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SUMMARY:York rivers trail: The rivers and us
DESCRIPTION:York rivers trail: The rivers and us is an exhibition exploring the relationship between people\, rivers\, nature and place in York. \nThrough photography\, stories and creative responses inspired by York’s rivers\, visitors will discover perspectives on nature\, heritage\, wellbeing and climate resilience. Part of the wider York rivers trail programme\, the exhibition invites reflection on the importance of rivers to communities\, nature and York’s future. \nNo tickets needed – please visit during CityScreen opening times. \nFind out more about the York Rivers Trail here: https://www.york.gov.uk/YorkRiversTrail
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/york-rivers-trail-the-rivers-and-us/
LOCATION:City Screen Picture House\, 13-17 Coney St\, York\, YO1 9QL
CATEGORIES:Climate Education,Getting Creative,Wheelchair access
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SUMMARY:Climate Fresk
DESCRIPTION:Take part in a 3-hour interactive workshop to understand the causes and consequences of climate change and how to take action: open to all. \nThis collaborative workshop uses an interactive card game to make the fundamental science behind climate change accessible and empowers participants to take action. Climate facts are sourced from scientific publications found in the IPCC reports: these are the same reports that inform global political and economic decision-making at the highest level. \nSuitable for ages 16+. Note: spaces are limited.  Later submissions may be placed on a waiting list. \nPlease sign up to secure your spot and make us aware of any accessibility requirements via our Google sign up form https://forms.gle/xdRbXDz1yMBv7jMY6 \nFind the Sustainability Clinic on the University of York Campus West – here is a link to the interactive university map: https://www.york.ac.uk/map/#locidmsd-r-b10 \nIf you have any questions about our sessions\, or can no longer attend\, please contact esay@york.ac.uk
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/esay-climate-fresk/2026-10-07/
LOCATION:Sustainability Clinic\, University of York Campus West\, Heslington\, York\, Yorkshire\, YO10 5DD
CATEGORIES:Climate Education,Socials,Wheelchair access
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SUMMARY:Cultivating Biodiversity in a Churchyard
DESCRIPTION:In this short\, informal talk\, Beki Hagger from St Nicks will talk about how the church grounds are being managed for biodiversity\, providing a vital link in the ‘Green Corridors’ through the urban centre of York and creating a sanctuary for local wildlife. \nThe event aims to inspire others with custodianship of even small patch of land to consider management that allows flora and fauna to thrive as it has in the grounds of this historic church. \nAll welcome\, so come along – no booking needed. Any donations support the maintenance and running of the historic church and public engagement activities.
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/cultivating-biodiversity-churchyard/
LOCATION:All Saints North Street\, York\, YO1 6JD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Climate Education,Wheelchair access
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SUMMARY:Get to grips with Climate Science: Climate Fresk workshop
DESCRIPTION:Understanding climate science might seem intimidating\, but it’s important we get to grips with it. The Climate Fresk turns climate science into a team game\, where we work together to connect the causes\, mechanisms and effects of the climate crisis\, and what we can do about it. \nJoin an interactive workshop with trained facilitators to look at climate science in more detail\, learn together\, challenge our assumptions and talk about the future. \nFind us at : Homestead Park Pavillion. The Homestead\, 40 Water End York YO30 6WP\, what3words.com/flips.nurses.renew (Find out more about what3words here) \nBook Online: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/york-get-to-grips-with-climate-science-homestead-park-tickets-1993445700753 \nSuitable for ages 14+.
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/get-to-grips-with-climate-science-climate-fresk/
LOCATION:Homestead Park Pavillion\, The Homestead\, 40 Water End\, York\, YO30 6WP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Climate Education
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SUMMARY:Permaculture\, the park\, and climate justice guided tour
DESCRIPTION:This gardener-led tour is a chance to explore Homestead Park through a permaculture lens. \nThe park team work to create a wonder filled space which also supports our ecosystems in a time of climate crisis – a lot of thought goes into it! This tour is great for those who want to dig beneath the surface and discover the “why?” behind the park’s methods and practices. \nOptional tea\, cake and connection to follow. No booking required\, just turn up! \nMeet outside the Homestead Park pavilion (whatthreewords reference: ///ears.feast.boots). Please be aware\, we may go off the beaten track and stand for periods of time.
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/park-and-climate-justice-guided-tour/
LOCATION:Homestead Park Pavillion\, The Homestead\, 40 Water End\, York\, YO30 6WP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Blue badge parking,Climate Education,In The Garden,Learning,Out In Nature,Wheelchair access
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