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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
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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
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lara McClure%2C Stephen Lee Hodgkins%2C and York Explore Library Archive":MAILTO:hiya@stephenleehodgkins.net
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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
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lara McClure%2C Stephen Lee Hodgkins%2C and York Explore Library Archive":MAILTO:hiya@stephenleehodgkins.net
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251101T130000
DTSTAMP:20260408T040244
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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
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251029T120000
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CREATED:20250827T211235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T224604Z
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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 Community Centre\, 15 Priory Street\, York\, YO1 6ET
CATEGORIES:Climate Justice,Learning
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251028T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251028T210000
DTSTAMP:20260408T040244
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SUMMARY:Cli-mic Night
DESCRIPTION:In the fight for a better future\, community and storytelling are just as important as action. So we invite the people of York to come together\, share stories and imagine alternatives. \nJoin Extinction Rebellion York for a relaxed evening of climate-themed poetry\, music\, comedy and more. Share your creative work with a friendly crowd or just come along to listen and connect. \nIf you would like to perform\, please fill out this short form: bit.ly/4esBx1c. If you are just attending\, then booking is not required. \nSuitable for ages 12+ \n 
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/cli-mic-night/
LOCATION:Spark York\, 17-21 Piccadilly\, York\, YO1 9PB
CATEGORIES:Getting Creative
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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
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251025T160000
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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
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251025T150000
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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
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251025T120000
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251023T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251023T200000
DTSTAMP:20260408T040244
CREATED:20250822T132859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T223943Z
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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
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251023T140000
DTSTAMP:20260408T040244
CREATED:20250822T125056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T225944Z
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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
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251022T180000
DTSTAMP:20260408T040244
CREATED:20250827T201656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T230423Z
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251022T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251022T180000
DTSTAMP:20260408T040244
CREATED:20250822T132216Z
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251022T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251022T153000
DTSTAMP:20260408T040244
CREATED:20250819T211603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250907T154423Z
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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
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251021T190000
DTSTAMP:20260408T040244
CREATED:20250820T212647Z
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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
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LOCATION:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/york-bus-forum-meeting-21-10-2025/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251021T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251021T130000
DTSTAMP:20260408T040244
CREATED:20250830T213024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T224117Z
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251021T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251021T120000
DTSTAMP:20260408T040244
CREATED:20250827T203330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T203534Z
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SUMMARY:Green Business Forum: Energy
DESCRIPTION:York Green Business Forum’s next event is focusing on helping businesses to tackle their energy bills and cut carbon to cut costs. You’ll hear about how to reduce your energy consumption and increase profitability\, hearing first-hand from other local businesses and industry experts. \nParticipating businesses can access free one-to-one expert advice\, participate in workshops and network with like-minded local organisations. \nBooking Required: buytickets.at/cityofyorkcouncil3  \nBlue Badge parking is available on Duncombe Place at the rear of the theatre. Please email carbon.reduction@york.gov.uk for any specific queries about access needs.
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/green-business-forum-energy/
LOCATION:York Theatre Royal\, St Leonard's Pl\, York\, YO1 7HD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Building Sustainably,Learning,Sustainable Business
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251020T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251020T194500
DTSTAMP:20260408T040244
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SUMMARY:Axe Drax: Documentary Screening
DESCRIPTION:Join Axe Drax for a screening of documentary on York’s local big polluter: Drax Power Station. Learn about the resistance and join the fight! \nSuitable for ages 10+ \nDonations are welcome and will be put towards the ongoing efforts of the Axe Drax organisation. \n 
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/axe-drax-documentary-screening/
LOCATION:Spark York\, 17-21 Piccadilly\, York\, YO1 9PB
CATEGORIES:Climate Justice,Learning
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251019T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251019T160000
DTSTAMP:20260408T040244
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T214948Z
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SUMMARY:Open Garden at the Nose
DESCRIPTION:This community garden is for everyone is interested in growing (and eating) beautiful edible plants\, some well-known varieties\, and other more unusual ones. \nVisitors will have the opportunity to find out how community gardening works and how it fits with Planet South Bank’s other projects. Those with gardens of their own can exchange gardening tips\, find out about unusual plant varieties or perhaps be encouraged to start growing some food for themselves. Some outdoor activities and stalls for children. \n 
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/open-garden-at-the-nose-3/
LOCATION:St Clement’s Church\, 15A Scarcroft Rd\, York\, YO23 1NE
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251018T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251018T120000
DTSTAMP:20260408T040244
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SUMMARY:Creating an Urban Green Corridor - Walk and Cycle
DESCRIPTION:A guided walk and an optional cycle ride following a talk on the Solar System Greenway on 16/10/2025 (see details about the talk here). \nThe walk will end at the Brunswick Organic Nursery in Bishopthorpe and those with cycles can continue the length of the Greenway to Riccall. Meeting arrangements for the walk/ride will be announced at the talk. \nBooking is required: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/creating-an-urban-green-corridor-tickets-1545670053739?aff=oddtdtcreator \nUnder 16s should be accompanied by a responsible adult. Children under 7 are likely to need a buggy. \nDonations to the work of St Nicks or York Greenways will be welcomed.
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/creating-an-urban-green-corridor-walk-and-cycle/
LOCATION:St Nicks Environment Centre and Nature Reserve\, Rawdon Ave\, York\, YO10 3FW
CATEGORIES:Learning,Out In Nature
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251018T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251018T160000
DTSTAMP:20260408T040244
CREATED:20240814T213127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T213508Z
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SUMMARY:York Open Eco Homes
DESCRIPTION: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. \nYou 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. \nBook a free tour for one or all! Homes and addresses will be supplied after booking. \nChildren must be accompanied. Book via the link below or contact York Community Energy: \nhttps://buytickets.at/yce
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/york-open-eco-homes/2025-10-18/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251016T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251016T211500
DTSTAMP:20260408T040244
CREATED:20250829T203157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T203157Z
UID:10000281-1760641200-1760649300@yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk
SUMMARY:This whole earth is family - From human-centrism to ecocentrism
DESCRIPTION:Led by Sociologist Dr Peter Gardner\, we will explore the deep-rooted human-centrism shaping our diets\, economies\, laws\, climate goals and outlooks. We’ll examine the alternative: ecocentrism—a worldview that sees all life\, from octopuses to oysters\, forests to rivers\, soils to ecosystems – as holding fundamental value. Together\, we will think through some of the implications of applying an ecocentric outlook in our everyday lives and across society. A one-pot vegetarian supper will be included. \nDonations towards the work of Poesis are welcome. \nBooking required. Please book tickets here.
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/this-whole-earth-is-family-from-human-centrism-to-ecocentrism/
LOCATION:Jacob’s Well\, Trinity Lane\, York\, YO1 6EL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Learning,Sustainable Living
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251016T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251016T200000
DTSTAMP:20260408T040244
CREATED:20250829T202306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T230018Z
UID:10000273-1760641200-1760644800@yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk
SUMMARY:The Humber Hovercraft - a more sustainable way for Yorkshire people to travel?
DESCRIPTION:This creative workshop is a follow-up to a York Festival of Ideas keynote. \nIt will tell the secret story of the HUMBER HOVERCRAFT and make a case for more sustainable transport here in the region in the future. \nThe Humber Hovercraft ran between Grimsby and Hull for a short period at the end of the 1960s. This method of crossing the river captured imaginations back in 1969 and inspired a new creative project in the north of England that took place over the past 12 months. \nNo booking required.
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/humber-hovercraft-sustainble-travel/
LOCATION:The House of Trembling Madness\, 48 Stonegate\, York\, YO1 8AS\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Learning
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251016T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251016T200000
DTSTAMP:20260408T040244
CREATED:20250825T131751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250825T131751Z
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SUMMARY:Creating an Urban Green Corridor - Talk
DESCRIPTION:An illustrated talk on the Solar System Greenway – from its origins as a main line railway to its current status as a Site of Interest for Nature Conservation stretching from the city centre into the countryside.\n \nThe following Saturday morning\, the talk will be followed up with a guided walk and an optional cycle ride. See here for more details. \nBooking is required: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/creating-an-urban-green-corridor-tickets-1545670053739?aff=oddtdtcreator \nDonations to the work of St Nicks or York Greenways will be welcomed. \n 
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/creating-an-urban-green-corridor-talk/
LOCATION:St Nicks Environment Centre and Nature Reserve\, Rawdon Ave\, York\, YO10 3FW
CATEGORIES:Learning,Out In Nature
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251015T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251015T180000
DTSTAMP:20260408T040244
CREATED:20250822T131532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T194743Z
UID:10000270-1760540400-1760551200@yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk
SUMMARY:Biodiversity Collage
DESCRIPTION:Uncover the intricacies of our impact on biodiversity through the interactive lens of a game that transforms ecological understanding into an engaging experience. \nAge restrictions: 16+ \nPlease book in advance through this link: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/get-to-grips-with-the-ecological-crisis-during-york-environment-festival-tickets-1544004702629
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/biodiversity-collage/
LOCATION:Patch York\, Terry Avenue\, The Bonding Warehouse\, Terry Avenue\, York\, YO16FA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Learning
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251015T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251015T140000
DTSTAMP:20260408T040244
CREATED:20250830T213024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T224117Z
UID:10000276-1760533200-1760536800@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/2025-10-15/
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
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251015
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251018
DTSTAMP:20260408T040244
CREATED:20250831T222212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T224532Z
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SUMMARY:Exploring Geothermal Energy at the University of York
DESCRIPTION:As part of York Environment Festival and World Geothermal Day 2025\, the University of York is excited to be hosting a series of public events that dive into the world of geothermal energy. We’ll also be sharing the latest updates on our own geothermal project on the University’s Campus East\, including details about our upcoming seismic survey works planned for late October. \n  \nCome and join us at one of our events: \n  \nWednesday 15 October (5pm – 7pm) \nExploring Geothermal Energy drop-in: Tang Hall Explore \nJoin us at Tang Hall Explore to learn about geothermal energy\, chat with the University’s geothermal team\, and take part in interactive geothermal activities. \nhttps://www.york.ac.uk/about/sustainability/events/2025/geothermal-energy-event-tang-hall/ \n  \nThursday 16 October (1pm – 3pm) \nExploring Geothermal Energy drop-in: York Explore Library \nJoin us at York Explore library to learn about geothermal energy\, chat with the University’s geothermal team\, and take part in interactive geothermal activities. \nhttps://www.york.ac.uk/about/sustainability/events/2025/geothermal-energy-event-york-explore/ \n  \nFriday 17 October (2pm – 6pm) \nSeismic Survey Open Day \nJoin us in the Ron Cooke Hub atrium to learn more about the upcoming seismic survey taking place in late October\, the next step in the University’s deep geothermal energy project. \nhttps://www.york.ac.uk/about/sustainability/events/2025/seismic-survey-open-day/ \n  \nFriday 17 October (6.30pm-7.30pm) \nCelebrating World Geothermal Day: York’s Geothermal Exploration \nCould the heat beneath our feet help power a low-carbon future? Join us for an evening exploring the science\, opportunities and impact of deep geothermal energy. \nhttps://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/celebrating-world-geothermal-day-yorks-geothermal-exploration-tickets-1760792079509 \nFind out more about our Deep Geothermal Energy project: www.york.ac.uk/geothermal
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/exploring-geothermal-energy-university-of-york/
LOCATION:Ron Cooke Hub Atrium\, Campus East\, University of York\, 133 Deramore Lane\, York\, YO10 5GE\, Ron Cooke Hub Atrium\, Campus East\, University of York\, 133 Deramore Lane\, York\, YO10 5GE
CATEGORIES:Building Sustainably,Learning
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251014T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251014T200000
DTSTAMP:20260408T040244
CREATED:20250827T202430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T225110Z
UID:10000267-1760463000-1760472000@yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk
SUMMARY:Game night 2: Design Your York - Planning with Urban Labor-a-tree
DESCRIPTION:In this fast-paced\, interactive game night\, you’ll compete to build the ultimate green city using Urban Labor-a-tree\, a strategy board game inspired by real community voices. Choose where to plant\, who to help\, and how to balance climate\, nature\, and people. No planning skills needed. \nGet ready to put your game on and harness the power of creativity\, teamwork\, and a bit of strategy. Ideal for gamers\, changemakers\, and anyone who loves a good challenge. \nSuitable for ages 16+. \nBooking is required and can be done here.
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/game-night-design-your-york/
LOCATION:Sustainability Clinic\, Market Square\, University of York\, Sustainability Clinic\, Market Square\, University of York\, York\, YO105DD
CATEGORIES:Climate Justice,Getting Creative
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251014T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251014T153000
DTSTAMP:20260408T040244
CREATED:20250819T211603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250907T154423Z
UID:10000287-1760446800-1760455800@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/2025-10-14/
LOCATION:Rowntree Park\, Terry Avenue\, York\, YO23 1JQ
CATEGORIES:Out In Nature
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