Saturday 27 September – Sunday 2 November 2025
Get your broken household items and clothing fixed for free, learn new skills, save money, reduce waste and be part of York’s circular economy.
Help care for Rowntree Park’s Wildlife Area! Fun, hands-on tasks for all ages. No experience needed — just bring enthusiasm!
‘Bin it? No way!’ Repair Cafe set up in Acomb!
A short riverside walk to capture and shape the stories around the river, creativity, nature-based solutions, and community action.
Visit and be inspired by local homes that are better for people and planet: more comfortable, with lower energy bills and carbon emissions.
Join us for an afternoon of foraging in our local area and discussing best sustainable practices. We will be walking in and around Rowntree Park.
Nature Writing Workshop for families, young people and all who would like to explore the biodiversity of birds and other species creatively.
Harvest, clean & pack wildflower seeds to support pollinators! Fun, hands-on sessions in Rowntree Park. No experience needed.
Pop down to your local People Planet Pint meetup to find more about what's going on locally with sustainability and how you can get involved.
A few simple actions can make your garden a haven for nature. Join wildlife gardening expert, Vanessa Cook in her stunning garden, to learn how.
A few simple actions can make your garden a haven for nature. Join wildlife gardening expert, Vanessa Cook in her stunning garden, to learn how.
Meet the York Minster Gardening Team, find out how they are making a home for nature in the centre of York and join in with a seasonal gardening task.