It’s walks, talks and getting hands-on with nature as Bradford on Avon’s Great Big Green Week returns with plenty of free activities and events.
From Saturday 7June to Sunday 15 June, people will be able to explore the town’s green spaces and find out more about local wildlife and green initiatives.
Great Big Green Week is a nationwide event highlighting community action to address climate change and protect nature.
What’s on?
There’s a full week of fun, family-friendly events and activities planned in the town.
Most of the events are free but some do have very limited spaces – so book early to avoid disappointment.
Saturday 7 June
Biodiversity Art Display – Bradford on Avon Library – during opening hours
Monday 9 June
Nature Walk – Bradford on Avon Canal – 6-8pm – email climatechampions@gmail.com to book
Tuesday 10 June
“Green” Storytime – Bradford on Avon Library – 11am
Thursday 12 June
Youth Drop-in & Biodiversity Enhancements – Christchurch School – 3-4pm
Friday 13 June
Water is Life – Songs for the Earth Concert – Holy Trinity Church – 11:15 – 11:45am
Nature Safari for Parents and Children – Avonleigh Orchards – 6:15 – 7:30pm
Nighttime Bat & Wildlife Walk – Meet by noticeboard by Barton Bridge – 8:45pm
Saturday 14 June
Nature Volunteers meet up – Barton Farm Country Park – 10am
Nature Safari for Parents and Children – Avonleigh Orchards – 10:45am – 12:00pm
Sunday 15 June
3 Acres & A Cow – Wiltshire Music Centre – 10:45am – 12:00pm
Other events
31 May: Nature Based Solutions to Flooding – St. Laurence School Lecture Theatre – 7-9pm
3 & 17 June: Wayfinders Climate & Community Cafe – Quaker Meeting House – 7-9pm