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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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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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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/2025-09-29/
LOCATION:Rowntree Park\, Terry Avenue\, York\, YO23 1JQ
CATEGORIES:Out In Nature
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SUMMARY:Planet South Bank foraging walk led by local forager Carl Wain
DESCRIPTION:A chance to learn about the edible plants available in York’s hedgerows and public spaces. Ideal for families\, local residents and nature lovers. \nSuitable for all ages. \nBooking 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. \nThis event is free and donations are welcomed when you book. Donations will shared between the Friends of Rowntree Park and Planet South Bank. \nThe event will start by the dovecot\, near to the Rowntree Park Reading Café. \n 
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/south-bank-foraging-walk/
LOCATION:Rowntree Park\, Terry Avenue\, York\, YO23 1JQ
CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Out In Nature
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SUMMARY:Wildlife in Action: Volunteer Session
DESCRIPTION: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. \nNo 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. \nSuitable for adults (children 11+ with parents/carers also welcome).
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/wildlife-in-action-volunteer-session/
LOCATION:Rowntree Park\, Terry Avenue\, York\, YO23 1JQ
CATEGORIES:In The Garden,Out In Nature
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SUMMARY:Terry Avenue and Knavesmire Allotment Corner Walk and Community Consultation
DESCRIPTION:York Bike Belles is working with City of York Council\, Yorkshire Wildlife Trust and local residents to develop the biodiversity of these green spaces. We’ll discuss the plans for increasing biodiversity of these green spaces in York\, identifying the species that already exist and planning how best to enhance these spaces. \nWe’ll be starting opposite Rowntree Park Main Gates\, on Terry Avenue. \nhttps://what3words.com/error.slam.wage \nThis is part of our Autumn Nature Programme with weekly nature walks\, rides and workshops until 9 December 2024
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/terry-avenue-and-knavesmire-allotment-corner-walk-and-community-consultation/
LOCATION:Rowntree Park\, Terry Avenue\, York\, YO23 1JQ
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SUMMARY:Climate Cafe
DESCRIPTION:A climate cafe offers a place where fears & hopes about our climate crisis can be safely shared over a drink & cake. It’s a confidential & respectful space where people can talk about what the climate & ecological crisis means for them\, and listen to others. \nWe run a monthly cafe in association with Planet South Bank\, using a model from the Climate Psychology Alliance which trained our facilitators. \nThis event is in Rowntree Park from 6.30pm. Please meet at the Dovecot near the pond \nFor people 14 years and older. \nBooking: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/york-climate-cafe-outdoors-in-the-park-tickets-994962257897?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/climate-cafe/
LOCATION:Rowntree Park\, Terry Avenue\, York\, YO23 1JQ
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SUMMARY:Hello Autumn!
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our annual ‘Autumn Fayre’ to celebrate the transition from summer to autumn\, connecting with nature and the beauty of the changing seasons. \nEnjoy apple pressing\, apple ID\, apple olympics\, and apple crafts for children. Other activities include traditional crafts like weaving and carving\, storytelling\, homemade bakes and preserves\, a foraging walk and live music. \nThis event is free to attend; some activities require a small fee or donation. Donations will go towards costs of materials and also general donations to the charity to help fund our work in maintaining and improving the Park. \nSome events/crafts require booking\, see website link below.
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/hello-autumn/
LOCATION:Rowntree Park\, Terry Avenue\, York\, YO23 1JQ
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