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SUMMARY:The River Cray at Crayford: Waterside Gardens
DESCRIPTION:Come and join us on the River Cray in the centre of Crayford Town!\nWe will be working in and around Waterside Gardens\, Crayford (also known as Cray Gardens) which is in Crayford town centre to remove litter and reduce over hanging vegetation. \nThere will be varied tasks such as entering the river wearing waders to cut branches and remove litter and working bank side to remove cut branches to area that should help reduce fly tipping\, collecting litter from the rivers edge and helping to take it to the collection point. \nTasks will suit those of mixed levels of ability but as a minimum\, you will need to be able to walk on uneven ground. Strong shoes/ boots are required for working bank side. For those entering the water\, waders will be provided. \nWe will provide all tools\, gloves\, equipment and waders.  \nWhere to meet: \nWe will meet at 9:45am\, near the gardens where we will be kitted out and then walk over to the river. The exact meeting place is to be confirmed\, but it will be close to the gardens. Postcode XDA1 4JD Google Maps link here (look for Cray Gardens). We aim to finish at 1pm so it will be around 1:30pm by the time we leave the site. \nPublic transport: The nearest Station is Crayford which is 9 mins walk from the gardens. The closest bus is the 428 which runs along Crayford Way. \nWhat to bring:\nPlease dress for the weather and the task. Long trousers and sleeves are advisable as there are brambles. If you are not working in the river please wear / bring sturdy work boots. Plus layers to keep warm. Do bring your own water / drink. \nWe will provide refreshments: Tea\, coffee and biscuits. \nIf you have any questions\, please email samantha.dhedhi@thames21.org.uk. \nThis event is unsuitable for children under 18 years old. \nPlease get in touch if you have any questions about accessibility. We will do our best to make this event as accessible as possible. \nThis event is being run with the Friends of River Cray at Crayford. \nPLEASE NOTE: This is an event designed for the community to engage the local public with the river and not for corporates. If you are interested in a bespoke corporate volunteer day. Please visit our website  https://www.thames21.org.uk/get-involved-2/corporateteamdays/ \nBOOK HERE!
URL:https://www.thames21.org.uk/event/the-river-cray-at-crayford-waterside-gardens/
CATEGORIES:Experience,River Cray,South East London,Vegetation Management,Volunteer,Waterways and Wellbeing,Wellbeing
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SUMMARY:Foots Cray Meadows - Reed Bed Management
DESCRIPTION:BOOK HERE! \nJoin us at the beautiful Foots Cray Meadows by the historic Five Arch Bridge to help manage the reed beds on the River Cray. \nJust downstream from Five Arch Bridge is a reed bed that several years ago was non-existent. It reached the point where it was completely as wide as the river and became an obstruction. It’s been slowly reduced\, but it needs a final concerted effort to bring it properly under control. The reed mat takes a bit of effort to dig out\, hence the need for a reasonable level of fitness. \nThe work will be carried out standing in the river with waders on and will be rather physical. Waders and all tools will be provided. \nRefreshments will be served after the event. \nThis is event is being run with the Cray River Action Group (CRAG). \nBOOK HERE!
URL:https://www.thames21.org.uk/event/foots-cray-meadows-reed-bed-management/
LOCATION:Five Arches Foots Cray Meadows\, Leafield Lane\, Sidcup\, DA14 5EB\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:River Cray,River Restoration,Vegetation Management,Volunteer,Wellbeing,Wetland,Your Tidal Thames
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SUMMARY:River Roding Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a relaxing riverside walk along the River Roding\, as it winds its way to Barking Creek and meets the Thames. \nThis is a great chance to connect with nature as we explore the riverside and nature reserve. We’ll be taking in the sights and sounds of the landscape\, spot local wildlife\, and take some photographs along the way. \nIt’s also a great opportunity to connect with others who care about this local space. We’ll be chatting about the river’s accessibility and what you want to see done to make it a more welcoming space for the community and you can also share your ideas as to how you want to get involved with the river’s restoration. This is an ideal Saturday morning stroll where everyone is welcome. \n📍 Meeting Point: Outside Tesco entrance\, Highbridge Road\, Barking\, IG11 7BS \n🕙 Time: 10:00am \n👟 What to bring: Just yourself and weather-appropriate clothing \nIf you have any queries\, please contact matt.dawson@thames21.org.uk \nBook your place here
URL:https://www.thames21.org.uk/event/river-roding-walk/
LOCATION:River Roding\, Barking\, IG11 7BS
CATEGORIES:Thames,Thames River Watch,tidal thames,Wellbeing
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SUMMARY:River Cray at Crayford: Riverside Vegetation Management
DESCRIPTION:Join us on the River Cray at Crayford! \nBOOK HERE! \nThis is a volunteer session to help cut back the overgrown vegetation on the banks of the River Cray and use it to build a dead hedge. \nWe will be cutting brambles and small saplings to build a dead hedge. A dead hedge is a barrier made from fallen branches\, prunings and other woody debris\, constructed by piling materials between two parallel rows of stakes. It serves as a wildlife habitat for insects\, birds\, and small mammals\, while also acting as a natural fence or windbreak. \nPlease note: A reasonable level of physical fitness is required for this event due to the nature of the tasks involved. The cutting will partly be on a steep bank so a level of dexterity and balance is required. There will also be tasks of moving the cut branches to a near by site to build the dead hedge. \nWe will provide all tools\, gloves\, equipment and wellies. \nWhere to meet: \nThis will take place on the near bank of the River Cray on Footpath 106\, near the entrance to the footpath in Barnes Cray Road postcode DA1 4NR. Google link here \nWhat 3 Words: escape.noted.ally \nPublic transport: The nearest Station is Crayford which is 15 mins walk from the meeting point. The closest bus is the 428 which runs along Crayford Way. \nParking: There is free street parking on Barnes Cray Road near the meeting point. \nWhat to bring: \nPlease dress for the weather and the task. Long trousers and sleeves are advisable as there are brambles. Plus layers to keep warm. \nPlease do bring your own water / drink. \nWe will provide refreshments: Tea\, coffee and biscuits. \nThere are no on site facilities however there are corner shops about 5 minutes walk away and Crayford Town Centre is 15 minutes walk away. \nIf you have any questions\, please email samantha.dhedhi@thames21.org.uk. \nThis event is unsuitable for children under 18 years old. \nPlease get in touch if you have any questions about accessibility. We will do our best to make this event as accessible as possible. \nThis event is being run with the Friends of River Cray at Crayford. \nBOOK HERE! \nPLEASE NOTE: This is an event designed for the community to engage the local public with the river and not for corporates. If you are interested in a bespoke corporate volunteer day. Please visit our website  https://www.thames21.org.uk/get-involved-2/corporateteamdays/
URL:https://www.thames21.org.uk/event/river-cray-at-crayford-riverside-vegetation-management/
CATEGORIES:Experience,River Cray,South East London,Vegetation Management,Volunteer,Waterways and Wellbeing,Wellbeing
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