Climate and Nature Hubs for York?
2024-10-10 19:00 - 20:00 UTC | https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/climate-and-nature-hubs-for-york/
Be part of an exciting new venture! Come along to this interactive workshop on-line and help shape proposals for a network of York Climate & Nature Hubs.
Come and give us your views on whether York should have a network of neighbourhood groups & physical spaces to support community action impacting climate and nature. Your views will be included in a major funding bid to the National Lottery.
Book here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/york-climate-nature-hubs-tickets-976128595907
Zoom Link for tonight:
Zoom link: https://tinyurl.com/556xjhbd
Zoom Meeting ID: 950 9443 0329
Passcode: [REDACTED]

YorkCliConnect x Remedy: End of YEW2024 Celebration
2024-10-11 18:00 - 21:00 | Remedy, 24 Fossgate, York YO1 9TA, York, YO1 9TA
Celebrate and soak in some good company with YorkCliConnect and our hosts Remedy, York’s ‘pro-planet’ cafe/wine bar!
The perfect opportunity to reflect on YEW2024, connect with others and get inspired about environmental action in our city and beyond!
This event is for ages 18+. Booking is not required but recommended – please reserve tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/york-environment-week-york-cliconnect-social-tickets-971994781557?aff=oddtdtcreator

St Nicks Autumn Fayre
2024-10-12 13:00 - 17:00 | St Nicks Environment Centre and Nature Reserve, Rawdon Ave, York, YO10 3FW
Come to a celebration of nature’s harvest and the environment. With live music throughout along with foraging walks, apple pressing, woodland adventures, circus skills, Qigong, crafts, tombola’s, cake stalls, refreshments from local breweries & distilleries and more.
A warm welcome for all with plenty of activities and stalls for families.
Set in our 24-acre nature reserve, enjoy an afternoon of entertainment, learning and community!
Donations to help St Nicks charity continue their work are greatly appreciated.

Mother Earth Drama workshop
2024-10-12 14:00 - 16:00 | 2-4 Millers Yard, Gillygate, York, YO31 7EB
This drama workshop is designed for the whole family with the aim to raise awareness about climate change, the importance of protecting the environment and the role we play individually in it. The workshop explores theatre games, drama activities and discussions.
Age 5+. No booking required.
Workshop leader: Aracelly Firmo
Workshop assistant: Ana Silvério

York Open Eco Homes
2024-10-13 10:00 - 16:00
Visit one or more local homes that don’t cost the Earth to run. Learn from the hosts’ experiences and find inspiration for your own home.
You will see a great variety of energy saving measures, from draught-proofing and insulation to heat pumps and solar panels. More than 10 homes and an all electric caravan will be opening their doors to visitors over 3 days.
Book a free tour for one or all! Homes and addresses will be supplied after booking.
Children must be accompanied. Book via the link below or contact York Community Energy:
https://buytickets.at/yce

Art in creation @ York Minster
2024-10-15 19:00 - 20:00 | York Minster, Minster Yard, Deangate, York, YO1 7HH, United Kingdom
An opportunity to reflect upon environmental issues globally and locally, by using art as a starting point for discussion and reflection. People will learn a little about the artwork chosen and how it speaks to the issues of the environment/climate justice/ global warming etc.
There will be an opportunity for discussion and questions. This is an event perfect for those wanting to explore these issues in a different way using art as a springboard.
This is an 18+ event. No booking required.
Entry through the South Transept door. Blue badge parking is available on Deangate.

The Groves Repair Café
2025-09-27 09:30 - 12:00 | St Thomas’s Church Hall, Lowther Street, York, YO31 7ND, United Kingdom
This is an opportunity to get your broken household items fixed for free – from toasters to teapots, electronics to egg-timers – and to get clothing and fabrics mended. A chance to save money on buying new whilst reducing waste and being part of York’s growing circular economy.
Suitable for all ages, under 16s to be accompanied by an adult.
This event is free but donations are welcome. Any donations made will be used to support the continuation of the Repair Café.
Booking is not required.

Wildlife in Action: Volunteer Session
2025-09-27 10:00 - 12:00 | Rowntree Park, Terry Avenue, York, YO23 1JQ
Join us for a relaxed, hands-on morning caring for the Wildlife Area in Rowntree Park. Help with seasonal tasks like weeding, scything, and habitat care in a space designed to support biodiversity.
No experience needed — just bring enthusiasm and clothes you don’t mind getting muddy. All ages welcome and tools provided. A great way to connect with nature and support local wildlife.
Suitable for adults (children 11+ with parents/carers also welcome).

Acomb Repair Cafe
2025-09-27 10:00 - 13:00 | Acomb Methodist Church, Front Street, Acomb, York, YO24 3BX
What to do with that beloved jumper with holes in it, a toaster that no longer works, that one thing that needs gluing…?
Bin it? No way!
Bring it to the Acomb Repair Cafe, launching on Saturday 27th September, at Acomb Methodist Church, 10am – 1pm. Our skilled volunteer fixers will see what they can do, and show you how to fix, too.
Children must be supervised. No charge for repairs, but donations welcome. And it’s a cafe, so you can get a tea or coffee too.

Nature Positive!
2025-09-27 10:30 - 12:30 | York Experimental Archaeology Research (YEAR) Centre, Heslington, York, YO10 5NG
A new Ecological Management Plan for the University of York campus is under development, with the aim of delivering a nature-positive campus that supports all the members of the university community, whatever their role, background or species, to achieve their full potential.
In this event, we will share our vision for a nature positive campus, and provide opportunities to take part in an interactive learning or nature connection experience.
We will begin with an update of the progress on our new ecological management plan, including some of the ideas and suggestions we received from our campus survey. We will then guide participants through a range of activities, including a tour of the York Experimental Archaeology Research Centre, and a sensory / mindfulness activity led by Alison Dyke.
This event is suitable for ages 8+.

York Rivers Trail: A creative walk shaping the stories of water, climate and community
2025-09-28 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-09-28 12:00 - 13:00 | North Street Gardens, North Street Gardens, North Street, York, YO1 6JD, United Kingdom
Join us for the soft launch of the York Rivers Trail – a new way to experience the rivers that shape our city.
Blending art, science and local voices, this self-guided trail explores how York is responding to the climate crisis through creativity, nature-based solutions, and community action.
Expect an hour of connection, conversation and new perspectives on York’s rivers. There will be one walk at 10:00 and one walk at 12:00.
Suitable for all ages. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Booking is required for this event and can be done here.

York Open Eco Homes
2025-09-28 10:00 - 16:00
Visit local homes that are better for people and planet: more comfortable, with lower energy bills and carbon emissions. Learn from the hosts’ experiences and find inspiration for your own home. See a great variety of energy saving measures, from draught-proofing and insulation to heat pumps and solar panels.
YCE and St Nicks are marking the tenth anniversary of the event, with more than 10 homes welcoming visitors. Book a free tour for one or all!
Home addresses will be supplied after booking. Under 18s must be accompanied by an adult.
Book via https://buytickets.at/yce or email ivana@yorkcommunityenergy.org.uk

A workshop to explore the environmental impacts of war
2025-09-28 12:00 - 13:00 | Friargate Quaker Meeting House, Friargate Quaker Meeting House, Friargate, York, YO1 9RL, United Kingdom
This workshop opens up a chance to explore and learn about the many environmental impacts of warfare and preparation for war. There will be a short presentation as well as practical activities and an opportunity for small group discussion.
We will face some challenging themes but in a supportive way which will be accessible to people of all ages.
Through a lens of “climate justice” we will look at how seemingly different problems AND the solutions are actually connected.
No minimum age restriction.

Planet South Bank foraging walk led by local forager Carl Wain
2025-09-28 14:00 - 15:30 | Rowntree Park, Terry Avenue, York, YO23 1JQ
A chance to learn about the edible plants available in York’s hedgerows and public spaces. Ideal for families, local residents and nature lovers.
Suitable for all ages.
Booking is required and can be done here. Booking is essential as places are limited to 25 people so that everyone has the opportunity to hear Carl and join in with the discussions.
This event is free and donations are welcomed when you book. Donations will shared between the Friends of Rowntree Park and Planet South Bank.
The event will start by the dovecot, near to the Rowntree Park Reading Café.

Seed Harvesting
2025-09-29 13:00 - 15:30 | Rowntree Park, Terry Avenue, York, YO23 1JQ
Join us for a series of fun, hands-on sessions exploring Rowntree Park’s wildflowers and pollinator plants. Learn how to collect, clean, and pack seeds while discovering their vital role in supporting bees, butterflies, and biodiversity. No experience needed — just bring enthusiasm and enjoy connecting with nature and community!
Ideally, the sessions will follow on from each other but can be done individually. Meet underneath the Rowntree Park Reading Café.
Donations accepted towards Friends of Rowntree Park – the charity that helps maintain and improve Rowntree Park.
Event suitable for ages 18+. Booking is required and can be done here.

The Life Sized City - Screening and Discussion
2025-09-29 19:00 - 21:00 | https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/the-life-sized-city-screening/
The Life Sized City is a documentary series shaped and presented by charismatic Danish urbanist Mikael Colville-Andersen, which examines one city a time what it is that makes big places liveable; what makes them life sized? The first in a monthly series, we’ll meet using Zoom and will screen the episode looking at Barcelona, for an hour’s watching and comment, and then an hour’s discussion about what we’ve seen and how we might use it to shape the future York into a place which works for us.
Booking is required for this event: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1670670894619?aff=oddtdtcreator
No minimum age requirement.

Curious & Creative Gardening Tour: Wildlife-Friendly Museum Gardens
2025-09-30 14:00 - 15:00 | Yorkshire Museum Gardens, Museum St, York, YO1 7FR, United Kingdom
Learn about the initiatives and interventions York Museums Trust’s Gardens Team have made to make their busy public garden more wildlife friendly. Take a tour around over 10 acres of grounds, discovering inspiration for your own garden or workplace green spaces.
You’ll learn about climate change and biodiversity, discover the importance of insects for the food chain and how to manage your green space throughout the seasons to create wildlife habitat, and adopt a new perspective with some native weeds.

Suited to people aged 12+ with an interest in making green spaces more wildlife friendly. Under 16’s must be accompanied by and adult.
Meet on the hard standing in front of the entrance to the Yorkshire Museum. The tour will take an accessible route around the Museum Gardens.
York Museums Trust opens York Museum Gardens free of charge for all to enjoy. As a registered charity, York Museum Trust encourage visitors to consider donating to enable the Trust to continue maintaining and preserving their gardens and buildings for generations to come.
Booking required and can be done here.
Please note: This event is weather dependant. If adverse weather conditions cause this event to be cancelled, ticket holders will be notified.

People, Planet, Pint: York Environment Festival Edition
2025-09-30 18:00 - 21:00 | Brew York, Unit 6, Enterprise Complex, Walmgate, York, YO1 9TT, United Kingdom
No pitches, PowerPoints or panels. Just People, Planet, Pint/s.
Your local meetup is a great place to start your journey or continue learning, and meet diverse people to chat about life and how we can sustain it. Every job is a climate job, so come along and learn about how you can take action, as well as what is going on locally.
No age restrictions, but event is located in a pub and includes alcohol.
Booking is required and can be done here.

Is environmentally sustainable AI possible? Panel Discussion
2025-09-30 19:00 - 20:00 | https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/sustainable-ai-panel-discussion/
AI is going to change the world. But can it protect the planet?
The climate crisis feels more urgent than ever. But with companies racing to develop faster, better, and more powerful AI across the globe, the demand on our planet’s resources is only getting stronger. Is environmentally sustainable AI possible?
We’re bringing together York researchers, alumni and friends across the sector to answer this very question.
No minimum age restriction.

Create a Wildlife Haven in your Garden
2025-10-01 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-10-01 11:30 - 12:30 | Stillingfleet Lodge Gardens, Stewart Ln, Stillingfleet, York, Yorkshire, YO19 6HP, United Kingdom
Recently described as “the Mary Berry of gardening,” Vanessa Cook has been managing her garden for wildlife for 40 years. Join her on a guided walk to see the many ingredients that makes her garden a wildlife haven.
Learn how a few small actions in your garden or community space can make it a beacon of hope for local wildlife.
Each walk will be 60 minutes long, from 10:00 – 11:00 and from 11:30 to 12:30. There will be time to enjoy our tea room, shop and plant nursery after you have been on the walk, but please be aware that the garden will close at 13:00.
Suitable for all ages. Blue badge parking is available and there are plenty of benches around the garden.
Meet at the entrance hut. Places are limited, so pre-booking is essential. This can be done here.

Leading Environmental Education: Case Studies & Personalized Curriculum Support
2025-10-01 11:00 - 11:40 | https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/environmental-education-case-studies-curriculum-support/
This event introduces environmental education at the upper secondary level, showcasing award-winning programs recognized by UNESCO as case studies. It also offers free advisory support for university students and educators interested in developing their own environmental curricula. Ideal for educators passionate about sustainability, the event provides first-hand insights into leading practices and the chance to receive personalized guidance in curriculum design.
Suitable for ages 16+.
This event will be online only. Please use the following details to join:

https://us04web.zoom.us/j/77006444948?pwd=[REDACTED]
Meeting ID: 770 0644 4948
Password: [REDACTED]

Climate Fresk @ UoY
2025-10-01 14:00 - 17:00 | Sustainability Clinic, Market Square, University of York, Sustainability Clinic, Market Square, University of York, York, YO105DD
Interested in Joining a climate science workshop? Climate Fresk is a 3 hour interactive workshop based on the IPCC reports – the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change. The collaborative Climate Fresk workshop will teach you the fundamental science behind climate change and empower you to take action through small group discussion, reflecting on emotions and collaborative action planning. Suitable for anyone wanting to develop their understanding of this topic.
Booking required at: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdP8G-tVOQj8O3jL6iQudvtCmCbdlhUMOsIr0mrK5uYmHf4mA/viewform
Age restrictions: 16+

Hands on with the gardeners @ York Minster
2025-10-02 10:00 - 12:00 | York Minster, Minster Yard, Deangate, York, YO1 7HH, United Kingdom
Meet the York Minster Gardening Team to hear about how they are making a home for nature in the centre of York and join in with a seasonal gardening task such as planting, preparing wildflower areas, making compost, surveying the bird nest boxes and tidying the gardens. A suitable task for the session will be chosen nearer the time.
Under 18s must be accompanied by an adult.
Booking is required for this event. To do so, please send an email to works@yorkminster.org
Event will start by the Sensory Garden near to the Old Palace Library (YO1 7JQ).
Blue Badge parking is available on Deangate.

Plant Propagation Workshop
2025-10-02 13:00 - 15:00 | Homestead Park Pavillion, The Homestead, 40 Water End, York, YO30 6WP, United Kingdom
Join the garden team at Homestead Park for a workshop on dividing perennials.
We will begin with a walk through the park with the park team. We will practise lifting from plants, then return to our glasshouses to divide and propagate them, covering the principles of division and plant aftercare.
You will have a plant to take home – pots and compost will be provided. If you prefer to garden with gloves, please bring a pair with you.
Open to everybody – especially suited to beginners. Booking is required and can be done here.
All under 18s should be accompanied by a guardian.
Meet outside the Homestead Park Pavilion – What Three Words: https://w3w.co/haven.splash.unique

Travel to school on the 'BikeBus'!
2025-10-02 17:00 - 18:00 | https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/travel-to-school-on-the-bikebus/
A BikeBus is a group of people who cycle together on a set route on a set timetable. Many school communities are setting up BikeBuses, making the school run safer, healthy and more fun.
A one hour online presentation plus Q&A with:

Hamish Belding; FRideDays Bike Bus Project Coordinator
Vicky Walter; May Park Bike Bus, Bristol
Loz Hennessy; Green Schools Project, Bristol
Hazel Peacock; Oatlands Bike Bus, Harrogate

Could your school community start York’s first BikeBus?
Suitable for all ages, but aimed towards adults/parents with children.
This event is online. Booking is required and can be done here. The link for the Zoom sign-in for the event will be emailed out on October 1st.

Friends of the Earth present an Audience with our Representatives - Local, Regional and National
2025-10-03 19:00 - 21:00 | Central Methodist Church, Central Methodist Church St. Saviourgate, York, YO1 8NQ, United Kingdom
An invitation to meet York politicians and debate the city’s place in the local, regional and national environment.
Rachael Maskell: MP York Central
Cllr. Kilbane: York & North Yorks. Deputy Mayor, Combined Authority Member
Cllr. Douglas: Leader of City Council, Combined Authority member, Vice Chair of Yorks. & Humber Climate Commission
Cllr. Kent: City Council Exec. for Environment
Questions can be submitted in advance but contributions will also be taken from the floor on the night.
If you are planning to attend, you should register here.
This form will also give you the opportunity to submit a question for the panel.
Please note the venue is fully accessible. Those under 16 should be accompanied by a responsible adult.
Donations towards Friends of the Earth accepted.

Parent and Toddler Group
2025-10-04 10:00 - 12:00 | York Steiner School, York Steiner School, Fulford Cross, Fulford, York, YO10 4BP, United Kingdom
Welcome to all children aged up to four years with their parents or grandparents to our magical Parent and Child group.
During the session there will be plenty of time for free play in our lovely room full of interesting places to explore. We’ll share seasonal crafts, songs and a story to help deepen the connection of both adults and children with the natural world.
We’ll sit down together to share a fruit-based meal – where the children may join in with helping us to prepare and serve the food.
Suitable for children up to age 4 (plus accompanying adult).
Booking is required and can be done here.

Gardening for Wildlife in Autumn
2025-10-04 10:30 - 12:15 | Room 1, Clifton Explore Centre, Rawcliffe Drive, York, YO30 6NS, Clifton Explore Centre, Rawcliffe Drive, York, YO30 6NS, United Kingdom
Come along to discover how you can really make a difference for wildlife in your garden over autumn and winter by creating a mosaic of habitats and establishing food sources, shelter and water features to increase biodiversity on your doorstep. We’ll explore a range of practical steps you can take in even the smallest of spaces and you’ll create some wildflower seed balls to take home and sow in your outdoor space.
All ages welcome. Booking required and can be done here.
