Over the last month Clifton East Councillors have been giving away some wonderful items to protect bees, insects, birds and hedgehogs. Below Clifton East Councillor Maria Watson talks about the initiative:We believe we must do all we can to ensure the survival of these little creatures. So far, … [Read more...]
Taking a lockdown nature stroll in Clifton
During lockdown, the guidelines suggest that we can’t travel too far. In fact, the best way to use our daily exercise is to get some truly fresh air and take a walk around a local to home nature spot. Here’s some Clifton based nature areas to take a wander:Clifton GroveClifton Grove woodland … [Read more...]
Nottinghamshire to see thousands of trees planted for 500 hectares of new woodland in 2021
Greenwood Community Forest, hosted and supported by Nottinghamshire County Council, will be one of ten community forests across England planting 500 hectares of new woodland over the next five months, in a push to help deliver against the Government’s target of up to 30,000 hectares of trees per … [Read more...]
Magical woodland at Firbeck Academy provides children with inspiration in their new topic
Children from Firbeck Academy in Wollaton have been using their school’s outdoor spaces to inspire a special story map and artworks exploring their new ‘Jungle’ topic. During the day children explored the school’s grounds, searching for hidden jungle animals!Teacher Lindsey Johnstone explains, … [Read more...]
Nottingham to take part in International Nature Competition
Nottingham is taking part for the first time in the global City Nature Challenge and needs your help.The City Nature Challenge, taking place Friday 24th - Monday 27th April, is an annual event documenting nature and helping residents, nature enthusiasts and professionals alike to better … [Read more...]
Try a short walk for health in Cotgrave Country Park
Would you like to get out more? Think a walk could be healthy and lift your spirits? Then short health walks in Rushcliffe could be for you, with Cotgrave Country Park one of the walking areas. Walking can reduce your risk of diabetes type 2, falls, depression and dementia, joint pain and some … [Read more...]