October 2023
Vegetarian day
To raise awareness of the benefits of a vegetarian diet in terms of ethics and environmental sustainability. A vegetarian avoids all meat incl fish, but eats dairy and eggs. Worldwide, every 1st October.
Find out more »OTHER ECO GROUPS & EVENTS
Click links below... List of environmental events in the Wycombe area This is a more detailed listing of individual events. It is a pinned post on the Facebook page of Wycombe Env Centre. List of environmental organisations in the Wycombe area Another way to find out re events. Click on the link to the organisation's website and search for 'what's on', events or similar.
Find out more »‘Wycombe Environment’ group meeting EVERY MONDAY
Wycombe Environment (WE) is part of the Environment and Climate Change sub-group of the High Wycombe Community Board – itself part of Buckinghamshire County Council. WE is not a forum for discussion, but for action, to cut carbon and boost biodiversity. On most Mondays, the group meets weekly for half an hour by Zoom on Mondays at 6.30 pm. If you would like to join, please email hwcb@buckinghamshire.gov.uk, with ‘WE’ in the subject line. It was setup 10th Feb 2021.…
Find out more »‘No disposable cup’ day
Founded by councillor Ed Gemmell in 2019 (4 October is the feast day of St Francis of Assisi who it the patron saint of the environment) The aim is to... 1. get everyone not to use a disposable cup for one day while raising awareness of the massive waste problem caused by disposable cups 2. get disposable cups withdrawn or banned completely 3. help in the battle against global heating and climate change. Every 4th Oct, worldwide.
Find out more »Energy efficiency day
But efficiency is year-round. Save Money. Cut Carbon. Breathe Easier. Worldwide, every first Wedn of October.
Find out more »Scrapstore ‘Refresh’ EVERY WEDNESDAY
Refresh Wycombe is a wonderful scrap store based in the Chiltern Shopping Centre, right here in the heart of High Wycombe. Our aim is to encourage you to Reduce, Reuse, Recycle and Create. We have a huge selection of surplus and unwanted stock all donated by local businesses and individuals. You may be a crafter, a teacher, an artist or a maker. We have fantastic fabrics, textiles, haberdashery items, cards, papers, foils, and shelves full of materials just waiting for…
Find out more »Wycombe FoE Monthly Meeting
Format of meeting (Zoom and/or Physical location). Agenda will be published a few days beforehand on our Home page - www.wycombefoe.org.uk. Non-members please email us at wycombefoe@yahoo.co.uk for a Zoom invitation. We welcome new input and faces, so let's hear from you.
Find out more »Chiltern Rangers Conservation MOST THURSDAYS
Most Thursdays the Chiltern Rangers run a volunteer conservation group which is open to all. Come along and meet the group at Wycombe Rye Lido Car Park and keep fit while helping to take care of your local environment at woodlands. Tools, gloves and hot drinks are provided. Please wear stout footwear and appropriate clothing suitable for outdoors activities and the weather. If you would like to get involved then please contact them - info@chilternrangers.co.uk Check their website for details and…
Find out more »Scrapstore ‘Refresh’ EVERY SATURDAY
Refresh Wycombe is a wonderful scrap store based in the Chiltern Shopping Centre, right here in the heart of High Wycombe. Our aim is to encourage you to Reduce, Reuse, Recycle and Create. We have a huge selection of surplus and unwanted stock all donated by local businesses and individuals. You may be a crafter, a teacher, an artist or a maker. We have fantastic fabrics, textiles, haberdashery items, cards, papers, foils, and shelves full of materials just waiting for…
Find out more »Wycombe Repair Café
Wycombe Repair Café is run by volunteers and organised by Wycombe Environment community group. The Repair Café is located in All Saints Parish Church in the centre of High Wycombe. Bring your broken household items (mechanical, textile or small electrical) and we may be able to repair it. Either way, there will be no charge (except if a new part is required), although any donations will be very welcome. Every 2nd Saturday of the month, in High Wycombe. (note also…
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