Practical Conservation
York YorkPractical outdoor activities in & around York. Get outdoors, connect with people & nature, learn new things, improve green spaces. Join in, feel good!
Saturday 3 October – Sunday 1 November 2026
Practical outdoor activities in & around York. Get outdoors, connect with people & nature, learn new things, improve green spaces. Join in, feel good!
Join a welcoming volunteer group and help us to improve Hull Road Park for people and for wildlife!
Weeds! Hear how the Council manages them, Learn How to Opt Your Street out of chemical spraying, and think about the value of some street plants.
Wild Friday sessions at Hull Road Park may involve helping to maintain the wildlife areas, eco crafting, habitat building, wildlife surveys and walks.
Children & families half-term environmental themed activities!
York Cycle Campaign city centre gentle group ride ending at sociable venue with bike parking nearby.
Help shape a greener future through practical conservation in Rowntree Park's unique Wildlife Area. No experience needed.
Find out about the once-and-future wetlands of South Bank in this unusual immersive art installation.
Find out about the once-and-future wetlands of South Bank in this unusual immersive art installation.
Based on research from Climate Outreach we’ll share tools, practice with each other and you will leave with ideas you can try out right away.
Cultivate Kindness - Give yourself the time that you deserve, to be present and to help calm the nervous system with our Sound Bath and Yoga.
