Kevin McCloud's 43 Principles of Home: Enjoying Life in the 21st Century
Tuesday, 29 November 2011
Principle 04
People do not enjoy constancy and relish the opportunity to react to changes in the environment, to breezes and changes in temperature. We are biologically programmed to enjoy this reaction and become bored if our home and working environments are kept static.
Kevin McCloud's 43 Principles of Home: Enjoying Life in the 21st Century
Kevin McCloud's 43 Principles of Home: Enjoying Life in the 21st Century
Santa Paws in Dalby Forest this year ...
They are big, furry and desperate to give Christmas revellers a helping paw in Dalby Forest.
A pack of Newfoundland Dogs has been recruited by the Forestry Commission to help carry Christmas trees back to visitor’s cars when festive sales begin in the 3,440 hectare (8,600 acre) beauty spot, near Pickering, North Yorkshire.
The gentle giants, weighing up to 12 stone, are owned by enthusiasts from the Aqua Nova Water Bears training club and will be bidding to raise funds for the Yorkshire Air Ambulance and Scarborough and Ryedale and Mountain Rescue through donations for each tree transported.
Web-footed “Newfies” were once used as working dogs by Canadian fishermen to pull nets from the sea - they are fantastic swimmers, employing a canine version of breaststroke, rather than dog paddle. Also used as water rescue dogs, one is credited for saving Napoleon who fell over-board while escaping from Elba in 1815.
Yvonne Bone, who was a life-long cat fancier being clapping eyes on a Newfie in Dalby ten years ago, and who now co-ordinates the group set up earlier this year, said:
“They are docile and wonderful with children, but because they are such a big dog they are more of a lifestyle than a pet. They are a little known breed in the UK, but we are dedicated to keeping them active doing the things they were bred for. They love being out and working at Christmas.”
Katie Thorn, Forestry Commission Recreation Manager, added:
“It’s a fantastic crowd pleasing way to buy a tree and have the dogs tow it back to the car in a cart. Real trees use 10 times fewer materials to produce and five times less energy than artificial trees so it’s a good way of being kind to the planet.”
Forest chiefs in the North York Moors are also supplying Norway Spruce to other famous woodlands – including Sherwood and Kielder Forests. But plenty of fragrant specimens will be staying put along with Lodgepole pine and Nordmann fir to satisfy local demand for eco-friendly trees.
The dogs will in Dalby on the weekends of 10/11 and 17/18, along with a green Father Christmas – the traditional English Santa. Tree sales operate daily at Dalby Forest Visitor Centre from 1 – 22 December, 10am to 4pm. Forest toll charges will be refunded when buying a tree. You could also win two tickets for next year's Summer concerts in Dalby Forest by posting a picture of a your fabulous tree on the Forestry Commission's Flicker site. The one judged to be the best decorated will carry off the brilliant prize for its owner.
For more information call 01751 460295.
Which is the right tree for you?
➢ Norway Spruce, made famous by Prince Albert in the 19th century, has a mid-green colour, fine delicate foliage and grand conical stature. It also has a distinctive 'Christmassy' aroma.
➢ Lodgepole Pine is an extremely fragrant conifer with an attractive blue and green tinge and soft needles.
➢ Nordmann fir has distinctive broad, bold green needles and contrasting whitish undersides.
These simple tips will keep your tree in fine fettle well into the New Year.
➢ Cut off at least one inch from the bottom of the trunk and gently shake the tree to remove any loose needles.
➢ Pot the tree with the trunk immersed in water - don't use sand or soil in the tree stand as they restrict water from being drawn up into the trunk.
➢ Top up the tree stand with water every day.
A pack of Newfoundland Dogs has been recruited by the Forestry Commission to help carry Christmas trees back to visitor’s cars when festive sales begin in the 3,440 hectare (8,600 acre) beauty spot, near Pickering, North Yorkshire.
The gentle giants, weighing up to 12 stone, are owned by enthusiasts from the Aqua Nova Water Bears training club and will be bidding to raise funds for the Yorkshire Air Ambulance and Scarborough and Ryedale and Mountain Rescue through donations for each tree transported.
Web-footed “Newfies” were once used as working dogs by Canadian fishermen to pull nets from the sea - they are fantastic swimmers, employing a canine version of breaststroke, rather than dog paddle. Also used as water rescue dogs, one is credited for saving Napoleon who fell over-board while escaping from Elba in 1815.
Yvonne Bone, who was a life-long cat fancier being clapping eyes on a Newfie in Dalby ten years ago, and who now co-ordinates the group set up earlier this year, said:
“They are docile and wonderful with children, but because they are such a big dog they are more of a lifestyle than a pet. They are a little known breed in the UK, but we are dedicated to keeping them active doing the things they were bred for. They love being out and working at Christmas.”
Katie Thorn, Forestry Commission Recreation Manager, added:
“It’s a fantastic crowd pleasing way to buy a tree and have the dogs tow it back to the car in a cart. Real trees use 10 times fewer materials to produce and five times less energy than artificial trees so it’s a good way of being kind to the planet.”
Forest chiefs in the North York Moors are also supplying Norway Spruce to other famous woodlands – including Sherwood and Kielder Forests. But plenty of fragrant specimens will be staying put along with Lodgepole pine and Nordmann fir to satisfy local demand for eco-friendly trees.
The dogs will in Dalby on the weekends of 10/11 and 17/18, along with a green Father Christmas – the traditional English Santa. Tree sales operate daily at Dalby Forest Visitor Centre from 1 – 22 December, 10am to 4pm. Forest toll charges will be refunded when buying a tree. You could also win two tickets for next year's Summer concerts in Dalby Forest by posting a picture of a your fabulous tree on the Forestry Commission's Flicker site. The one judged to be the best decorated will carry off the brilliant prize for its owner.
For more information call 01751 460295.
Which is the right tree for you?
➢ Norway Spruce, made famous by Prince Albert in the 19th century, has a mid-green colour, fine delicate foliage and grand conical stature. It also has a distinctive 'Christmassy' aroma.
➢ Lodgepole Pine is an extremely fragrant conifer with an attractive blue and green tinge and soft needles.
➢ Nordmann fir has distinctive broad, bold green needles and contrasting whitish undersides.
These simple tips will keep your tree in fine fettle well into the New Year.
➢ Cut off at least one inch from the bottom of the trunk and gently shake the tree to remove any loose needles.
➢ Pot the tree with the trunk immersed in water - don't use sand or soil in the tree stand as they restrict water from being drawn up into the trunk.
➢ Top up the tree stand with water every day.
Back to the Start
This film, by film-maker Johnny Kelly, depicts the life of a farmer as he slowly turns his family farm into an industrial animal factory before seeing the errors of his ways and opting for a more sustainable future. Both the film and the soundtrack were commissioned by Chipotle to emphasize the importance of developing a sustainable food system.
Monday, 28 November 2011
What is the Green Investment Bank?
Set up by the government, the Green Investment Bank will invest specifically in UK low-carbon projects. A world first, the bank is the coalition's flagship green policy, with a target of injecting £15bn into the green economy within four years.
The bank aims to be able to borrow from the private sector from April 2015. Find out more here.
Sunday, 27 November 2011
Restoring the North York Moors Peatlands
The Yorkshire Peat Partnership is an umbrella organisation comprising the Yorkshire Wildlife Trust, Yorkshire Dales National Park Authority, Natural England, North York Moors National Park Authority and the Environment Agency.
It also receives support from Nidderdale AONB, Pennine Prospects, National Trust, Yorkshire Water, Moorland Association, National Farmers Union and Yorkshire Dales Rivers Trust.
The aim of the partnership is to restore and conserve upland peat resources in order to ensure the long-term future these unique and valuable habitats. In this film Pete Christopherson from the partnership describes the work being undertaken to restore peatland bogs on the North Yorkshire Moors where grips (drainage channels) have become badly eroded. In the film he highlights the impact of drainage combined with other factors which has lead to the development of large eroding gullies in many areas. The aim of the work is to block these grips and to restore the water table to the peatlands and prevent further peat erosion.
The techniques used by the Yorkshire Peat Partnership are based on current available evidence and may be subject to further refinement as further research is carried out. It is also likely that, in some circumstances, individual site conditions will require modifications or refinements to these standard techniques.
Find out more at the Yorkshire Peat Partnership website.
With the urgent need to find an alternative to horticultural peat now evident Recycle Now are one of many websites outlining what peat-free products are available. Information can also be found on the RSPB and The Green Gardener websites.
It also receives support from Nidderdale AONB, Pennine Prospects, National Trust, Yorkshire Water, Moorland Association, National Farmers Union and Yorkshire Dales Rivers Trust.
The aim of the partnership is to restore and conserve upland peat resources in order to ensure the long-term future these unique and valuable habitats. In this film Pete Christopherson from the partnership describes the work being undertaken to restore peatland bogs on the North Yorkshire Moors where grips (drainage channels) have become badly eroded. In the film he highlights the impact of drainage combined with other factors which has lead to the development of large eroding gullies in many areas. The aim of the work is to block these grips and to restore the water table to the peatlands and prevent further peat erosion.
The techniques used by the Yorkshire Peat Partnership are based on current available evidence and may be subject to further refinement as further research is carried out. It is also likely that, in some circumstances, individual site conditions will require modifications or refinements to these standard techniques.
Find out more at the Yorkshire Peat Partnership website.
With the urgent need to find an alternative to horticultural peat now evident Recycle Now are one of many websites outlining what peat-free products are available. Information can also be found on the RSPB and The Green Gardener websites.
Friday, 25 November 2011
The Power of Wind
Thought you might enjoy watching this award winning video promoting wind power.
Watch more videos on Green TV.
Watch more videos on Green TV.
Wade’s Stone stands proud on the North York Moors
Wade’s Stone once again stands proud on the North York Moors thanks to help from Tees Archaeology.
The two metre high stone in the North York Moors National Park toppled over, it is thought, due to centuries of cultivation around the scheduled monument reducing the level of the surrounding ground
The standing stone is known as Wade’s Stone after the giant that, according to local legend, lived in the area. The proximity of another standing stone also known as Wade’s Stone has led many to believe that the two mark the grave of the giant who is behind many local stories.
Wade and his wife Bell were said to live in a castle in Lythe and kept cattle on the moors.
Wade’s Causeway, which crosses Wheeldale Moor in the National Park, was built by the giant so that Bell could milk her cows and the iconic Hole of Horcum was apparently formed during an argument between the two, when Wade scooped up a handful of earth to throw at Bell, creating Blakey Topping – a nearby hill – in the process.
Scheduled monument
Standing stones are prehistoric ritual or ceremonial monuments with dates ranging from the late Neolithic to the end of the Bronze Age (c.3000 to 800 BC).
They may have been markers relating to land ownership, for route-ways, graves or meeting points.
Wade’s Stone is in the parish of Barnby, an area which includes many prehistoric burial monuments as well as a number of other standing stones.
The stone was re-erected with funding from the North York Moors National Park Authority’s monument management scheme, a partnership between the Authority and English Heritage to reduce the ‘At Risk’ status of scheduled monuments and improve their management.
This partnership is particularly important since nearly a third of all the scheduled monuments for the entire Yorkshire & Humber region can be found in the North York Moors National Park. The existing Scheme began in 2009 and has just been extended until 2015.
With the approval of the landowner, the North York Moors National Park Authority commissioned Tees Archaeology to record and then reinstate the fallen stone.
Tees Archaeology carefully excavated what little was left of the original socket hole and then extended its depth to provide an adequate trench into which to set the re-erected stone.
Graham Lee, the National Park Authority’s Senior Archaeological Conservation Officer, said: “The standing stones and crosses dotted across the North York Moors are part of the area’s charm.
“They make our ancestors seem almost tangible and are probably some of the most photographed objects in the National Park.
“The sheer size of some of these stones adds to the mystery of how they got here and what they were for – it’s therefore not surprising that local legends have sprung up around many of them.”
There is no public access to Wade’s Stone but it can be easily viewed from the A174 near East Barnby Outdoor Education Centre.
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The two metre high stone in the North York Moors National Park toppled over, it is thought, due to centuries of cultivation around the scheduled monument reducing the level of the surrounding ground
The standing stone is known as Wade’s Stone after the giant that, according to local legend, lived in the area. The proximity of another standing stone also known as Wade’s Stone has led many to believe that the two mark the grave of the giant who is behind many local stories.
Wade and his wife Bell were said to live in a castle in Lythe and kept cattle on the moors.
Wade’s Causeway, which crosses Wheeldale Moor in the National Park, was built by the giant so that Bell could milk her cows and the iconic Hole of Horcum was apparently formed during an argument between the two, when Wade scooped up a handful of earth to throw at Bell, creating Blakey Topping – a nearby hill – in the process.
Scheduled monument
Standing stones are prehistoric ritual or ceremonial monuments with dates ranging from the late Neolithic to the end of the Bronze Age (c.3000 to 800 BC).
They may have been markers relating to land ownership, for route-ways, graves or meeting points.
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The stone was re-erected with funding from the North York Moors National Park Authority’s monument management scheme, a partnership between the Authority and English Heritage to reduce the ‘At Risk’ status of scheduled monuments and improve their management.
This partnership is particularly important since nearly a third of all the scheduled monuments for the entire Yorkshire & Humber region can be found in the North York Moors National Park. The existing Scheme began in 2009 and has just been extended until 2015.
With the approval of the landowner, the North York Moors National Park Authority commissioned Tees Archaeology to record and then reinstate the fallen stone.
Tees Archaeology carefully excavated what little was left of the original socket hole and then extended its depth to provide an adequate trench into which to set the re-erected stone.
Graham Lee, the National Park Authority’s Senior Archaeological Conservation Officer, said: “The standing stones and crosses dotted across the North York Moors are part of the area’s charm.
“They make our ancestors seem almost tangible and are probably some of the most photographed objects in the National Park.
“The sheer size of some of these stones adds to the mystery of how they got here and what they were for – it’s therefore not surprising that local legends have sprung up around many of them.”
There is no public access to Wade’s Stone but it can be easily viewed from the A174 near East Barnby Outdoor Education Centre.
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Thursday, 24 November 2011
Chris Huhne announces Green Deal
A consultation on the Green Deal was published yesterday as part of the Energy & Climate Change Secretary Chris Huhne’s Annual Energy Statement to Parliament.
It was announced yesterday that there will be £14 billion worth of private sector investment in home energy improvements over the next 10 years.
The consultation on the Green Deal which was published by the Energy and Climate Change Secretary, Chris Huhne, will provide home energy saving upgrades to householders at no upfront costs.
Chris Huhne said, “The Green Deal is about putting energy consumers back in control of their bills and banishing Britain’s draughty homes to the history books. By stimulating billions of pounds of private sector investment, the Green Deal will revolutionise the way that we keep our homes warm, making them cosier, more efficient – and all at no upfront cost.”
By the end of 2011, household electricity prices will have increased by around 16% on average and household gas prices have increased by 25% since the start of the year which has been mainly due to the rise in global fossil fuel prices. Over the past year alone, the global gas price has increased by nearly 40%.
Chris Huhne continues, “I want to insulate Britain’s homes not just from the cold weather, but also from the chill winds of global fossil fuel prices. It’s these that are pushing up consumer energy prices, and it’s why our balanced package of policies aimed at achieving energy savings and shifting to more home grown alternatives is the right one for the economy and all of us who pay energy bills.
“There are certainly costs to replacing our ageing energy infrastructure with modern, clean power stations, and we take very seriously any impact of our policies on what consumers and businesses pay. We’ve repeatedly taken steps to reduce this – by removing some planned levies on bills and making others more cost effective and within budget.
“But a crucial – and too often ignored – priority of our whole strategy is to reduce the amount of energy we use in our homes.”
The Green Deal will be launched in October 2012 which will see homeowners benefit immediately from installing insulation and other energy saving technologies at no upfront cost. Repayments will be made over time from the energy savings.
Also, a new requirement that energy companies will provide £1.3 billion a year to ensure all homeowners will be able to benefit from the Green Deal. Up to £150 in cash back could be made available for homes taking out the Green Deal which will be funded through private sector Green Deal finance.
£200 Million funding boost for Green Deal.
It was announced today that there will be an additional £200m of Government funding to provide a special limited-time introductory offer to boost the early take off of the Green Deal.
With the continuing rise in householders bills, the Government want to see as many people as possible benefiting from the Green Deal.
Chief Secretary to the Treasury, Danny Alexander said, "I can announce today that as part of the Autumn Statement we will provide £200m funding for new and additional support to enable special time-limited introductory offer for the Green Deal".
He continues to say that the additional funding is,"an offer that could save early adopters hundreds of pounds."
Energy and Climate Change Secretary Chris Huhne added, "This big injection of Government funding delivers on our promise to ensure the Green Deal hits the ground running, and make it as attractive as possible so that people start to benefit from day one." Find out more here.
It was announced yesterday that there will be £14 billion worth of private sector investment in home energy improvements over the next 10 years.
The consultation on the Green Deal which was published by the Energy and Climate Change Secretary, Chris Huhne, will provide home energy saving upgrades to householders at no upfront costs.
Chris Huhne said, “The Green Deal is about putting energy consumers back in control of their bills and banishing Britain’s draughty homes to the history books. By stimulating billions of pounds of private sector investment, the Green Deal will revolutionise the way that we keep our homes warm, making them cosier, more efficient – and all at no upfront cost.”
By the end of 2011, household electricity prices will have increased by around 16% on average and household gas prices have increased by 25% since the start of the year which has been mainly due to the rise in global fossil fuel prices. Over the past year alone, the global gas price has increased by nearly 40%.
Chris Huhne continues, “I want to insulate Britain’s homes not just from the cold weather, but also from the chill winds of global fossil fuel prices. It’s these that are pushing up consumer energy prices, and it’s why our balanced package of policies aimed at achieving energy savings and shifting to more home grown alternatives is the right one for the economy and all of us who pay energy bills.
“There are certainly costs to replacing our ageing energy infrastructure with modern, clean power stations, and we take very seriously any impact of our policies on what consumers and businesses pay. We’ve repeatedly taken steps to reduce this – by removing some planned levies on bills and making others more cost effective and within budget.
“But a crucial – and too often ignored – priority of our whole strategy is to reduce the amount of energy we use in our homes.”
The Green Deal will be launched in October 2012 which will see homeowners benefit immediately from installing insulation and other energy saving technologies at no upfront cost. Repayments will be made over time from the energy savings.
Also, a new requirement that energy companies will provide £1.3 billion a year to ensure all homeowners will be able to benefit from the Green Deal. Up to £150 in cash back could be made available for homes taking out the Green Deal which will be funded through private sector Green Deal finance.
£200 Million funding boost for Green Deal.
It was announced today that there will be an additional £200m of Government funding to provide a special limited-time introductory offer to boost the early take off of the Green Deal.
With the continuing rise in householders bills, the Government want to see as many people as possible benefiting from the Green Deal.
Chief Secretary to the Treasury, Danny Alexander said, "I can announce today that as part of the Autumn Statement we will provide £200m funding for new and additional support to enable special time-limited introductory offer for the Green Deal".
He continues to say that the additional funding is,"an offer that could save early adopters hundreds of pounds."
Energy and Climate Change Secretary Chris Huhne added, "This big injection of Government funding delivers on our promise to ensure the Green Deal hits the ground running, and make it as attractive as possible so that people start to benefit from day one." Find out more here.
Wednesday, 23 November 2011
Pond Project launched by Yorkshire Wildlife Trust
Recognising the environmental importance of village ponds in East Yorkshire, Scarborough and Ryedale is at the centre of a new project launched by the Yorkshire Wildlife Trust.
Funded by LEADER Coast, Wolds, Wetlands and Waterways the Parish Pond Project aims to undertake an assessment of the pond assets across the LEADER area. It is hoped that in doing this communities will become more aware of their wetland heritage and therefore encourage wider appreciation of the village landscape.
Jon Traill, Project Manager, was delighted with the initial response from Parish Councils that wanted to be involved:
“Over 30 Parish ponds are to be assessed for their environmental and wildlife value and we are examining the history behind these ponds. Studies have shown that small bodies of water, such as ponds and ditches, are just as important as rivers and lakes in supporting a range of aquatic biodiversity in the agricultural landscape. Therefore auditing the ponds we have now and learning how we can improve them for wildlife is vitally important.”
Funded initially for 5 months the project aims to provide other opportunities and support for Parishes to improve their ponds.
If you want to know more about the project or would like to be involved then please contact Harriet Linfoot at Yorkshire Wildlife Trust. Information about the Coast, Wolds, Wetlands & Waterways LEADER programme can be found here. The LEADER programme is being financed by the European Agriculture Fund for Rural Development and Defra as part of the Rural Development Programme for England.
Funded by LEADER Coast, Wolds, Wetlands and Waterways the Parish Pond Project aims to undertake an assessment of the pond assets across the LEADER area. It is hoped that in doing this communities will become more aware of their wetland heritage and therefore encourage wider appreciation of the village landscape.
Jon Traill, Project Manager, was delighted with the initial response from Parish Councils that wanted to be involved:
“Over 30 Parish ponds are to be assessed for their environmental and wildlife value and we are examining the history behind these ponds. Studies have shown that small bodies of water, such as ponds and ditches, are just as important as rivers and lakes in supporting a range of aquatic biodiversity in the agricultural landscape. Therefore auditing the ponds we have now and learning how we can improve them for wildlife is vitally important.”
Funded initially for 5 months the project aims to provide other opportunities and support for Parishes to improve their ponds.
If you want to know more about the project or would like to be involved then please contact Harriet Linfoot at Yorkshire Wildlife Trust. Information about the Coast, Wolds, Wetlands & Waterways LEADER programme can be found here. The LEADER programme is being financed by the European Agriculture Fund for Rural Development and Defra as part of the Rural Development Programme for England.
Tuesday, 22 November 2011
A new view of the north’s National Parks
Four women from the International Centre in Middlesbrough have produced an independent guide to the National Parks of northern England aimed at showing people from urban areas how easily accessible these special places are. The four are also community champions for the North York Moors and the Mosaic Project – which aims to achieve an increase in ethnic minority visitors to the National Parks.
Tasnim Niaz, Azram Rafiq, Hamida Saleem and Naseem Mahmoud met at Middlesbrough’s International Centre. Having visited some of the UK’s 15 National Parks through the Mosaic Project, the group wanted to encourage others to experience the activities, heritage and scenery on offer by providing information aimed at the first time visitor. The guide they produced covers the Lake District, Northumberland, North York Moors, Peak District and Yorkshire Dales parks.
“Some people think there is nothing to do in a National Park or that you need to pay to get in,” explains Tasnim Niaz, Centre Manager at Middlesbrough’s International Centre. “We wanted to break down some of these barriers by providing basic information on what to see and do, where to stay and where to go for more information. We chose the five northern English National Parks as they are all relatively close so you could easily see more than one if you were staying in the area.”
With funding from the North York Moors National Park Authority’s Sustainable Development Fund, the group spent a weekend in each of the five National Parks gathering information for their guide. The finished booklet is available free from National Park Centres and Middlesbrough’s International Centre and can also be downloaded from the news pages at http://www.mosaicnationalparks.org/
Image: Tasnim Niaz (on the left) with her fellow writers in the Lake District National Park.
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Whitby Esk Energy Project Moves Forward
Latest News from the Project!
We have now raised nearly £125,000 in community shares and have agreed enough grants and loans for the Directors to approve the next stage of the Whitby Esk Energy project. It is because of your support the Directors have been able to make this decision.
As a result of this decision all those that have applied for shares will become shareholders and will receive their share certificates through the post in the next few weeks.
In the meantime, we will work with the North York Moors National Park, North Yorkshire County Council, CO2Sense and Key Fund, who are providing the grants and loans, to confirm final details of finance arrangements before the order for the turbine is placed. At the same time we will work with the contractor, J N Bentley, to finalise the contract.
As Whitby Esk Energy becomes a reality we expect more people to be interested in the project so we will still accept share applications. The more shares that are owned the sooner we can pay back the loans, which will mean more money for further community projects and share holders. So please continue to spread the word.
If you have any questions please get in touch by email or phone tel. 01287 669641. Learn more about the project by watching this video.
Meet the Team
Esk Valley Community Energy Group's hydro steering team would like to invite shareholders and prospective shareholders to come and meet us:
on Saturday 10th December,
12.30 - 2.30
in the Bridge Inn, on the High Street, Ruswarp, Whitby YO21 1NJ
As this is a community project we wanted to give you a chance not only to meet us and find out about the next stage in the project but also to meet each other.
Weather permitting we will go and look at the weir where the hydroelectric turbine will be installed.
The pub will have bar meals and sandwiches on sale for those that want some lunch.
For those that are unable to attend due to distance or other commitments we hope to have some interviews from the event added to this website.
To apply for shares please visit the Whitby Esk Energy website.
We have now raised nearly £125,000 in community shares and have agreed enough grants and loans for the Directors to approve the next stage of the Whitby Esk Energy project. It is because of your support the Directors have been able to make this decision.
As a result of this decision all those that have applied for shares will become shareholders and will receive their share certificates through the post in the next few weeks.
In the meantime, we will work with the North York Moors National Park, North Yorkshire County Council, CO2Sense and Key Fund, who are providing the grants and loans, to confirm final details of finance arrangements before the order for the turbine is placed. At the same time we will work with the contractor, J N Bentley, to finalise the contract.
As Whitby Esk Energy becomes a reality we expect more people to be interested in the project so we will still accept share applications. The more shares that are owned the sooner we can pay back the loans, which will mean more money for further community projects and share holders. So please continue to spread the word.
If you have any questions please get in touch by email or phone tel. 01287 669641. Learn more about the project by watching this video.
Meet the Team
Esk Valley Community Energy Group's hydro steering team would like to invite shareholders and prospective shareholders to come and meet us:
on Saturday 10th December,
12.30 - 2.30
in the Bridge Inn, on the High Street, Ruswarp, Whitby YO21 1NJ
As this is a community project we wanted to give you a chance not only to meet us and find out about the next stage in the project but also to meet each other.
Weather permitting we will go and look at the weir where the hydroelectric turbine will be installed.
The pub will have bar meals and sandwiches on sale for those that want some lunch.
For those that are unable to attend due to distance or other commitments we hope to have some interviews from the event added to this website.
To apply for shares please visit the Whitby Esk Energy website.
Schools - why not take part in 'Switch-Off Fortnight'?
From EDF Energy's programme for greener schools
Following the success of Switch-Off Fortnight in the past two years, we are delighted to invite teachers from across the UK to register to take part in this year's campaign from 21st November to 4th December.
The original Switch-Off Fortnight was piloted by Worcestershire, Warwickshire and Coventry councils in 2008 and results showed the potential to save up to 20%* in energy costs as a result of taking part.
Since then the Pod has worked with these councils to make Switch-Off Fortnight a national campaign and one that will involve the whole school, parents and the local community. The success of Switch-Off Fortnight is increasing year on year; when it first launched in 2009, more than 2500 schools joined in and last year more than 3700 used Switch-Off Fortnight resources to focus on saving energy in their schools.
This year we've got 4,000 free campaign packs to give away on a first come, first served basis to schools that sign up to take part in Switch-Off Fortnight. Last year the packs ran out very quickly so don't miss out - sign up today!
Switch-Off Fortnight is a fantastic opportunity to get the whole school learning about energy and thinking about how they can cut down on the amount of energy they use both at school and at home. It's also a great way to inspire parents and the local community to make changes too. Why not encourage some light hearted competition between classes and year groups to see who can save the most energy. In addition to making learning fun for pupils, the Pod's energy activities fit in with many areas of the National Curriculum including Maths, Numeracy, PHSE, Citizenship, English/literacy, ICT and Geography. For full details of curriculum links,take a look at the Curriculum Guide for the Goodbye Standby and Switching On to Switching Off activities.
Taking part in Switch-Off Fortnight activities will also help your application for an Eco-Schools award whether you're just starting out and ready for a bronze award or looking for a major project for your Green Flag Application.
What's more schools that take part could win a prize in the Switch-Off Fortnight draw
More information about how Switch-Off Fortnight will help with Eco-Schools awards can be found here.
For more information about the campaign and the prize draw click here.
The Pod contains games, videos, blogs, lesson plans and other resources, all designed to make your school greener. Check it out here. The Pod is part of the Sustainability and Regeneration theme of the London 2012 Education programme.
Following the success of Switch-Off Fortnight in the past two years, we are delighted to invite teachers from across the UK to register to take part in this year's campaign from 21st November to 4th December.
The original Switch-Off Fortnight was piloted by Worcestershire, Warwickshire and Coventry councils in 2008 and results showed the potential to save up to 20%* in energy costs as a result of taking part.
Since then the Pod has worked with these councils to make Switch-Off Fortnight a national campaign and one that will involve the whole school, parents and the local community. The success of Switch-Off Fortnight is increasing year on year; when it first launched in 2009, more than 2500 schools joined in and last year more than 3700 used Switch-Off Fortnight resources to focus on saving energy in their schools.
This year we've got 4,000 free campaign packs to give away on a first come, first served basis to schools that sign up to take part in Switch-Off Fortnight. Last year the packs ran out very quickly so don't miss out - sign up today!
Why take part in Switch-Off Fortnight?
Switch-Off Fortnight is a fantastic opportunity to get the whole school learning about energy and thinking about how they can cut down on the amount of energy they use both at school and at home. It's also a great way to inspire parents and the local community to make changes too. Why not encourage some light hearted competition between classes and year groups to see who can save the most energy. In addition to making learning fun for pupils, the Pod's energy activities fit in with many areas of the National Curriculum including Maths, Numeracy, PHSE, Citizenship, English/literacy, ICT and Geography. For full details of curriculum links,take a look at the Curriculum Guide for the Goodbye Standby and Switching On to Switching Off activities.
Taking part in Switch-Off Fortnight activities will also help your application for an Eco-Schools award whether you're just starting out and ready for a bronze award or looking for a major project for your Green Flag Application.
What's more schools that take part could win a prize in the Switch-Off Fortnight draw
More information about how Switch-Off Fortnight will help with Eco-Schools awards can be found here.
For more information about the campaign and the prize draw click here.
The Pod contains games, videos, blogs, lesson plans and other resources, all designed to make your school greener. Check it out here. The Pod is part of the Sustainability and Regeneration theme of the London 2012 Education programme.
Monday, 21 November 2011
Worfolk Cottage - a beacon to sustainability
Quakers first gathered at Worfolk in 1669. The present site was used for meetings and burials until the end of the 18th century and Worfolk has been a place of rest, recuperation and spiritual refreshment for the last forty years or so. Worfolk Cottage has now been completely refurbished, as the film outlines, and has been designed to be fully carbon neutral.
Electricity is generated from a ground source heat pump, a wind turbine and photovoltaic panels. Water heating is supplemented from solar panels. There is a high degree of insulation throughout the house with heating supplemented by a wood burning fire.
Learn more about the recent eco-refurbishment in the following video where Brian Fellowes, Tony Collinson and Colin Wicks outline the project in detail:
The cottage has 14 bed spaces in 5 bedrooms and has disabled access and en-suite toilet, washbasin and shower on the first floor.
To book Worfolk Cottage visit their website or email Tony.
Find out more about ground source heat pumps, wind turbines, solar water heating and wood fuel heating.
Electricity is generated from a ground source heat pump, a wind turbine and photovoltaic panels. Water heating is supplemented from solar panels. There is a high degree of insulation throughout the house with heating supplemented by a wood burning fire.
Learn more about the recent eco-refurbishment in the following video where Brian Fellowes, Tony Collinson and Colin Wicks outline the project in detail:
The cottage has 14 bed spaces in 5 bedrooms and has disabled access and en-suite toilet, washbasin and shower on the first floor.
To book Worfolk Cottage visit their website or email Tony.
Find out more about ground source heat pumps, wind turbines, solar water heating and wood fuel heating.
Friday, 18 November 2011
Green design competition from CO2Sense
CO2Sense are looking for the best, most innovative new product designs, which can win up to £10,000 worth of consultancy each. The winner can use their consultancy on anything from design support to prototype construction, materials, packaging, branding, and assistance with business cases and financial projections. There's even the possibility of getting investment from CO2Sense or their partners.
Any small or medium-sized business in Yorkshire and the Humber can apply. You can enter any type of product, as long as it has some sort of environmental benefit. CO2Sense have previously worked with products from street-lighting and building products to solar panels and spice-racks.
Applying is simple – just download the application form here (guidance notes available here) and send it back by the end of Friday 2nd December.
For more information please visit www.co2sense.co.uk/competition
Wednesday, 16 November 2011
Green Reads: The New Complete Book of Self-Sufficiency
This revised edition of an old favorite, first published in 1978, explains how to cultivate and preserve all types of fruit, herbs, and vegetables, in addition to instructions on keeping bees and raising chickens.
John Seymour’s classic guide gives you the knowledge and expertise to create your own self-sufficient garden and produce what you need. Whatever the size of your space, discover how to garden organically and maximise your harvest, without the need for radical changes to your lifestyle.
From cultivating vegetables to making cider, keeping chickens to training vines, you’ll garden in tune with the seasons, growing for the year, eating for today and storing for tomorrow.
- Includes over 600 illustrations, many redrawn for the revised edition
- Contains information on drying, storing, and preserving fruits and vegetables
- Explains the “Deep Bed” method, critical to anyone with a tiny plot
No specialist knowledge required: just clearly explained principles and practicalities ideal for any gardener.
Conservationists call for urgent restoration of UK peatlands
A new report warns that losing just 5% of British peatland, including those found on the North Yorks Moors, would equal UK's annual carbon emissions and risk climate targets.
The findings of the International Union for the Conservation of Nature represents the culmination of 18 months of focused collaboration between peatland experts from land management, science and policy from across the UK, and reveals the enormous importance of our peatlands for people and wildlife.
It is of great concern that the Inquiry found that much of the UK’s peatlands have been damaged, with severe consequences for biodiversity and valuable ecosystem services. A significant amount of carbon is leaking into the atmosphere from drained and deteriorating peatlands.
This is particularly alarming as a loss of only 5% of the carbon stored in peat would equate to the UK’s total annual green house gas emissions. On the other hand, healthy peatlands and those that have been restored and enhanced can make a positive contribution to tackling climate change.
The Inquiry has identified a clear strategy for action to bring our peatlands back from the brink, and points the way forward to avoid the social and environmental costs of further deterioration.
This report makes clear the multiple benefits of peatland conservation and restoration, particularly in relation to carbon savings, cleaner drinking water, wildlife conservation and historic archive preservation.
Download the full report and a summary of findings here (pdf) and visit the Yorkshire Peat Partnership website.
The findings of the International Union for the Conservation of Nature represents the culmination of 18 months of focused collaboration between peatland experts from land management, science and policy from across the UK, and reveals the enormous importance of our peatlands for people and wildlife.
It is of great concern that the Inquiry found that much of the UK’s peatlands have been damaged, with severe consequences for biodiversity and valuable ecosystem services. A significant amount of carbon is leaking into the atmosphere from drained and deteriorating peatlands.
This is particularly alarming as a loss of only 5% of the carbon stored in peat would equate to the UK’s total annual green house gas emissions. On the other hand, healthy peatlands and those that have been restored and enhanced can make a positive contribution to tackling climate change.
The Inquiry has identified a clear strategy for action to bring our peatlands back from the brink, and points the way forward to avoid the social and environmental costs of further deterioration.
This report makes clear the multiple benefits of peatland conservation and restoration, particularly in relation to carbon savings, cleaner drinking water, wildlife conservation and historic archive preservation.
Download the full report and a summary of findings here (pdf) and visit the Yorkshire Peat Partnership website.
North Yorkshire Moors Railway - 'Bridge 30' - renewing a vital link
In 2009 our local, and world reknown, heritage steam railway launched the 'Bridge & Wheels Appeal' to raise £1m to stave off almost certain closure. The majority of the money was urgently needed to allow the railway to renew 'Bridge 30', (pictured below) located between Goathland and Grosmont and additionally to renew one of its historic locomotives.
Thanks to the magnificent response of the public and with help from North Yorkshire County Council and the LEADER Programme, the funds needed to replace 'Bridge 30' were raised and the challenging project to replace the bridge was completed in early 2010.
In the following film appeal co-ordinator Jim Dedicoat describes the project and the importance of the railway in sustaining local communities:
A gallery of images taken during the period of the bridge renewal can be seen here.
For further information on the North Yorkshire Moors railway please visit their website where you can find the latest information on the appeal, learn about volunteering opportunities which can lead to professional work on the main railways, also visit their online shops, view their latest videos and book your seat on the famous Santa Special.
Many thanks to Jim for the time he gave in making this film.
Related news:
The North Yorkshire Moors Railway goes for gold as the London 2012 Olympic Torch Relay Route comes to heart of the Yorkshire Moors. more....
Thanks to the magnificent response of the public and with help from North Yorkshire County Council and the LEADER Programme, the funds needed to replace 'Bridge 30' were raised and the challenging project to replace the bridge was completed in early 2010.
In the following film appeal co-ordinator Jim Dedicoat describes the project and the importance of the railway in sustaining local communities:
A gallery of images taken during the period of the bridge renewal can be seen here.
For further information on the North Yorkshire Moors railway please visit their website where you can find the latest information on the appeal, learn about volunteering opportunities which can lead to professional work on the main railways, also visit their online shops, view their latest videos and book your seat on the famous Santa Special.
Many thanks to Jim for the time he gave in making this film.
Related news:
The North Yorkshire Moors Railway goes for gold as the London 2012 Olympic Torch Relay Route comes to heart of the Yorkshire Moors. more....
Monday, 14 November 2011
Principle 03
A sustainable way of life means not a diminuition of choices but a change of choices and an increase. It can be measured not in terms of standard of living but in quality of life.
Kevin McCloud's 43 Principles of Home: Enjoying Life in the 21st Century
Kevin McCloud's 43 Principles of Home: Enjoying Life in the 21st Century
Saturday, 12 November 2011
End of road for spectacular North Yorks valley route
The Forestry Commission is working to restore the tranquillity of one of England’s most scenic valleys by closing a three mile stretch of woodland road through Newtondale Valley, near Pickering.
Access has been retained for residents and those using holiday homes in the remote North York Moors beauty spot, but general traffic will no longer be able to use Newtondale Forest Drive to the make the journey between the villages of Levisham and Stape.
The road was closed to the general public at the beginning of November 2011
Paul Cody, District Forester with the Forestry Commission, explained:
“We have consulted with local people and organisations and generally had a very positive reaction. Newtondale is a Site of Special Scientific Interest for its geology and one of the North's most important woods for wildlife. Over recent years we have managed it as a wilderness area and removing through traffic will further help restore the valley’s magical character.”
Paul Cody continued:
"Landslips have caused a great deal of damage to the road surface, which in sections is difficult to navigate. Repair costs have become prohibitive, especially considering the area’s environmentally sensitive character. The North York Moors steam railway runs through the valley bottom so there is good access for walkers wanting to get into the heart of the area. Ramblers and riders will also be able to enjoy the peace and quiet without the roar of passing motor traffic.”
Access has been retained for residents and those using holiday homes in the remote North York Moors beauty spot, but general traffic will no longer be able to use Newtondale Forest Drive to the make the journey between the villages of Levisham and Stape.
The road was closed to the general public at the beginning of November 2011
Paul Cody, District Forester with the Forestry Commission, explained:
“We have consulted with local people and organisations and generally had a very positive reaction. Newtondale is a Site of Special Scientific Interest for its geology and one of the North's most important woods for wildlife. Over recent years we have managed it as a wilderness area and removing through traffic will further help restore the valley’s magical character.”
Paul Cody continued:
"Landslips have caused a great deal of damage to the road surface, which in sections is difficult to navigate. Repair costs have become prohibitive, especially considering the area’s environmentally sensitive character. The North York Moors steam railway runs through the valley bottom so there is good access for walkers wanting to get into the heart of the area. Ramblers and riders will also be able to enjoy the peace and quiet without the roar of passing motor traffic.”
Wednesday, 9 November 2011
An update on Feed in Tariffs
An outline of the Feed-in Tariffs for domestic and commercial solar PV installations and wind turbine installations, the change in tariffs for each technology and key dates to consider.
Domestic Solar PV Installations
Anyone that has had their domestic solar PV system installed, commissioned and registered with their utility provider before the 12th December 2011 are guaranteed to receive 43.3p/kWh.
For anyone who installs a domestic solar PV system between the 12th December and the 31st March 2012 will receive 43.3p/kWh up until the tariff rates change as of the 1st April 2012, as of this date, they will receive 21p/kWh for the remainder of the 25 years.
For all domestic solar PV systems installed after the 1st April 2012, you will receive 21p/kWh for 25 years, index-linked and tax free.
Commercial Solar PV Installations
Anyone that has had their commercial solar PV system installed, commissioned and registered with their utility provider before the 12th December 2011 are guaranteed to receive 32.9p/kWh.
For anyone who installs a commercial solar PV system between the 12th December and the 31st March will receive 32.9p/kWh up until the tariff rates change as of the 1st April 2012, as of this date, they will receive 15.2p/kWh for the remainder of the 25 years.
For all commercial solar PV systems installed after the 1st April 2012, you will receive 15.2p/kWh index-linked for 25 years.
Conclusion
Details of the Feed-in Tariff rates for wind systems will be documented in the second phase of the consultation which will be out soon.
All dates and figures are currently under consultation and responses to the proposals in the DECC document are invited by the 23rd December 2011.
Online responses can be submitted via DECC's consultation hub here or alternatively you can email your responses to fits@decc.gsi.gov.uk.
Source: British Eco
What are the Feed-in Tariffs?
The Feed-in Tariff Scheme is a Government initiative which was introduced in the UK in April 2010 to encourage people to generate electricity from renewable sources, by offering financial support. Not only will you be paid through your electricity supplier for the electricity you generate, but you will also reduce your energy bills and protect yourself from future energy price rises. What’s more, you will be paid again for any electricity which you do not use which you export to the national grid, through your electricity supplier. All that, as well as reducing your carbon footprint.
How do I generate electricity from a renewable source?
The main methods of generating electricity from renewable sources are Solar PV (photovoltaic) and wind turbines, although hydro power and anaerobic digestion are also possible.
Who can benefit from the Feed-in Tariffs?
The Scheme started in April 2010 and is open to everyone in England, Scotland and Wales who installs an eligible renewable electricity system; this includes homeowners, tenants, businesses, schools and farms. For small and medium sized installations, both installers and equipment must be certified under the Government’s Microgeneration Certification Scheme (MCS). BritishEco is an MCS accredited installer.
Domestic Solar PV Installations
Anyone that has had their domestic solar PV system installed, commissioned and registered with their utility provider before the 12th December 2011 are guaranteed to receive 43.3p/kWh.
For anyone who installs a domestic solar PV system between the 12th December and the 31st March 2012 will receive 43.3p/kWh up until the tariff rates change as of the 1st April 2012, as of this date, they will receive 21p/kWh for the remainder of the 25 years.
For all domestic solar PV systems installed after the 1st April 2012, you will receive 21p/kWh for 25 years, index-linked and tax free.
Commercial Solar PV Installations
Anyone that has had their commercial solar PV system installed, commissioned and registered with their utility provider before the 12th December 2011 are guaranteed to receive 32.9p/kWh.
For anyone who installs a commercial solar PV system between the 12th December and the 31st March will receive 32.9p/kWh up until the tariff rates change as of the 1st April 2012, as of this date, they will receive 15.2p/kWh for the remainder of the 25 years.
For all commercial solar PV systems installed after the 1st April 2012, you will receive 15.2p/kWh index-linked for 25 years.
Conclusion
Details of the Feed-in Tariff rates for wind systems will be documented in the second phase of the consultation which will be out soon.
All dates and figures are currently under consultation and responses to the proposals in the DECC document are invited by the 23rd December 2011.
Online responses can be submitted via DECC's consultation hub here or alternatively you can email your responses to fits@decc.gsi.gov.uk.
Source: British Eco
What are the Feed-in Tariffs?
The Feed-in Tariff Scheme is a Government initiative which was introduced in the UK in April 2010 to encourage people to generate electricity from renewable sources, by offering financial support. Not only will you be paid through your electricity supplier for the electricity you generate, but you will also reduce your energy bills and protect yourself from future energy price rises. What’s more, you will be paid again for any electricity which you do not use which you export to the national grid, through your electricity supplier. All that, as well as reducing your carbon footprint.
How do I generate electricity from a renewable source?
The main methods of generating electricity from renewable sources are Solar PV (photovoltaic) and wind turbines, although hydro power and anaerobic digestion are also possible.
Who can benefit from the Feed-in Tariffs?
The Scheme started in April 2010 and is open to everyone in England, Scotland and Wales who installs an eligible renewable electricity system; this includes homeowners, tenants, businesses, schools and farms. For small and medium sized installations, both installers and equipment must be certified under the Government’s Microgeneration Certification Scheme (MCS). BritishEco is an MCS accredited installer.
Tuesday, 8 November 2011
Creating an edible town
The inspirational story of the women of Todmorden who taught their town how to grow their own fruit, vegetables and herbs.
Pickering Civic Society and Kirkbymoorside Environment Group invite everyone interested in growing or eating the best fresh produce to a talk by the world renowned Incredible Edible Todmorden on Monday 21 November 10-12am at Pickering Memorial Hall. Free entry.
IET have inspired a whole town to grow their own fresh produce and now teach their schoolchildren how to do it too. They use every conceivable plot of land they can beg or borrow and the people of the town can help themselves to this ultimate in local produce. The Guardian newspaper have a series of films about the group which you can watch here.
And here's another by the River Cottage team:
Could North York Moors communities do something similar?
Monday, 7 November 2011
Printer cartridges now accepted at recycling centres
All printer cartridges delivered to the centres are assessed to see if they can be reused. These cartridges are then refilled and debranded before being sold as remanufactured cartridges.
Cartridges that cannot be reused due to damage are being stored for processing to recover the plastic, copper and other materials used to produce them.
The service is being provided by the county council working with contractor May Gurney, which manages the sites on behalf of the council.
To find your nearest household waste recycling centre that accepts printer cartridges visit www.northyorks.gov.uk/hwrc.
Could North York Moors communities Bag It?
The US film Bag It: Is Your Life Too plastic? examines the impact of plastics on the environment, marine animals and human health. Here is a short trailer:
A website developed around the issues raised by the film carries information on the environmental impacts of plastics, a toolkit on how to become a Bag It Town and various Bag It products including a dvd of the film. Care should be taken if ordering the film however as it is from the US and may not be compatible with UK players. So far I have been unable to find a UK distributor.
In Kirkbymoorside the Morsbags group make bags out of recycled fabrics and these are freely available from outlets in the town - so far though I'm not aware of any community aiming to become plastic bag free - do let me know if there are.
Finally, an interesting article with the provocative title: Are plastic bags better after all? highlights that the issue of plastic bags may not be quite so clear cut as you might at first think.
In Kirkbymoorside the Morsbags group make bags out of recycled fabrics and these are freely available from outlets in the town - so far though I'm not aware of any community aiming to become plastic bag free - do let me know if there are.
Finally, an interesting article with the provocative title: Are plastic bags better after all? highlights that the issue of plastic bags may not be quite so clear cut as you might at first think.
Thursday, 3 November 2011
New way to raise funds for your project
On peoplefund.it you can find good ideas that might just change the world. Then you can help make them happen with you spare cash, in return for your choice of reward. It’s quick to back a project, and your money will only leave your account if the idea you support raises its target. Find out more by watching the video:
Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall, chef, campaigner, Director and Presenter at KEO films, says:
"The success of our Fish Fight, Landshare, and energyshare campaigns have shown that solutions often come from grass roots action, and have the power to effect more remarkable change than we really ever imagined. Peoplefund.it builds on that momentum, and gives people the means to take their ideas forward. That, in a nutshell, is why, I’m excited about peoplefund.it.”
"The success of our Fish Fight, Landshare, and energyshare campaigns have shown that solutions often come from grass roots action, and have the power to effect more remarkable change than we really ever imagined. Peoplefund.it builds on that momentum, and gives people the means to take their ideas forward. That, in a nutshell, is why, I’m excited about peoplefund.it.”
Wednesday, 2 November 2011
Buying a wood made easy with the Woodland Trust
There are few things as fun and rewarding as having your own woodland. To help more people to have this opportunity the Woodland Trust has launched a new and innovative project called “Purchase, Plant and Pass on."
It works like this - the Woodland Trust buys suitable land, designs, secures funding for planting and creates the new native woodland. Once the wood is planted, they will then offer them for sale.
The first of these new woods, aptly named "Pioneer Wood" is located alongside the A170 midway between Helmsley and Sutton Bank. The 20 acre site is for sale as a whole or as two lots (13 acres - £65k, 7 acres - £45k). In this video James Lonsdale from the trust describes the opportunity in detail as well as the wider work of the charity.
As mentioned by James the wood is being marketed through forestry agents John Clegg - you can view further details here.
Jubilee Woods
To celebrate Queen Elizabeth ll's historic 2012 Diamond Jubilee the Woodland Trust want millions of people across the UK to come together and plant 6 million trees.
These will create hundreds of Jubilee Woods and 60 special Diamond Woods.
With HRH The Princess Royal as Patron, the Jubilee Woods project is set to create hundreds of new woods, transforming our landscape in a generation and making a real and meaningful difference for many years to come.
Together, communities, schools, companies and landowners will plant a total of 6 million trees, creating hundreds of Jubilee Woods and copses.
What's more, 60 very special Diamond Woods of at least 60 acres will also be planted – each representing a year of Her Majesty's reign.
The Woodland Trust hope friends, neighbours and families will come together to plant thousands of individual trees in their gardens or backyards, too – each taking the chance to mark this moment in history in a way that will stay with them forever.
The Woodland Trust can offer landowners help and advice every step of the way. Find out more.
Free tree packs for schools
Community treepacks
Corporate partnerships
Contact the woodland creation team on 0845 293 5689 or email.
Find a Woodland Trust wood near you and information on volunteering opportunities.
It works like this - the Woodland Trust buys suitable land, designs, secures funding for planting and creates the new native woodland. Once the wood is planted, they will then offer them for sale.
The first of these new woods, aptly named "Pioneer Wood" is located alongside the A170 midway between Helmsley and Sutton Bank. The 20 acre site is for sale as a whole or as two lots (13 acres - £65k, 7 acres - £45k). In this video James Lonsdale from the trust describes the opportunity in detail as well as the wider work of the charity.
As mentioned by James the wood is being marketed through forestry agents John Clegg - you can view further details here.
Jubilee Woods
To celebrate Queen Elizabeth ll's historic 2012 Diamond Jubilee the Woodland Trust want millions of people across the UK to come together and plant 6 million trees.
With HRH The Princess Royal as Patron, the Jubilee Woods project is set to create hundreds of new woods, transforming our landscape in a generation and making a real and meaningful difference for many years to come.
Together, communities, schools, companies and landowners will plant a total of 6 million trees, creating hundreds of Jubilee Woods and copses.
What's more, 60 very special Diamond Woods of at least 60 acres will also be planted – each representing a year of Her Majesty's reign.
The Woodland Trust hope friends, neighbours and families will come together to plant thousands of individual trees in their gardens or backyards, too – each taking the chance to mark this moment in history in a way that will stay with them forever.
The Woodland Trust can offer landowners help and advice every step of the way. Find out more.
Free tree packs for schools
Community treepacks
Corporate partnerships
Contact the woodland creation team on 0845 293 5689 or email.
Find a Woodland Trust wood near you and information on volunteering opportunities.
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