York Environment Festival

Practical Conservation Volunteer
2024-10-08 09:00 - 16:30, 2024-10-09 09:00 - 16:30, 2024-10-10 09:00 - 16:30 UTC | Tang Hall Community Centre, Fifth Ave, Tang Hall, York, York, YO31 0UG
Practical outdoor volunteer sessions in and around York. Our tasks vary from pond building to tree planting. This is a great chance to learn skills, make friends and enjoy being outdoors whilst carrying out practical work to help improve places for people and the environment.
We are a friendly mixed-age group, we are an inclusive organisation and there is no knowledge or previous experience needed for you to join in. Note: this activity is only suitable for ages 15+.
This event runs every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, and during York Environment Weeks we’ll also meet on Sunday 8 September and Sunday 22 September.
Please email york@tcv.org.uk to tell us which sessions you are joining.
Once you’ve booked, you can either meet us on-site or at the Tang Hall community centre at 9am. Our minibus can transport up to 8 volunteers to site.

Tuesday Nature Rides
2024-10-08 12:15 - 13:30 | Centre of Millenium Bridge
Short, inclusive bike rides of around an hour with around 4 miles of cycling. Free bike hire available.
These nature rides include spotting the nature around us and taking time to pause and connect.
Starting from the centre of Millenium Bridge. https://what3words.com/cheese.caked.wire
Booking is essential, get in touch for any extra support.
More details and booking here: https://yorkbikebelles.community/takethegreenroute/
This is part of our Autumn Nature Programme with weekly nature walks, rides and workshops until 9 December 2024

Cycling Without Age Nature Rides
2024-10-08 14:00 - 16:30 | Cycle Heaven Hospital Fields, 31 Hospital Fields Road, Fulford, York, YO10 4FS
Passenger Cycling Without Age Nature Rides on a Triobike, starting from Cycle Heaven in Fulford.
Rides take place at 2pm and 3:30pm in our comfortable Triobike. One of our brilliant volunteer pedallers will take you out for an hour on the bike to enjoy the green spaces around the south of the city.
Booking essential via takethegreenroute@gmail.com
More details here: https://yorkbikebelles.community/community-nature-rides/
This is part of our Autumn Nature Programme with weekly nature walks, rides and workshops until 9 December 2024

Art in creation @ York Minster
2024-10-08 19:00 - 20:00, 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.

Wednesday Nature Walks
2024-10-09 12:30 - 13:30 | Centre of Millenium Bridge
Wednesday Nature Walks every Wednesday lunchtime at 12.30 pm. Meet in the middle of the Millennium Bridge. Just turn up! https://what3words.com/cheese.caked.wire
Short, inclusive walks of around an hour with around 1 mile of walking.
These nature walks include spotting the nature around us and taking time to pause and connect.
Get in touch for any extra support.
More details here: https://yorkbikebelles.community/takethegreenroute/
This is part of our Autumn Nature Programme with weekly nature walks, rides and workshops until 9 December 2024

Climate Fresk
2024-10-09 13:00 - 16:00 | Sustainability Clinic, University of York Campus West, Heslington, York, Yorkshire, YO10 5DD
Want to help tackle climate change but don’t have the time to become a climate scientist? In just three hours, the Climate Fresk workshop will teach you the fundamental science behind climate change and empower you to take action.
Climate Fresk runs all over the world and supports the power of small-scale discussions creating large scale change towards climate in terms of attitudes and action. Suitable for 16 years+.
Please complete this form to book, and email esay@york.ac.uk with any questions: complete this form to book.
Accessibility note: The door to the room is wide enough for most wheelchairs and there is an accessible toilet. Please contact Daisy at esay@york.ac.uk with any requirements beforehand so that they can be accommodated.
For more information about the venue, visit this page.
For those not familiar with the campus, there is more information here: https://www.york.ac.uk/about/transport-maps-parking/

Visions of York's Future Economy- NOTE CHANGE OF VENUE
2024-10-09 18:00 - 20:00 | York Gin, 12 Pavement York, York, YO1 9UP
Join us for an intimate fireside chat and networking event, highlighting the local businesses already paving the way towards a good net-zero world.
Hosted by the Future Economy of York working group of York Climate Commission, and sponsored by the regional Trade Union Congress and Chamber of Commerce, you’ll hear how York organisations are positively pursuing green practices and what lessons they’ve learnt on the way.
For ages 18+. Please book online: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/visions-of-yorks-future-economy-tickets-976100481817
PLEASE NOTE THE CHANGE OF VENUE FOR THIS EVENT

Climate change, Health and the Role of the VCSE Sector
2024-10-10 10:00 - 12:00 | Priory Street Community Centre, 15 Priory Street, York, YO1 6ET
Join us for a morning of engaging talks and interactive activities. This session will bring together public health experts and those working, or volunteering, in the Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprise (VCSE) sector in York. We will explore why climate change is a public health issue, its impact on York and how health fits into it. Discover the vital role the VCSE sector plays in addressing these challenges.
Please book on Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/climate-change-health-and-the-role-of-the-vcse-sector-tickets-965832921267

Climate and Nature Hubs for York?
2024-10-10 19:00 - 20:00 | 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
