BEGIN:VCALENDAR
VERSION:2.0
PRODID:-//York Environment Festival - ECPv6.17.3.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN
CALSCALE:GREGORIAN
METHOD:PUBLISH
X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk
X-WR-CALDESC:Events for York Environment Festival
REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H
X-Robots-Tag:noindex
X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H
BEGIN:VTIMEZONE
TZID:UTC
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:+0000
TZOFFSETTO:+0000
TZNAME:UTC
DTSTART:20240101T000000
END:STANDARD
END:VTIMEZONE
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261010T133000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261010T150000
DTSTAMP:20260830T184455Z
CREATED:20260830T184455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260830T184455Z
UID:10000477-1791639000-1791644400@yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/YEFest-2026-event-calendar-image.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261010T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261010T170000
DTSTAMP:20260829T222515Z
CREATED:20260825T202424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T222515Z
UID:10000489-1791637200-1791651600@yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk
SUMMARY:St Nicks Autumn Fayre
DESCRIPTION:St Nicks’ Autumn Fayre is a free-to-attend\, community-led event for the whole family. Filled to the brim with good vibes and cosy Autumn cheer\, it helps and inspires people from York live more sustainably. All are welcome to come along and enjoy the activities\, live music\, food\, drink and fun! \nDrop in – all welcome!
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/st-nicks-autumn-fayre-2026/
LOCATION:St Nicks Environment Centre and Nature Reserve\, Rawdon Ave\, York\, YO10 3FW
CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Socials,Wheelchair access
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/St-Nicks-Autumn-Fayre-1820-x-720-px.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261010T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261010T130000
DTSTAMP:20260829T194203Z
CREATED:20260829T194203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T194203Z
UID:10000497-1791626400-1791637200@yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Climate-Fresk.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261009T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261009T190000
DTSTAMP:20260902T191411Z
CREATED:20260829T194039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T191411Z
UID:10000444-1791561600-1791572400@yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk
SUMMARY:STEWdent and Song
DESCRIPTION:YSJ Living Lab\, York Together and Singing Resistance York bring you a feast for your ears\, voice\, belly & mind. After a workshop to learn powerful songs of climate resilience\, you will then be fed a delicious\, vegan stew! \nYork Together will then bring their lively STEW model of grassroots funding to the Living Lab’s Friendly Living Fund. Students will each pitch their projects\, and the audience will then vote on which project will benefit young people and the climate the most. \n100% of donations raised will go to support student-led climate resilience projects. \nBooking essential: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/stewdent-and-song-tickets-1994947187741 \nFind out more at: \nInstagram: @ysj_livinglab\, @york.together\, @adderstone.duo and @singing_vicar (for Singing Resistance)\nLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/institute-for-social-justice-at-york-st-john-university/posts and an.finnegan for York Together \nKing’s Manor\, Exhibition Square\, YO1 7EP
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/stewdent-and-song/
LOCATION:King’s Manor\, Exhibition Square\, York\, YO1 7EP
CATEGORIES:BSL Interpreter,Climate Justice,Disabled toilet,Food and Drink,Socials,Wheelchair access
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Untitled-design-3.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261008T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261008T150000
DTSTAMP:20260902T210128Z
CREATED:20260902T210128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T210128Z
UID:10000503-1791468000-1791471600@yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/YEFest-2026-event-calendar-image.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261007T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261007T210000
DTSTAMP:20260829T193801Z
CREATED:20260829T193432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T193801Z
UID:10000496-1791396000-1791406800@yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk
SUMMARY:People\, Planet\, Pint Social & Networking
DESCRIPTION:As York Environment Festival kicks off\, York CliConnect are hosting a People\, Planet\, Pint sustainability meetup\, bringing people together for informal conversations over some drinks at Brew York. \nThis will be an unstructured and informal occasion\, so drop in whenever you like for as long as you like. So whether you’ve managed to make it to one of our events previously\, wanted to but couldn’t make it or are just interested to find out more/chat to others\, please come along. \nFind us at: Brew York beer hall\, Unit 6\, Enterprise Complex\, Walmgate\, York YO1 9TT (what3words.com/garden.encounter.pram) \nBooking isn’t required but you can let us know you’re coming at: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/york-small99s-people-planet-pinttm-sustainability-meetup-tickets-1977707504384 \nSuitable for 18+.
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/people-planet-pint-social-networking/
LOCATION:Brew York\, Unit 6\, Enterprise Complex\, Walmgate\, York\, YO1 9TT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Socials
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/People-Planet-Pint.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261007T133000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261007T163000
DTSTAMP:20260902T202756Z
CREATED:20260829T223612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T202756Z
UID:10000518-1791379800-1791390600@yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Climate-Fresk-UoY-scaled-e1788380604309.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261004T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261004T160000
DTSTAMP:20260829T205235Z
CREATED:20250827T210803Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T205235Z
UID:10000292-1791115200-1791129600@yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk
SUMMARY:Street-re-Cycle
DESCRIPTION:This is a great community and family event and involves walking or cycling round streets in the South Bank area of York and picking up all sorts of useful\, interesting things that other householders are passing on – either free or for a small charge or donation to charity. Items include books\, CDs\, toys and games\, clothes\, bric-a-brac\, small items of furniture as well as items such as carpet remnants\, half tins of paints\, material etc can can be re-used and saved from landfill.  \nSuitable for all ages. \nThe list of addresses of participating households will be on the Planet South Bank website\, displayed in the local Sainsbury’s and in local shops. Any donations will help to continue to organise and run community events.
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/street-re-cycle/
LOCATION:South Bank\, York\, South Bank\, York\, YO23 1FA
CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Sustainable Living
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/street-re-cycle-e1787432908385.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261003T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261003T211500
DTSTAMP:20260830T192220Z
CREATED:20260830T192032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260830T192220Z
UID:10000484-1791054000-1791062100@yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk
SUMMARY:York Long Table
DESCRIPTION:An affordable\, nourishing community meal focused on good food sourced from local producers and growers\, cooked by the wonderful team at Yahala Mataam. Inspired by Denmark’s social dining culture\, York Long Table encourages diners to connect with people whilst enjoying their meal over conversation topics relating to food. Discover where your meal has come from\, meet local growers and discuss how you could enjoy more local\, good food. \nDonations on a pay-what-you-can basis\, suggested amount £8. Book your place here: https://yorklongtable.eventbrite.com \nSuitable for ages 3+\, with all under 12s to be accompanied by an adult.
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/york-long-table/
LOCATION:The Citadel\, 69A Gillygate\, York\, YO31 7EA
CATEGORIES:Food and Drink,Socials,Sustainable Living,Wheelchair access
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/YEFest-2026-event-calendar-image.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261003T123000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261003T140000
DTSTAMP:20260901T190837Z
CREATED:20260829T221937Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T190837Z
UID:10000490-1791030600-1791036000@yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk
SUMMARY:Nature walk on University of York campus
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a walk round one of the University’s two campuses – both have large lakes but with very different characters. These are some of the very best places for wildlife within the City of York. In early Autumn\, some of the summer migrant birds may still be present at the same time as the winter migrants start arriving. It will also be a chance to learn what birds and flowers to look for at other times of year. \nPlease wear walking shoes/boots and bring binoculars if available. \nWe’re meeting at Field Lane\, where the footpath to Heslington Church meets Field Lane (close to U1 and U2 bus stop). \nMeeting Point Coordinates: 53.946964\, -1.043979. \nPostcode: YO10 5DE \nDrop in – no booking needed.
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/university-of-york-nature-walk/
LOCATION:Field Lane\, York\, YO10 5DE
CATEGORIES:Out In Nature
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Untitled-design-4.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261003T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261003T131500
DTSTAMP:20260831T135949Z
CREATED:20260831T135949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T135949Z
UID:10000455-1791028800-1791033300@yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk
SUMMARY:York rivers trail: Stories\, nature and resilience along the river
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a guided exploration of the newly launched York rivers trail and discover how York’s rivers support nature\, shape communities and contribute to a more climate-resilient city. \nParticipants will explore local history\, biodiversity and environmental change while reflecting on their relationship with York’s waterways and sharing ideas to help shape the trail’s future. \nThe York rivers trail is a City of York Council and Ousewem initiative exploring the relationship between people\, place and water. Working with local communities\, artists\, schools\, historians and environmental organisations\, we create opportunities for people to discover York’s rivers through nature\, creativity\, heritage and climate resilience. Our aim is to connect more people with the environment and inspire positive action for future generations. \nReserve your spot here: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/cityofyorkcouncil1/2364580 \nFind out more: www.york.gov.uk/york-rivers-trail
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/york-rivers-trail-stories-nature-and-resilience-along-the-river/2026-10-03/2/
LOCATION:North Street Gardens\, North Street Gardens\, North Street\, York\, YO1 6JD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Out In Nature,Wheelchair access
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/47-Stories-Nature-and-Resilience-1820-x-720.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261003T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261003T160000
DTSTAMP:20260829T181936Z
CREATED:20260829T181936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T181936Z
UID:10000488-1791021600-1791043200@yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk
SUMMARY:Future Eco Warriors seed the Rampart of York City Walls
DESCRIPTION:The young visitors will: \n• Be helped to identify what is growing on the rampart now\n• Learn of the five-year programme to increase wildflowers by reducing soil nutrients\n• The pollinator-friendly plants which will be growing in the future\n• How the rampart will look in 7 and 70 years time\n• The part they can play in bringing this about \nThey will cap this off by making their own seed pot out of newspaper and sowing a wildflower seed to take away as the beginning of their eco-warrior lives. \nSuitable for ages 4+. No booking required\, just drop in! \nFind us at the Fishergate Postern Tower\, Piccadilly\, York YO1 9AF. \n 
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/future-eco-warriors-seed-the-rampart-of-york-city-walls/
LOCATION:Fishergate Postern Tower\, Piccadilly\, York\, YO1 9AF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Wheelchair access
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/YEFest-2026-event-calendar-image.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261003T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261003T120000
DTSTAMP:20260829T192933Z
CREATED:20260829T192847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T192933Z
UID:10000494-1791021600-1791028800@yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk
SUMMARY:People's Emergency Briefing
DESCRIPTION:The People’s Emergency Briefing is an eye-opening film featuring nine leading UK climate experts who share up-to-date insights\, including about extreme weather\, food security\, health and the cost of living. The film is based on the National Emergency Briefing that took place in Westminster with appearances from Chris Packham\, Deborah Meaden\, Jennifer Saunders and a range of voices from across the UK. After the film we will hold discussion about what this all means for us here in York. \nSuitable for ages 16+. \nHomestead Park Pavillion. The Homestead\, 40 Water End York YO30 6WP (what3words.com/flips.nurses.renew) \nBook Online: https://buytickets.at/yorkcliconnect/2300502
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/peoples-emergency-briefing/
LOCATION:Homestead Park Pavillion\, The Homestead\, 40 Water End\, York\, YO30 6WP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Climate Education,Sustainable Living
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Peoples-Emergency-Briefing.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261003T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261003T111500
DTSTAMP:20260831T135949Z
CREATED:20260831T135949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T135949Z
UID:10000454-1791021600-1791026100@yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk
SUMMARY:York rivers trail: Stories\, nature and resilience along the river
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a guided exploration of the newly launched York rivers trail and discover how York’s rivers support nature\, shape communities and contribute to a more climate-resilient city. \nParticipants will explore local history\, biodiversity and environmental change while reflecting on their relationship with York’s waterways and sharing ideas to help shape the trail’s future. \nThe York rivers trail is a City of York Council and Ousewem initiative exploring the relationship between people\, place and water. Working with local communities\, artists\, schools\, historians and environmental organisations\, we create opportunities for people to discover York’s rivers through nature\, creativity\, heritage and climate resilience. Our aim is to connect more people with the environment and inspire positive action for future generations. \nReserve your spot here: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/cityofyorkcouncil1/2364580 \nFind out more: www.york.gov.uk/york-rivers-trail
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/york-rivers-trail-stories-nature-and-resilience-along-the-river/2026-10-03/1/
LOCATION:North Street Gardens\, North Street Gardens\, North Street\, York\, YO1 6JD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Out In Nature,Wheelchair access
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/47-Stories-Nature-and-Resilience-1820-x-720.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251102T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251102T160000
DTSTAMP:20260304T214308Z
CREATED:20250822T131802Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T214308Z
UID:10000274-1762092000-1762099200@yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk
SUMMARY:#talkingclimate: A toolkit for more effective conversations
DESCRIPTION:Climate change can be a difficult topic to bring up with your friends\, family or colleagues. It can generate eye rolls\, fact throwing and even arguments. It can be lonely if you feel like the only one worrying. But bringing up climate change in conversation can also be a very powerful thing we can do. So join us for a two hour workshop to build up a practical toolkit\, based on Climate Outreach research\, to practise talking about climate change with your friends\, family and colleagues. \nAge restrictions: 16+ \nPlease book through this link: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/talkingclimate-a-toolkit-for-more-effective-conversations-tickets-1519693005689
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/talking-climate-toolkit/
LOCATION:Micklegate Social\, 148-150 Micklegate\, York\, YO1 6JX
CATEGORIES:Learning
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/YCC-talkingclimate-A-toolkit-for-more-effective-conversations.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251102T133000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251102T153000
DTSTAMP:20250906T132514Z
CREATED:20250820T200031Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250906T132514Z
UID:10000313-1762090200-1762097400@yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk
SUMMARY:The Ant that Ate the Internet – and other stories from a green and hopeful future.
DESCRIPTION:Come join Minnie and Alfred\, environmental time-travelling optimists from 100 hundred years in the future where humans\, huge insects and nature thrive. \nHear how Tansy Beetles became bigger than the Millennium Bridge\, what it is the Slug of Poetic Justice whispers and why the Emotional Support Mosquito has a kind and considerate hum. Share your stories\, explore sensory storytelling boxes and assert your hopes for a bright green future in words and doodles too. \nSuitable for all ages. \nTo book tickets\, please visit: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/exploreyorklibrariesandarchives/1848649 \nTo facilitate access if required\, please contact hiya@stephenleehodgkins.net
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/the-ant-that-ate-the-internet-and-other-stories-from-a-green-and-hopeful-future/2025-11-02/4/
LOCATION:Marriott Room\, York Explore Library\, Marriott Room\, York Explore Library\, Library Square\, Museum Street\, York\, YO1 7DS\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Getting Creative
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/The-ant-that-ate-the-internet.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Lara McClure%2C Stephen Lee Hodgkins%2C and York Explore Library Archive":MAILTO:hiya@stephenleehodgkins.net
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251102T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251102T123000
DTSTAMP:20250906T132514Z
CREATED:20250820T200031Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250906T132514Z
UID:10000312-1762079400-1762086600@yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk
SUMMARY:The Ant that Ate the Internet – and other stories from a green and hopeful future.
DESCRIPTION:Come join Minnie and Alfred\, environmental time-travelling optimists from 100 hundred years in the future where humans\, huge insects and nature thrive. \nHear how Tansy Beetles became bigger than the Millennium Bridge\, what it is the Slug of Poetic Justice whispers and why the Emotional Support Mosquito has a kind and considerate hum. Share your stories\, explore sensory storytelling boxes and assert your hopes for a bright green future in words and doodles too. \nSuitable for all ages. \nTo book tickets\, please visit: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/exploreyorklibrariesandarchives/1848649 \nTo facilitate access if required\, please contact hiya@stephenleehodgkins.net
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/the-ant-that-ate-the-internet-and-other-stories-from-a-green-and-hopeful-future/2025-11-02/3/
LOCATION:Marriott Room\, York Explore Library\, Marriott Room\, York Explore Library\, Library Square\, Museum Street\, York\, YO1 7DS\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Getting Creative
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/The-ant-that-ate-the-internet.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Lara McClure%2C Stephen Lee Hodgkins%2C and York Explore Library Archive":MAILTO:hiya@stephenleehodgkins.net
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251101T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251101T130000
DTSTAMP:20251029T183929Z
CREATED:20250829T205357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251029T183929Z
UID:10000280-1761994800-1762002000@yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk
SUMMARY:CANCELLED - Lowfield Green Housing Cooperative | Open Day
DESCRIPTION:UPDATE – THIS EVENT IS CANCELLED \nUnfortunately due to unforeseen circumstances\, the green housing open day scheduled for November 1st has been cancelled. Watch this space for updates\, as the organiser hopes to reorganise in the new year. \nThe first 14 households have just moved in! \nAs part of York Environment Festival we invite you to our very first open house. \nCome and visit York’s first co-housing project\, 10+ years in the making. Whether you’ve been following the long journey so far or have just heard about us\, come along. \nGet a tour of the site\, including our communal outdoor area as well as a tour in one of the homes built to a really high Passivhaus standard. Hear from residents about the early days of living together. \nBooking required. Please book here. \nChildren must be accompanied by adults. \nMeet on the green. \n 
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/lowfield-green-housing-cooperative-open-day/
LOCATION:Lowfield Green\, Restharrow Road\, York\, YO24 3FT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Building Sustainably,Sustainable Living
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Lowfield-green-open-house-YEF-scaled.jpeg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251029T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251029T120000
DTSTAMP:20260304T224604Z
CREATED:20250827T211235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T224604Z
UID:10000257-1761730200-1761739200@yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk
SUMMARY:Climate Change\, Extreme Heat\, and Public Health
DESCRIPTION:York Climate Commission’s Health working group are hosting this session to help those working with at-risk groups or vulnerable communities to explore climate risk and adaptation planning for extreme heat. \nAttendees will hear expert advice on how to plan for extreme heat and have the chance to be involved in an interactive workshop. Groups who might find this session helpful include (but are not limited to): the third sector\, charities\, private businesses\, public health organisations. \nNo minimum age restriction. \nBooking Required. To book email carbon.reduction@york.gov.uk
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/extreme-heat-and-public-health/
LOCATION:Priory Street Centre\, 15 Priory Street\, York\, YO1 6ET
CATEGORIES:Climate Justice,Learning
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/YEF25/event-43.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251028T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251028T203000
DTSTAMP:20250828T200050Z
CREATED:20250827T205544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T200050Z
UID:10000252-1761676200-1761683400@yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk
SUMMARY:'How We Made It Through'
DESCRIPTION:A celebration of our community thrutopia creative writing project. ‘How We Made It Through’ invited people to create stories from the future where we’ve made it through – hence ‘thrutopia’. Over thirty individual entries were received\, in media ranging from prose to poetry\, & from collage to needle felting.  \nLearn about the project design and how it can be easily replicated; listen to readings from the anthology; an option to buy your own copy; & reflect on what thrutopia can look like in your own locality. \nNo minimum age requirement. \nCopies of the book will be available for a donation.
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/how-we-made-it-through/
LOCATION:Friargate Quaker Meeting House\, Friargate Quaker Meeting House\, Friargate\, York\, YO1 9RL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Getting Creative,Learning,Sustainable Living
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/YEF25/event-27-e1756328120396.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251025T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251025T160000
DTSTAMP:20250820T203419Z
CREATED:20250820T203419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T203419Z
UID:10000228-1761397200-1761408000@yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk
SUMMARY:Celebrate Apples
DESCRIPTION:In an orchard with many trees we are picking apples and gathering windfalls. Some of these will be turned into juice with our onsite equipment. \nThe Edible York team will guide participants in safe and happy picking and juicing. All kit provided\, bring your own bag and/or bottle\, and wear suitable outdoor clothing. \nChildren need to be with an adult. Any donations will contribute to future fruit picking eg buying more tools and kit.
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/celebrate-apples/
LOCATION:The Dormouse\, Clifton Park Avenue\, York\, YO20 5PA
CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Food and Drink,Out In Nature
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/image-scaled.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251025T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251025T150000
DTSTAMP:20260304T231354Z
CREATED:20250818T211354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T231354Z
UID:10000248-1761397200-1761404400@yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk
SUMMARY:Solar Skylines: Building a greener energy future for York
DESCRIPTION:Join YCE to design York’s energy future – one building at a time! \nCome along to talk about the different ways we can make York’s energy system cleaner and greener\, and design your own part of a sustainable future for our city. In this interactive session\, we’ll be creating a vision of York’s energy skyline together – building a collage of what the future could look like\, and talking about how we can make that vision a reality\, from individual energy saving to the community energy transition. \nNo minimum age requirement. Booking is recommended. Reserve your tickets: https://buytickets.at/yce/1787526
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/solar-skylines/
LOCATION:Marriott Room\, York Explore Library\, Marriott Room\, York Explore Library\, Library Square\, Museum Street\, York\, YO1 7DS\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Building Sustainably,Learning
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/event-16-solar-skylines-scaled.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251025T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251025T120000
DTSTAMP:20250820T212204Z
CREATED:20250818T212432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T212204Z
UID:10000245-1761384600-1761393600@yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk
SUMMARY:The Groves Repair Café
DESCRIPTION: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. \nSuitable for all ages\, under 16s to be accompanied by an adult. \nThis event is free but donations are welcome. Any donations made will be used to support the continuation of the Repair Café. \nBooking is not required.
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/the-groves-repair-cafe/2025-10-25/
LOCATION:St Thomas’s Church Hall\, Lowther Street\, York\, YO31 7ND\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Sustainable Living
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/YEF25/event-29-scaled.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251023T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251023T200000
DTSTAMP:20260304T223943Z
CREATED:20250822T132859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T223943Z
UID:10000260-1761242400-1761249600@yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk
SUMMARY:Convening the convenors: connecting climate & green networks across York
DESCRIPTION:Do you work on a project that connects groups doing climate & environment work in York? You might be sharing resources\, fostering collaboration or convening networks. \n\nThree networks – York Climate Commission\, York Environment Forum & York CliConnect – invite the organisers\, business owners & initiatives that bring people together on climate & environment. \n\nThere is great stuff going on; some overlap\, plenty we could cross-pollinate\, some duplication we could avoid & maybe some gaps we could address. \nNo minimum age restriction. Booking is required: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1559464854359?aff=oddtdtcreator
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/convening-the-convenors/
LOCATION:Patch York\, Terry Avenue\, The Bonding Warehouse\, Terry Avenue\, York\, YO16FA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Climate Justice,Learning,Socials
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/YEF25/event-64.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251023T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251023T140000
DTSTAMP:20260304T225944Z
CREATED:20250822T125056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T225944Z
UID:10000262-1761224400-1761228000@yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk
SUMMARY:Heritage & the Environment @ York Minster
DESCRIPTION:A walking tour of the York Minster precinct taking in the projects established in its Neighbourhood Plan\, including its new Centre of Excellence for Heritage Craft Skills and Estates Management\, focused on work to protect its heritage estate\, craft skills\, and the environment\, such as renewable energy initiatives and combatting damage caused by increased rainfall. The tour will appeal to those interested in heritage but also with a concern about our rapidly changing environment. \nSuitable for ages 18+ \nBooking is required for this event and can be done by email to works@yorkminster.org \nBlue badge parking available on Deangate
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/heritage-and-the-environment-york-minster/
LOCATION:York Minster Works and Technology Hub\, 4 Deangate\, York\, YO1 7JA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Building Sustainably,Sustainable Business
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/3-YM-NetZero-tour.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251022T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251022T180000
DTSTAMP:20260304T230423Z
CREATED:20250827T201656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T230423Z
UID:10000247-1761145200-1761156000@yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk
SUMMARY:Nature in the City - Games to Grow Greener and Wilder Urban Spaces
DESCRIPTION:Discover two innovative board games exploring nature’s place in urban life. Come experiment\, discuss\, and reflect on how small choices shape our shared environments: \nSet in the city of Bangalore\, India\, Birds in the City helps you connect with nature and understand the links between urbanisation and bird diversity. \nSet in the city of York\, UK\, Urban Labor-a-tree challenges you to grow thriving treescapes that meet diverse community needs. \nCan your team design the greenest\, wildest neighbourhood? Outplan the rest and reshape your city together. \nSuitable for anyone aged 14 years+. \nBooking is required for this event and can be done here. \n 
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/nature-in-the-city-games/
LOCATION:Sustainability Clinic\, Market Square\, University of York\, Sustainability Clinic\, Market Square\, University of York\, York\, YO105DD
CATEGORIES:Climate Justice,Getting Creative,Socials
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Nature-in-the-city-sign-up-banner.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251022T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251022T180000
DTSTAMP:20260304T230737Z
CREATED:20250822T132216Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T230737Z
UID:10000294-1761145200-1761156000@yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk
SUMMARY:York! Get to grips with the Planetary Boundaries @ Patch
DESCRIPTION:Perhaps you’ve got your head around the climate crisis? Or the ecological crisis? It’s already a head scratcher. \nThe Stockholm Resilience Centre have identified 7 other earth systems that we need to be aware of. They call these “planetary boundaries.” They highlight the rising risks from human pressure on nine critical global processes that regulate the stability and resilience of the Earth. \nExplore them in this systemic and collaborative 3-hour workshop. \nSuitable for ages 15+. \nBooking is required and can be done here. \n 
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/planetary-boundaries-at-patch/
LOCATION:Patch York\, Terry Avenue\, The Bonding Warehouse\, Terry Avenue\, York\, YO16FA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Learning
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/YEF25/event-57.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251022T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251022T153000
DTSTAMP:20250907T154423Z
CREATED:20250819T211603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250907T154423Z
UID:10000288-1761138000-1761147000@yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk
SUMMARY:Seed Harvesting
DESCRIPTION: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! \nIdeally\, the sessions will follow on from each other but can be done individually. Meet underneath the Rowntree Park Reading Café. \nDonations accepted towards Friends of Rowntree Park – the charity that helps maintain and improve Rowntree Park. \nEvent suitable for ages 18+. Booking is required and can be done here. \n 
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/seed-harvesting/2025-10-22/
LOCATION:Rowntree Park\, Terry Avenue\, York\, YO23 1JQ
CATEGORIES:Out In Nature
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/YEF25/event-6.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251021T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251021T190000
DTSTAMP:20250820T212647Z
CREATED:20250820T212647Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T212647Z
UID:10000286-1761067800-1761073200@yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk
SUMMARY:York Bus Forum Meeting 21/10/2025
DESCRIPTION:Special guest is David Skaith\, Mayor for York and North Yorkshire. \nTransport emissions form a large part of carbon. Hear the Mayor’s plans for public transport in York with particular emphasis on bus services and how they integrate with his wider transport strategy.  \nThis event is online. Booking is required. To book please contact: rogerfrench1148@outlook.com
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/york-bus-forum-meeting-21-10-2025/
CATEGORIES:Sustainable Living
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/for-website-e1787429932237.jpg
LOCATION:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/york-bus-forum-meeting-21-10-2025/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251021T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251021T130000
DTSTAMP:20260304T224117Z
CREATED:20250830T213024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T224117Z
UID:10000311-1761048000-1761051600@yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk
SUMMARY:Curious & Creative Gardening Tour: Wildlife-Friendly Museum Gardens
DESCRIPTION: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. \nYou’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. \n  \nSuited to people aged 12+ with an interest in making green spaces more wildlife friendly. Under 16’s must be accompanied by and adult. \nMeet on the hard standing in front of the entrance to the Yorkshire Museum. The tour will take an accessible route around the Museum Gardens. \nYork 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. \nBooking required and can be done here. \nPlease note: This event is weather dependant. If adverse weather conditions cause this event to be cancelled\, ticket holders will be notified.
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/curious-creative-gardening-tour/2025-10-21/
LOCATION:Yorkshire Museum Gardens\, Museum St\, York\, YO1 7FR\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Building Sustainably,Family-friendly,Getting Creative,In The Garden,Learning,Out In Nature,Sustainable Business,Sustainable Living
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/IMG_0919.jpeg
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR