Saturday 14 March\, The Gathering brings together science\, activism\, creative arts\, ceremony\, celebration\, and pledges for advocacy and practical action. It offers a mix of films\, data presentations\, talks and performances\, workshops\, panel discussions\, Q&A sessions with local and national speakers and insights from grassroots community groups. \nResidents and different categories of stakeholders can take new opportunities to listen to each other\, see water differently\, remember the value of water and Nature and our part in it\, and celebrate waterbodies as the lifeblood of the web of thriving life for millennia. This is an invitation to remember our deep relationships with water and Nature\, reflect on what values we give to them and work together to restore what is damaged and struggling today. \nFor the full programme of events\, visit The Gathering on River Hope’s website.
URL:https://swanforwildlife.org/event/living-with-water-and-rivers-now-and-into-the-future/
LOCATION:Crowne Plaza Hotel\, Bridgefoot\, Stratford-Upon-Avon\, Warwickshire\, CV37 6YR\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Dene,RAAR,River Hope,Rivers,Stourvale,Wellesbourne & Walton Flood ACtion Group
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ORGANIZER;CN="River Hope":MAILTO:info@riverhope.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260306T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260306T190000
DTSTAMP:20260228T113800Z
CREATED:20260202T195436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260228T113800Z
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SUMMARY:Robert Macfarlane - Is a River Alive?
DESCRIPTION:In a special event organised by the Stratford Literary Festival\, in partnership with River Hope\, the celebrated writer\, academic and performer Robert Macfarlane comes to Stratford-Upon-Avon on March 6th 2026. \nRobert will explain the transformative idea that rivers are not mere matter for human use\, but precious living things that should be recognised as such in both imagination and law. He’ll take us on a mind-expanding global journey into the history\, futures\, people and places of this ancient\, urgent concept. He’ll also talk about how\, around the world\, rivers are dying from pollution\, drought and damming\, but that a powerful movement is also underway to recognise the lives and rights of rivers – and to re-animate our relationships with these vast\, mysterious presences and landscapes we share. This movement is also beginning to ripple and flow locally for the water bodies and river catchments of South Warwickshire and Stratford-on-Avon District. \nRobert Macfarlane is best known for his books on landscape\, nature\, place\, people and language\, which include The Old Ways (2012)\, Landmarks (2015)\, The Lost Words with Jackie Morris (2017)\, and Underland (2019). \n\n\nBook tickets
URL:https://swanforwildlife.org/event/robert-macfarlane-is-a-river-alive/
LOCATION:Rother Street Arts House\, 14 Rother Street\, Stratford upon Avon\, Warwickshire\, CV37 6LU\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:River Hope,Rivers
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260306
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260316
DTSTAMP:20260228T111510Z
CREATED:20260203T122841Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260228T111510Z
UID:2155-1772755200-1773619199@swanforwildlife.org
SUMMARY:The Gathering: for water and Nature
DESCRIPTION:Join River Hope in and around Stratford-Upon-Avon between March 6-15\, 2026\, to see water differently – as a living presence that connects people\, place and Nature. The programme was announced on 1 December 2025 – presentation outlining the overarching vision (Remember | Reflect | Restore). \nWe are co-creating an opportunity for people across South Warwickshire to come together for learning\, creative exploration and imagining\, reflection\, planning and action to mark the International Day of Action for Rivers on Saturday 14 March\, 2026. \nExpect: book talks\, film screenings\, exhibitions\, storytelling\, discussion panels\, workshops\, ceremonies and hands-on activities that bring together residents\, creatives\, environmentalists\, schools\, local organisations\, community groups and elected representatives. \nCollaborations with: Rubbish Friends\, Stratford Literary Festival\, Moving Souls Dance\, UK River Summit\, the Crowne Plaza Hotel\, Brook Arts Hub and more – to be announced soon. \nIf you are interested in co-creating events\, volunteering\, exhibiting and sponsorship\, please get in touch with River Hope directly: riverhopeinfo@gmail.com. \n\n\nRead more on River Hope website
URL:https://swanforwildlife.org/event/the-gathering-for-water-and-nature/
LOCATION:Stratford Upon Avon
CATEGORIES:RAAR,River Hope,Rivers
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260219T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260219T200000
DTSTAMP:20260203T121429Z
CREATED:20260203T121429Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T121429Z
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SUMMARY:SWAN Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Microsoft Teams meeting \nJoin: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/36398704527408?p=wZUnr76Alm2f9dmnjl \nMeeting ID: 363 987 045 274 08  \nPasscode: TN6oZ2ut  \nFor more information\, please email contact@swanforwildlife.org. \n 
URL:https://swanforwildlife.org/event/swan-meeting/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260216T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260216T200000
DTSTAMP:20260203T114757Z
CREATED:20260203T114757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T114757Z
UID:2148-1771266600-1771272000@swanforwildlife.org
SUMMARY:SWAN Hedge Connect group meeting
DESCRIPTION:Microsoft Teams meeting \nJoin: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/35288037535081?p=DzeUA0p92MPUyH5ahx \nMeeting ID: 352 880 375 350 81 \nPasscode: 9s5WB3Ht \nFor more information\, please email contact@swanforwildlife.org. \n  \n 
URL:https://swanforwildlife.org/event/swan-hedge-connect-group-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Hedgerows
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260207T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260207T143000
DTSTAMP:20260203T100438Z
CREATED:20260203T091623Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T100438Z
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SUMMARY:RAAR River Walk: Winter on the Arrow
DESCRIPTION:Community Walk and River Check-In\nLocation\nStart and finish at the Eric Payne Community Centre\, Alcesterwhat3words: ///nanny.earphones.view \nThis walk will follow the same accessible loop through Jubilee Fields and the nature reserve as our January walk. The aim is to create a regular\, welcoming space to walk together\, notice the river through the seasons\, and gradually build a shared understanding of how it is changing and what it needs. \nWe’ll take time to observe: \n\nhow the river looks after a month of heavy rain\nchanges in water levels and flow\nsigns of erosion or recovery\nwinter wildlife and early signs of growth\n\nNo expert knowledge is needed. These walks are about noticing\, talking\, listening and learning together. \nThe pace will be easy\, with stops along the way. The route is around a mile and a half and includes some muddy sections\, so sturdy footwear is recommended. \nDogs on leads are welcome. Children are welcome with supervision. You’re very welcome to come on your own or with friends. \nWe’ll be repeating this accessible loop monthly (weather permitting) to build connection\, continuity and a shared sense of care for the river. \nIf you’re able to join us or if you have any questions\, please email: riverarrowvolunteers@gmail.com
URL:https://swanforwildlife.org/event/raar-river-walk-winter-on-the-arrow/
LOCATION:Eric Payne Community Centre\, Alcester
CATEGORIES:RAAR,Rivers
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