Dorset Conservation - November Tasks

THU 1st / 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Durlston Country Park, Swanage / Various
Dorset County Council & Friends of Durlston Castle
Join this friendly volunteer group to carry out practical work to help with the restoration of historic Durlston Castle. The Castle is currently being re-developed as an environmental visitor centre for Durlston and as the main visitor centre for the Jurassic Coast. Volunteers are involved in work in and around the castle as part of the re-development. Meet at the Visitor Centre Durlston Country Park. For more details, contact Ali Tuckey (01929) 424443 or visit www.durlston.co.uk For insurance purposes volunteers need to be Friends of Durlston which costs from £15 per year but does have other benefits such as reduced cost car parking.

THU 1st / 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Moors Valley Country Park, Nr Ringwood / Hazel Coppicing
East Dorset District Council
The task on this day will be hazel coppicing in part of Moors Valley’s Ancient Woodlands. Meet at the Visitors Centre at the park, Grid Ref: SU107057 [MAP] post code BH24 2ET. Everyone over the age of 16. Young people between the age of 8 and 15 are welcome to come along but they must be accompanied and supervised on the task by an adult. You need no special tools or training, just a lunch bag and enthusiasm! Tel: 01425 470721 or e-mail cedmonds@eastdorsetdc.gov.uk.

THU 1st / 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Upton Heath, Poole / Access Work
Dorset Wildlife Trust - Urban Wildlife Volunteers
Gloves, tools and baked potatoes supplied. Meet at the DWT Urban Wildlife Centre, Beacon Hill Lane, Corfe Mullen BH21 3RX Grid Ref: SY978948 [MAP] Contact the Urban Wildlife Centre on Tel: 01202 692033.

THU 1st / 10:00 AM
DWT Urban Wildlife Centre, Poole / Access Work
Dorset Wildlife Trust
This is a MADD event. Meet at the DWT Urban Wildlife Centre, Beacon Hill Lane, Corfe Mullen BH21 3RX Grid Ref: SY978948 [MAP] Contact Steve Davis on 07970 552659 or Tel: 01305 217955 or e-mail: sdavis@dorsetwildlife.co.uk

THU 1st / Time TBC
Lorton Meadows, Weymouth / Disabled Access Work
Dorset Wildlife Trust
Meet at the Lorton Meadows Wildlife Centre at 10:00 AM, Grid Ref: SY673826 [MAP] nearest post code DT3 5QH Contact Steve Davis on 07970 552659 or Tel: 01305 217955 or e-mail: sdavis@dorsetwildlife.co.uk

THU 1st / 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Avon Heath Country Park, Ferndown / Various Habitat Management
RSPB
Tasks vary throughout the autumn / winter, but will usually involve scrub control of birch, small pine, mixed broadleaf and gorse. We usually have a bonfire and packed lunch out on the heath. We will also be doing a limited amount of mature tree felling and need people to help drag and burn the brash. Currently we are removing and stump treating birch regeneration across the whole park (well the worst areas anyway). For more information contact Toby Branston on Tel: / Fax: 01425 472975 Mob: 07801 344024 or e-mail: toby.branston@rspb.org.uk.

THU 1st / 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Kinson Common LNR, Bournemouth / Habitat Management Works
Bournemouth Borough Council
We will be working on-site for two weeks. Volunteers are welcome to join us by prior arrangement. Enquiries to Anna-Marie Ford or Gillie on 01202 535140 or e-mail anna-marie.ford@bournemouth.gov.uk.

THU 1st / 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Mude Valley, Christchurch / Scrub Management
Christchurch Borough Council
Popped It's Clogs - Removal of invasive sycamore, dead elm and bramble from the north end of the site. Good chance of fire. Meet at gate opposite The Someford Public House, Somerford Road. Grid Ref: SZ183936 [MAP] nearest post code BH23 3TY. Contact Christchurch Countryside Service on 01425 272479 or e-mail countryside.service@christchurch.gov.uk

FRI 2nd / 10:00 AM - 2:30 PM
Dorset County Council & Island Conservation Volunteers
Portland / Task TBC
Everybody welcome to come for all or just part of the day. Tools and gloves provided. Contact 01305 823789 or 07973 907760 for further details.

FRI 2nd / 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Avon Heath Country Park, Ferndown / Various Habitat Management
RSPB
Tasks vary throughout the autumn / winter, but will usually involve scrub control of birch, small pine, mixed broadleaf and gorse. We usually have a bonfire and packed lunch out on the heath. We will also be doing a limited amount of mature tree felling and need people to help drag and burn the brash. Currently we are removing and stump treating birch regeneration across the whole park (well the worst areas anyway). For more information contact Toby Branston on Tel: / Fax: 01425 472975 Mob: 07801 344024 or e-mail: toby.branston@rspb.org.uk.

FRI 2nd / 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Kinson Common LNR, Bournemouth / Habitat Management Works
Bournemouth Borough Council
We will be working on-site for two weeks. Volunteers are welcome to join us by prior arrangement. Enquiries to Anna-Marie Ford or Gillie on 01202 535140 or e-mail anna-marie.ford@bournemouth.gov.uk.

SAT 3rd / 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Arne Nature Reserve, Purbeck / Task TBC
RSPB - Arne
Training and equipment provided. Meet at RSPB Arne nature reserve car park, near Wareham, Dorset BH20 5BJ. Grid Ref: SY972878 [MAP] Contact the Arne Nature Reserve office on 01929 553360 or e-mail arne@rspb.org.uk

SAT 3rd / Time TBC
Brownsea Island, Poole / Rhododendron Clearance
Dorset Wildlife Trust
Experienced volunteers needed to supervise fire sites. Contact Steve Davis on Tel: 01305 217955 Mob: 07970 552659 or e-mail: sdavis@dorsetwildlife.co.uk

SUN 4th / 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Arne Nature Reserve, Purbeck / Task TBC
RSPB - Arne
Training and equipment provided. Meet at RSPB Arne nature reserve car park, near Wareham, Dorset BH20 5BJ. Grid Ref: SY972878 [MAP] Contact the Arne Nature Reserve office on 01929 553360 or e-mail arne@rspb.org.uk.

SUN 4th / 9:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Garston Wood Nature Reserve / Task TBC
RSPB - Arne
Training and equipment provided. Meet at the Garston Wood reserve car park. Grid Ref: SU003194. Contact Jack Edwards at the Arne Nature Reserve office on 01929 553360. [MAP]

SUN 4th / 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sunnyside SSSI, Ridge, Nr Wareham / Gorse Cutting
Natural England Green Team
This is an excellent area for lichens and lower plants. It is almost unique due to having been grazed since intensive agriculture started on the heathland. Finishing off the work of previous seasons. A wet heath so wellies could be useful. Meet at 10:00 AM at the Sunnyside car park in Ridge, near Wareham. Grid Ref: SY938862 [MAP] nearest post code BH20 5BU. Contact Richard Frost Tel: 01202 883084. Mob: 07756 864796.

SUN 4th / 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Location TBC / Task TBC
Dorset Wildlife Trust - East Dorset Group
Tasks mainly involve work on Sopley Common and on Troublefield (if conditions permit). Tasks include scrub clearance, pine and sycamore control, path clearance etc. Meet at the Ramsdown car park (Grid Ref: SZ130972) at 10:00 AM. [MAP] Contact Jon Crewe Tel: 01202 549377 Mob: 07733 123651.

SUN 4th / 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Greenhill Down / Scrub Clearance & Coppicing
Dorset Wildlife Trust - South Dorset & Isle of Purbeck Group
Grid Ref: ST787036 [MAP] nearest post code DT11 0BT. For further details contact Bernard Franklin Tel: 01305 786201 Mob: 07711 304412 (after 6pm).

SUN 4th / 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Cashmoor Down / Habitat Management
Butterfly Conservation
Scrub clearance and attention to scrub regeneration in cleared areas. Meet at the top of bridleway which leaves the A354 on the right a quarter mile north of “The Inn on the Chase”, Cashmoor, Grid Ref: ST984140 [MAP] nearest post code SP5 5RX. Contact Arthur Bryant on 01202 892816.

SUN 4th / 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Turbary Common, Bournemouth / Scrub Clearance
Bournemouth Borough Council
Task led by Gillie. Meet by the notice board at the main entrance on Turbary Park Avenue, Grid Ref: SZ058950 [MAP] nearest post code BH11 8HJ. Contact Anna-Marie Ford or Gillie on 01202 535140 or e-mail anna-marie.ford@bournemouth.gov.uk.

TUE 6th / 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Kingcombe Meadows, West Dorset / Various
Dorset Wildlife Trust - West Dorset Group
Tasks will be varied, including path maintenance, scrub clearance & hedgelaying. Meet at Clift Farm, Kingcombe Meadows, Grid Ref: SY548983 [MAP] nearest post code DT2 0EJ. Contact Neil Croton on Mob: 07970 847347.

TUE 6th / 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Stanpit Marsh, Christchurch / Access Works
Christchurch Borough Council
Water Under The Bridge - Stanpit Marsh Stile, sleeper bridge and fence repairs on Priory Marsh plus the cutting back of dense vegetation. Bring your waders or wellies as the site is very wet underfoot. For the meeting place, contact Christchurch Countryside Service on 01425 272479 or e-mail countryside.service@christchurch.gov.uk

WED 7th / 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Durlston Country Park, Swanage / Various
Dorset County Council & Friends of Durlston
Join this friendly volunteer group to carry out practical conservation work to conserve and enhance this very special place. Meet at the Visitor Centre Durlston Country Park. For more details, contact Ali Tuckey (01929) 424443 or visit www.durlston.co.uk. For insurance purposes volunteers need to be Friends of Durlston which costs from £15 per year but does have other benefits such as reduced cost car parking.

WED 7th / 10:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Great Ovens Heath, Nr Wareham / Fencing
HCT
Meet at Filleul Road which is off Miles Avenue, which is off the A351. Grid Ref: SY929900 [ MAP] nearest post code BH20 7AP. Joint task with BTCV. Contact Graham Stanley on Tel: 01202 391319 or Mob: 07810 770569.

WED 7th / 10:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Great Ovens Heath, Nr Wareham / Fencing
BTCV
Joint task with HCT. Meet at Filleul Road which is off Miles Avenue, which is off the A351. Grid Ref: SY929900 [ MAP] nearest post code BH20 7AP. Alternatively you can catch the BTCV minibus from Dorchester South Train Station, pickup at 9:30 AM. Contact Kirsty Bourton Mob: 07740 899722 or James 07764 655686, e-mail: dorset@btcv.org.uk or office Tel: 01202 632101.

WED 7th / 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Studland, Purbeck / Various
National Trust - Purbeck Estate Volunteers
Tasks generally include; scrub clearance (gorse, pine and thorn depending on which part of the estate we’re on), hedgelaying, coppicing and drystone walling. Meet at the Purbeck Estate office, Middle Beach, Studland, Grid Reference: SZ036828 [MAP] nearest post code BH19 3AX. Contact the Purbeck Estate Office on 01929 450259.

WED 7th / 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Avon Heath Country Park, Ferndown / Various Habitat Management
RSPB
Tasks vary throughout the autumn / winter, but will usually involve scrub control of birch, small pine, mixed broadleaf and gorse. We usually have a bonfire and packed lunch out on the heath. We will also be doing a limited amount of mature tree felling and need people to help drag and burn the brash. Currently we are removing and stump treating birch regeneration across the whole park (well the worst areas anyway). For more information contact Toby Branston on Tel: / Fax: 01425 472975 Mob: 07801 344024 or e-mail: toby.branston@rspb.org.uk.

THU 8th / 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Durlston Country Park, Swanage / Various
Dorset County Council & Friends of Durlston Castle
Join this friendly volunteer group to carry out practical work to help with the restoration of historic Durlston Castle. The Castle is currently being re-developed as an environmental visitor centre for Durlston and as the main visitor centre for the Jurassic Coast. Volunteers are involved in work in and around the castle as part of the re-development. Meet at the Visitor Centre Durlston Country Park. For more details, contact Ali Tuckey (01929) 424443 or visit www.durlston.co.uk For insurance purposes volunteers need to be Friends of Durlston which costs from £15 per year but does have other benefits such as reduced cost car parking.

THU 8th / 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Upton Heath, Poole / Habitat Management
Dorset Wildlife Trust - Urban Wildlife Volunteers
Carrying out tasks involving general heathland management such as pine control, path maintenance, scrub clearance, etc. Gloves, tools and baked potatoes supplied. Meet at the DWT Urban Wildlife Centre, Beacon Hill Lane, Corfe Mullen BH21 3RX Grid Ref: SY978948 [MAP] For further information contact the DWT Urban Wildlife Centre on Tel: 01202 692033.

THU 8th / 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Avon Heath Country Park, Ferndown / Various Habitat Management
RSPB
Tasks vary throughout the autumn / winter, but will usually involve scrub control of birch, small pine, mixed broadleaf and gorse. We usually have a bonfire and packed lunch out on the heath. We will also be doing a limited amount of mature tree felling and need people to help drag and burn the brash. Currently we are removing and stump treating birch regeneration across the whole park (well the worst areas anyway). For more information contact Toby Branston on Tel: / Fax: 01425 472975 Mob: 07801 344024 or e-mail: toby.branston@rspb.org.uk.

THU 8th / 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
St Catherine's Hill, Christchurch / Rhododendron Clearance
Christchurch Borough Council
Feel The Burn - St Catherine’s Hill Further clearance of rhododendron from the north end of the site and good chance of bonfire (weather permitting) to clear vegetation cut last month. Meet at the junction of Hillside Drive and Orford Close, Grid Ref: SZ138958 [MAP] nearest post code BH23 2TF or come and find us at the far NW end of the site. Contact Christchurch Countryside Service on 01425 272479 or e-mail countryside.service@christchurch.gov.uk

FRI 9th / 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Avon Heath Country Park, Ferndown / Various Habitat Management
RSPB
Tasks vary throughout the autumn / winter, but will usually involve scrub control of birch, small pine, mixed broadleaf and gorse. We usually have a bonfire and packed lunch out on the heath. We will also be doing a limited amount of mature tree felling and need people to help drag and burn the brash. Currently we are removing and stump treating birch regeneration across the whole park (well the worst areas anyway). For more information contact Toby Branston on Tel: / Fax: 01425 472975 Mob: 07801 344024 or e-mail: toby.branston@rspb.org.uk.

SAT 10th / 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
King Barrow Quarries, Portland / Habitat Management
Dorset Wildlife Trust - Lorton Meadows
Join us for a day of practical work on site, to restore the habitats important for wildlife. With the People & Wildlife Officer, tools an gloves supplied. Families welcome. For further details, please call 01305 816546. Wear warm waterproof clothing and suitable footwear, bring lunch. Meet at the King Barrow Quarries Nature Reserve parking area, Yeates Road, off A354, Portland. Contact Samantha Dallimore Tel / Fax: 01305 816546 Email: sdallimore@dorsetwtcix.co.uk

SAT 10th / 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Location TBC / Task TBC
Dorset Wildlife Trust - North Dorset Group
Carrying out tasks mainly in Piddles Wood. For further details contact Lucie Cowles on 01202 468622 or 07967 597571.

SAT 10th / 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Studland, Purbeck / Tree Planting
National Trust - Purbeck Estate Volunteers
Replacement trees for some of the elms felled last winter at Washpond Lane. Task leader: Kait. Meet at the Purbeck Estate office, Middle Beach, Studland, Grid Reference: SZ036828 [MAP] nearest post code BH19 3AX. Contact the Purbeck Estate Office on 01929 450259.

SAT 10th / 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Canford Heath, Poole / Scrub Clearance
Borough of Poole
Controlling the spread of pines and birch is important, so come and help cut some down on Canford Heath Nature Reserve to keep the heath open. Task leader: Karen Pearce. Meet near the line of pines on the boundary bank at SZ018957 [MAP]. Parking is available at Steeple Close, Grid Ref: SZ019953 [MAP] nearest post code BH17 9BJ. Contact the Borough of Poole on Tel: 01202 265265 or e-mail: leisure@poole.gov.uk.

SAT 10th / 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Stour Valley, Bournemouth / Scrub Clearance
Bournemouth Borough Council
Task led by Anna-MArie Ford. Meet at the Barn, off Muscliffe Lane, Grid Ref: SZ096958 [MAP] nearest post code BH9 3PP. Contact Anna-Marie on 01202 535140 or e-mail anna-marie.ford@bournemouth.gov.uk.

SUN 11th / 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Studland, Purbeck / Tree Planting
National Trust - Purbeck Estate Volunteers
Replacement trees for some of the elms felled last winter at Washpond Lane. Task leader: Kait. Meet at the Purbeck Estate office, Middle Beach, Studland, Grid Reference: SZ036828 [MAP] nearest post code BH19 3AX. Contact the Purbeck Estate Office on 01929 450259.

SUN 11th / 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Avon Heath Country Park / Scrub Removal
RSPB
Please remember to wear sensible tough work clothing and bring old rainwear if appropriate. You will need tea/drinks (cakes and biscuits provided) and a packed lunch. We will have a bonfire to burn all the cut material and to stay warm during breaks, if we have any cold weather at all this winter! Meet at the Boundary Lane car park, Grid Ref: SU126022 [MAP] nearest post code BH24 2BP. Contact Toby Branston Tel: / Fax: 01425 472975 Mob: 07801 344024 or e-mail: toby.branston@rspb.org.uk.

SUN 11th / 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Stephen's Castle, Verwood / Access Works
East Dorset District Council
Today we will be removing a set of old steps and installing revetments. Meet at Grid Ref: SU090094 [MAP]. You can park and enter the site at the end of Moorlands Road (near the British egion) or from St. Stephens Lane. Everyone over the age of 16. Young people between the age of 8 and 15 are welcome to come along but they must be accompanied and supervised on the task by an adult. You need no special tools or training, just a lunch bag and enthusiasm! For more information contact Carrie Edmonds on Tel: 01425 470721 or e-mail cedmonds@eastdorsetdc.gov.uk.

SUN 11th / 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Brownsea Island, Poole / Rhododendron Clearance
Dorset Wildlife Trust
Catch the boat from Sandbanks - please ring for timings. Contact Richard Proctor on Tel: 01202 693039.

SUN 11th / 10:00 AM
Kingcombe Meadows, West Dorset / Hedge Laying
Dorset Wildlife Trust - West Dorset Group
Meet at Clift Farm, Kingcombe Meadows, Grid Ref: SY548983 [MAP] nearest post code DT2 0EJ. Contact Neil Croton on Mob: 07970 847347.

SUN 11th / 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Canford Heath NR, Poole / Scrub Clearance
Borough of Poole
Help improve Canford Heath Nature reserve by clearing out rhododendron and invading scrub. Meet North of Steeple Close, up Longfleet Drive, before you reach gate 15 on Longfleet Drive, Grid Ref: SZ020956 [MAP] nearest post code BH21 3BQ. There is some parking in Steeple Close. Task leader: Jez Martin. Contact the Borough of Poole on Tel: 01202 265265 or e-mail: leisure@poole.gov.uk.

SUN 11th / 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Broadcroft Quarry Butterfly Reserve, Portland / Habitat Management
Butterfly Conservation
Broadcroft is a BC reserve managed specifically for butterflies, notably the Silver-studded Blue. To find the reserve, turn off Easton Road into Grove Road and about 100 yards on, turn right onto a track (opposite Portland Football Club) which leads to the car park, Grid Ref: SY695723 [MAP] nearest post code DT5 1BZ. Contact Bernard Franklin on Mob: 07711 304412.

SUN 11th / 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Sandford Heath, Nr Wareham / Bat Box Activities
Sandford Conservation Group
Tools and health and safety talk provided. Meet at the lay-by on the A351 opposite Sandford Middle School, Grid Ref: SY934901 [MAP] nearest post code BH20 7QJ. For more details call the Urban Heaths Partnership west team on Mob: 07900 137882.

MON 12th / Time TBC
Redhill Common, Bournemouth / Habitat Management Works
Bournemouth Borough Council
BBC will be working on-site for two weeks and volunteers are welcome to join them by prior arrangement. Enquiries to Anna-Marie or Gillie on 01202 535140 or e-mail anna-marie.ford@bournemouth.gov.uk.

TUE 13th / 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Kingcombe Meadows, West Dorset / Various
Dorset Wildlife Trust - West Dorset Group
Tasks will be varied, including path maintenance, scrub clearance & hedgelaying. Meet at Clift Farm, Kingcombe Meadows, Grid Ref: SY548983 [MAP] nearest post code DT2 0EJ. Contact Neil Croton on Mob: 07970 847347.

TUE 13th / Time TBC
Redhill Common, Bournemouth / Habitat Management Works
Bournemouth Borough Council & Redhill Common Conservation Group
BBC will be working on-site for two weeks and volunteers are welcome to join them by prior arrangement. Enquiries to Anna-Marie or Gillie on 01202 535140 or e-mail anna-marie.ford@bournemouth.gov.uk.

WED 14th / 9:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Garston Wood Nature Reserve / Task TBC
RSPB - Arne
Training and equipment provided. Meet at the Garston Wood reserve car park. Grid Ref: SU003194. Contact Jack Edwards at the Arne Nature Reserve office on 01929 553360. [MAP]

WED 14th / 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Lorton Meadows, Weymouth / Task TBC
Dorset Wildlife Trust
Tasks involve scrub clearance, path and gate clearance and fencing repairs. Tools, gloves and drinks supplied. Meet at the Lorton Meadows Wildlife Centre at 10:00 AM. (Grid Ref: SY673826). Contact Sam Dallimore on 01305 816546 or e-mail sdallimore@dorsetwildlife.co.uk. [MAP]

WED 14th / 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Durlston Country Park, Swanage / Various
Dorset County Council & Friends of Durlston
Join this friendly volunteer group to carry out practical conservation work to conserve and enhance this very special place. Meet at the Visitor Centre Durlston Country Park. For more details, contact Ali Tuckey (01929) 424443 or visit www.durlston.co.uk. For insurance purposes volunteers need to be Friends of Durlston which costs from £15 per year but does have other benefits such as reduced cost car parking.

WED 14th / 10:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Lions Hill, Ashley Heath, Nr Ringwood / Pine Clearance
HCT
Meet on Lions Hill Way, off Lions Lane. Grid Ref: SU106039 [MAP] nearest post code BH24 2PY. Contact Graham Stanley, Tel: 01202 391319, Fax: 01202 392785 Mob: 07810 770569. e-mail: graham.stanley@herpconstrust.org.uk.

WED 14th / 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Studland, Purbeck / Various
National Trust - Purbeck Estate Volunteers
Tasks generally include; scrub clearance (gorse, pine and thorn depending on which part of the estate we’re on), hedgelaying, coppicing and drystone walling. Meet at the Purbeck Estate office, Middle Beach, Studland, Grid Reference: SZ036828 [MAP] nearest post code BH19 3AX. Contact the Purbeck Estate Office on 01929 450259.

WED 14th / 10:00 AM
Duncliffe Wood, Shaftesbury / Various Tasks
Woodland Trust
Everybody is welcome, however children under 16 years of age must be accompanied by a responsible adult at all times. The event is also suitable for dogs but they must be controlled at all times. Please ensure you wear suitable clothes and footwear. Meet at Grid Ref: ST826222 [MAP] nearest post code SP7 0AA. Car parking is available at the site. Contact Ian Hounsell, Tel: 01747 841089.

WED 14th / 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Avon Heath Country Park, Ferndown / Various Habitat Management
RSPB
Tasks vary throughout the autumn / winter, but will usually involve scrub control of birch, small pine, mixed broadleaf and gorse. We usually have a bonfire and packed lunch out on the heath. We will also be doing a limited amount of mature tree felling and need people to help drag and burn the brash. Currently we are removing and stump treating birch regeneration across the whole park (well the worst areas anyway). For more information contact Toby Branston on Tel: / Fax: 01425 472975 Mob: 07801 344024 or e-mail: toby.branston@rspb.org.uk.

WED 14th / Time TBC
Redhill Common, Bournemouth / Habitat Management Works
Bournemouth Borough Council
BBC will be working on-site for two weeks and volunteers are welcome to join them by prior arrangement. Enquiries to Anna-Marie or Gillie on 01202 535140 or e-mail anna-marie.ford@bournemouth.gov.uk.

WED 14th / 10:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Tout Quarry, Portland / Scrub Clearance
BTCV
Park in Tradecroft Industrial Estate, reached by turning right at the junction of Easton Lane (A354) and Wide Street, then going 600 yds before turning right into the Industrial Estate. Go another 100yds, turn right again and follow an unmetalled track for 100yds bearing right to the public car park, Grid Ref: SY684724 [MAP] nearest post code DT5 2LN. Alternatively you can catch the BTCV minibus from Dorchester South Train Station, pickup at 9:30 AM. Contact Kirsty Bourton Mob: 07740 899722 or James 07764 655686, e-mail: dorset@btcv.org.uk or office Tel: 01202 632101.

THU 15th / 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Durlston Country Park, Swanage / Various
Dorset County Council & Friends of Durlston Castle
Join this friendly volunteer group to carry out practical work to help with the restoration of historic Durlston Castle. The Castle is currently being re-developed as an environmental visitor centre for Durlston and as the main visitor centre for the Jurassic Coast. Volunteers are involved in work in and around the castle as part of the re-development. Meet at the Visitor Centre Durlston Country Park. For more details, contact Ali Tuckey (01929) 424443 or visit www.durlston.co.uk For insurance purposes volunteers need to be Friends of Durlston which costs from £15 per year but does have other benefits such as reduced cost car parking.

THU 15th / 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Upton Heath, Poole / Habitat Management
Dorset Wildlife Trust - Urban Wildlife Volunteers
Carrying out tasks involving general heathland management such as pine control, path maintenance, scrub clearance, etc. Gloves, tools and baked potatoes supplied. Meet at the DWT Urban Wildlife Centre, Beacon Hill Lane, Corfe Mullen BH21 3RX Grid Ref: SY978948 [MAP] For further information contact the DWT Urban Wildlife Centre on Tel: 01202 692033.

THU 15th / 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Avon Heath Country Park, Ferndown / Various Habitat Management
RSPB
Tasks vary throughout the autumn / winter, but will usually involve scrub control of birch, small pine, mixed broadleaf and gorse. We usually have a bonfire and packed lunch out on the heath. We will also be doing a limited amount of mature tree felling and need people to help drag and burn the brash. Currently we are removing and stump treating birch regeneration across the whole park (well the worst areas anyway). For more information contact Toby Branston on Tel: / Fax: 01425 472975 Mob: 07801 344024 or e-mail: toby.branston@rspb.org.uk.

THU 15th / 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Peregrine Wood, Christchurch / Burning
Christchurch Borough Council
Many Hands Make Light Work - Last month’s rhododendron removal helped open up the woodland. Today we’re having some bonfires to clear the large piles of cut vegetation. Meet at the junction of Peregrine Road and De Havilland Way, Grid Ref: SZ181925 [MAP] nearest post code BH23 4DG. Under 16’s please bring an adult. As usual, remember to wear old clothes and bring a packed lunch if you’re staying the day. We provide hot and cold drinks and other refreshments. Contact Christchurch Countryside Service on 01425 272479 or e-mail: countrysideservice@christchurch.gov.uk.

THU 15th / Time TBC
Redhill Common, Bournemouth / Habitat Management Works
Bournemouth Borough Council
BBC will be working on-site for two weeks and volunteers are welcome to join them by prior arrangement. Enquiries to Anna-Marie or Gillie on 01202 535140 or e-mail anna-marie.ford@bournemouth.gov.uk.

FRI 16th / 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Avon Heath Country Park, Ferndown / Various Habitat Management
RSPB
Tasks vary throughout the autumn / winter, but will usually involve scrub control of birch, small pine, mixed broadleaf and gorse. We usually have a bonfire and packed lunch out on the heath. We will also be doing a limited amount of mature tree felling and need people to help drag and burn the brash. Currently we are removing and stump treating birch regeneration across the whole park (well the worst areas anyway). For more information contact Toby Branston on Tel: / Fax: 01425 472975 Mob: 07801 344024 or e-mail: toby.branston@rspb.org.uk.

FRI 16th / Time TBC
Redhill Common, Bournemouth / Habitat Management Works
Bournemouth Borough Council
BBC will be working on-site for two weeks and volunteers are welcome to join them by prior arrangement. Enquiries to Anna-Marie or Gillie on 01202 535140 or e-mail anna-marie.ford@bournemouth.gov.uk.

SAT 17th / 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Aspen Way & Slepe Crescent, Poole / Bulb Planting & Litter Pick
Borough of Poole
Come and join in the planting of cheery daffodils and tidy up this open space for everyone to enjoy. Meet at the open space between Aspen Way and Slepe Crescent. Contact the Borough of Poole on 01202 633633 or e-mail enquiries@poole.gov.uk

SAT 17th / 10:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Ferndown Common, Ferndown / Pine Pulling
HCT
Pine pulling on the Great Barrow. Meet in the gravel car park on Wimborne Road East, Stapehill (almost opposite the petrol station). Grid Ref: SU065007 [MAP]. Nearest post code BH22 9SY. Contact Graham Stanley, Tel: 01202 391319, Fax: 01202 392785 Mob: 07810 770569. e-mail: graham.stanley@herpconstrust.org.uk.

SAT 17th / 10:00 AM
Fifehead Wood, Fifehead Magdalen, Nr Shaftesbury / Various
Woodland Trust
Please ensure you wear suitable clothes and footwear. Meet at Grid Ref: ST773215 [MAP] nearest post code SP8 5RR. Car parking is available nearby. Contact Ian Hounsell, Tel: 01747 841089.

SAT 17th / 10:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Creekmoor, Poole / Planting
Borough of Poole
Plant spring flowering bulbs and trees along Creekmoor Lane. Task leader: Martin Whitchurch. Precise meeting place to be confirmed – please contact martin on 01202 672625 for further details.

SAT 17th / 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Alder Hills, Poole / Various
Borough of Poole
Brighten up Aspen Way / Slepe Crescent – Come and join in the planting of cheery daffodils and tidy up this open space for everyone to enjoy with a litter pick. Task leader: Caroline Smart. Meet at the open space between Aspen Way and Slepe Crescent, Grid Ref: SZ058934 [MAP] nearest post code BH12 4DE. Contact the Borough of Poole on Tel: 01202 265265 or e-mail: leisure@poole.gov.uk.

SAT 17th / 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Alners Gorse / Habitat Management
Butterfly Conservation
Conservation tasks including tree removal, cutting gorse and scrub are ongoing at the BC reserve. Park on the verge well to the west of the 30 mph and Hazelbury Bryan village signs and meet at the reserve entrance at Grid Ref ST736100 [MAP], nearest post code DT10 2AH. Contact Nigel Spring on 07981 776767 or 01963 23559.

SUN 18th / 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Stoborough Heath, Nr Wareham / Gorse Cutting
Natural England Green Team
Continuing the traditional winter task of cutting old gorse to encourage new growth. A good fire guaranteed as Duncan is bringing the NEW enormous tractor. Meet at 10:00 AM at the Sunnyside car park in Ridge, near Wareham. Grid Ref: SY938862 [MAP] nearest post code BH20 5BU. Contact Richard Frost Tel: 01202 883084. Mob: 07756 864796.

SUN 18th / 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Poor common / Rhododendron clearance
East Dorset District Council
Poor common is an area of Pine woodland and remnant Heathland, that has recently come under the management of East Dorset Countryside Management Service. There are large areas of Rhododendron and birch that need to be cleared from the remaining Heathland areas to enable the heather to re-establish. The meeting point is still to be confirmed. Everyone over the age of 16 welcome. Young people between the age of 8 and 15 are welcome to come along but they must be accompanied and supervised on the task by an adult. You need no special tools or training, just a lunch bag and enthusiasm! For more information contact Carrie Edmonds on Tel: 01425 470721 or e-mail cedmonds@eastdorsetdc.gov.uk.

SUN 18th / 10:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Lytchett Heath, Upton, Poole / Fencing
HCT
Meet at the end of Lytchett Way,Grid Ref: SY979924 [MAP] nearest post code BH16 5DX. Contact Graham Stanley, Tel: 01202 391319, Fax: 01202 392785 Mob: 07810 770569. e-mail: graham.stanley@herpconstrust.org.uk.

SUN 18th / 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Location TBC / Task TBC
Dorset Wildlife Trust - Reserves Volunteers
Carrying out tasks on one of the smaller DWT reserves. Contact Steve Davis for further details on Mob: 07970 552679, Tel: 01305 217955 or e-mail: sdavis@dorsetwildlife.co.uk

SUN 18th / 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Alder Hills, Poole / Various
Dorset Wildlife Trust
Carrying out tasks involving general heathland management. Meet in the car park of the Community Centre (near Sainsburys) Grid Ref: SZ062933 [MAP] nearest post code BH12 4BH. Contact Nigel Brooks on 07970 552679.

SUN 18th / 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Ham Common, Poole / Scrub Clearance
Borough of Poole
Friends of Ham Common work party. More scrub bashing; help to improve the habitat on the North side of the lake. Park at the Viewpoint car park Grid Ref: SY977908 [MAP] nearest post code BH15 4LZ. Walk to the access track over-looking the north side of the lake - keep an eye out for on-site directions. Task leader: Martin Whitchurch. Contact the Borough of Poole on Tel: 01202 265265 or e-mail: leisure@poole.gov.uk.

SUN 18th / 10:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Purewell Stream, Christchurch / River Work
Christchurch Borough Council
Sunday Service - Purewell Stream Removing silt and choking vegetation from the Purewell Stream. Numbers limited For meeting place and to book please contact Christchurch Countryside Service on 01425 272479 or e-mail countryside.service@christchurch.gov.uk

SUN 18th / 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Redhill Common LNR, Bournemouth / Scrub Clearance
Bournemouth Borough Council
Meet on the main footpath near the white footbridge over the road. Contact Gillie on 01202 535140.

MON 19th / Time TBC
Redhill Common, Bournemouth / Habitat Management Works
Bournemouth Borough Council
BBC will be working on-site for two weeks and volunteers are welcome to join them by prior arrangement. Enquiries to Anna-Marie or Gillie on 01202 535140 or e-mail anna-marie.ford@bournemouth.gov.uk.

TUE 20th / 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Kingcombe Meadows, West Dorset / Various
Dorset Wildlife Trust - West Dorset Group
Tasks will be varied, including path maintenance, scrub clearance & hedgelaying. Meet at Clift Farm, Kingcombe Meadows, Grid Ref: SY548983 [MAP] nearest post code DT2 0EJ. Contact Neil Croton on Mob: 07970 847347.

TUE 20th / 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Steamer Point LNR, Christchurch / Various Habitat Management
Christchurch Borough Council
True Blue - Steamer Point Planting of native bluebells and other wildlife friendly bulbs plus removal of rhododendron from this cliff top nature reserve. Meet at the Steamer Point Information Centre, end of Seaway Avenue, Friars Cliff. Grid Ref: SZ197929 [MAP] Nearest post code BH23 4JQ. Contact Christchurch Countryside Service on 01425 272479 or e-mail countryside.service@christchurch.gov.uk

TUE 20th / Time TBC
Redhill Common, Bournemouth / Habitat Management Works
Bournemouth Borough Council & Redhill Common Conservation Group
BBC will be working on-site for two weeks and volunteers are welcome to join them by prior arrangement. Enquiries to Anna-Marie or Gillie on 01202 535140 or e-mail anna-marie.ford@bournemouth.gov.uk.

WED 21st / 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Durlston Country Park, Swanage / Various
Dorset County Council & Friends of Durlston
Join this friendly volunteer group to carry out practical conservation work to conserve and enhance this very special place. Meet at the Visitor Centre Durlston Country Park. For more details, contact Ali Tuckey (01929) 424443 or visit www.durlston.co.uk. For insurance purposes volunteers need to be Friends of Durlston which costs from £15 per year but does have other benefits such as reduced cost car parking.

WED 21st / 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Stoborough Heath, Nr Wareham / Gorse Cutting
Natural England Green Team
Continuing the traditional winter task of cutting old gorse to encourage new growth. A good fire guaranteed as Duncan is bringing the NEW enormous tractor. Meet at 10:00 AM at the Sunnyside car park in Ridge, near Wareham. Grid Ref: SY938862 [MAP] nearest post code BH20 5BU. Contact Richard Frost Tel: 01202 883084. Mob: 07756 864796.

WED 21st / 10:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Great Ovens Heath, Sandford, Nr Wareham / Pine Removal
HCT
Meet at the car park on the B3075 opposite the entrance to Great Ovens Heath. Grid Ref: SY922903 [MAP] nearest post code BH20 7AP. Contact Graham Stanley, Tel: 01202 391319, Fax: 01202 392785 Mob: 07810 770569. e-mail: graham.stanley@herpconstrust.org.uk.

WED 21st / 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Studland, Purbeck / Various
National Trust - Purbeck Estate Volunteers
Tasks generally include; scrub clearance (gorse, pine and thorn depending on which part of the estate we’re on), hedgelaying, coppicing and drystone walling. Meet at the Purbeck Estate office, Middle Beach, Studland, Grid Reference: SZ036828 [MAP] nearest post code BH19 3AX. Contact the Purbeck Estate Office on 01929 450259.

WED 21st / 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Avon Heath Country Park, Ferndown / Various Habitat Management
RSPB
Tasks vary throughout the autumn / winter, but will usually involve scrub control of birch, small pine, mixed broadleaf and gorse. We usually have a bonfire and packed lunch out on the heath. We will also be doing a limited amount of mature tree felling and need people to help drag and burn the brash. Currently we are removing and stump treating birch regeneration across the whole park (well the worst areas anyway). For more information contact Toby Branston on Tel: / Fax: 01425 472975 Mob: 07801 344024 or e-mail: toby.branston@rspb.org.uk.

WED 21st / Time TBC
Redhill Common, Bournemouth / Habitat Management Works
Bournemouth Borough Council
BBC will be working on-site for two weeks and volunteers are welcome to join them by prior arrangement. Enquiries to Anna-Marie or Gillie on 01202 535140 or e-mail anna-marie.ford@bournemouth.gov.uk.

WED 21st / 10:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Holton Lee, Holton Heath, Nr Poole / Various
BTCV Help Matt with work on Holton Lee.. Meet at the Holton Lee Car Park Grid Ref: SY960913 [MAP] nearest post code BH16 6JN. Alternatively you can catch the BTCV minibus from Wareham train station, pickup at 9:45 AM. Contact Kirsty Bourton Mob: 07740 899722 or James 07764 655686, e-mail: dorset@btcv.org.uk or office Tel: 01202 632101.

THU 22nd / 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Durlston Country Park, Swanage / Various
Dorset County Council & Friends of Durlston Castle
Join this friendly volunteer group to carry out practical work to help with the restoration of historic Durlston Castle. The Castle is currently being re-developed as an environmental visitor centre for Durlston and as the main visitor centre for the Jurassic Coast. Volunteers are involved in work in and around the castle as part of the re-development. Meet at the Visitor Centre Durlston Country Park. For more details, contact Ali Tuckey (01929) 424443 or visit www.durlston.co.uk For insurance purposes volunteers need to be Friends of Durlston which costs from £15 per year but does have other benefits such as reduced cost car parking.

THU 22nd / 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Upton Heath, Poole / Habitat Management
Dorset Wildlife Trust - Urban Wildlife Volunteers
Carrying out tasks involving general heathland management such as pine control, path maintenance, scrub clearance, etc. Gloves, tools and baked potatoes supplied. Meet at the DWT Urban Wildlife Centre, Beacon Hill Lane, Corfe Mullen BH21 3RX Grid Ref: SY978948 [MAP] For further information contact the DWT Urban Wildlife Centre on Tel: 01202 692033.

THU 22nd / 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Avon Heath Country Park, Ferndown / Various Habitat Management
RSPB
Tasks vary throughout the autumn / winter, but will usually involve scrub control of birch, small pine, mixed broadleaf and gorse. We usually have a bonfire and packed lunch out on the heath. We will also be doing a limited amount of mature tree felling and need people to help drag and burn the brash. Currently we are removing and stump treating birch regeneration across the whole park (well the worst areas anyway). For more information contact Toby Branston on Tel: / Fax: 01425 472975 Mob: 07801 344024 or e-mail: toby.branston@rspb.org.uk.

THU 22nd / Time TBC
Redhill Common, Bournemouth / Habitat Management Works
Bournemouth Borough Council
BBC will be working on-site for two weeks and volunteers are welcome to join them by prior arrangement. Enquiries to Anna-Marie or Gillie on 01202 535140 or e-mail anna-marie.ford@bournemouth.gov.uk.

FRI 23rd / 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Avon Heath Country Park, Ferndown / Various Habitat Management
RSPB
Tasks vary throughout the autumn / winter, but will usually involve scrub control of birch, small pine, mixed broadleaf and gorse. We usually have a bonfire and packed lunch out on the heath. We will also be doing a limited amount of mature tree felling and need people to help drag and burn the brash. Currently we are removing and stump treating birch regeneration across the whole park (well the worst areas anyway). For more information contact Toby Branston on Tel: / Fax: 01425 472975 Mob: 07801 344024 or e-mail: toby.branston@rspb.org.uk.

FRI 23rd / Time TBC
Redhill Common, Bournemouth / Habitat Management Works
Bournemouth Borough Council
BBC will be working on-site for two weeks and volunteers are welcome to join them by prior arrangement. Enquiries to Anna-Marie or Gillie on 01202 535140 or e-mail anna-marie.ford@bournemouth.gov.uk.

SAT 24th / 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Studland, Purbeck / Hedgelaying
National Trust - Purbeck Estate Volunteers
Traditional skills and boundary features with Steve. Meet at the Purbeck Estate office, Middle Beach, Studland, Grid Reference: SZ036828 [MAP] nearest post code BH19 3AX. Contact the Purbeck Estate Office on 01929 450259.

SAT 24th / 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Canford Heath NR / Scrub Clearance
Borough of Poole
Controlling the spread of pines and birch is important, so come and help cut some down on Canford Heath Nature Reserve to keep the heath open. Task leader: Karen Pearce. Meet at the start of the Route E Valley, Grid Ref: SZ019958 [MAP]. Parking is available at Steeple Close, Grid Ref: SZ019953 [MAP] nearest post code BH17 9BJ. Contact the Borough of Poole on Tel: 01202 265265 or e-mail: leisure@poole.gov.uk.

SAT 24th / 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Lankham Bottom / Habitat Management
Butterfly Conservation
Lankham Bottom is a Butterfly Conservation reserve where the Marsh Fritillary is a key species. We will be joined by Dorset Conservation Volunteers. Meet inside the gate on the left of the road leading from the A37 to Cattistock, Grid Ref: ST607004 [MAP] nearest post code DT2 9PH. Contact Nigel Spring on 01963 23559 or 07981 776767.

SUN 25th / 9:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Garston Wood Nature Reserve / Task TBC
RSPB - Arne
Training and equipment provided. Meet at the Garston Wood reserve car park. Grid Ref: SU003194. Contact Jack Edwards at the Arne Nature Reserve office on 01929 553360. [MAP]

SUN 25th / 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Lankham Bottom / Habitat Management
Butterfly Conservation
Lankham Bottom is a Butterfly Conservation reserve where the Marsh Fritillary is a key species. We will be joined by Dorset Conservation Volunteers. Meet inside the gate on the left of the road leading from the A37 to Cattistock, Grid Ref: ST607004 [MAP] nearest post code DT2 9PH. Contact Nigel Spring on 01963 23559 or 07981 776767.

SUN 25th / 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Lydlinch Common / Habitat Management
Butterfly Conservation
Lydlinch is part of an area crucial to the Marsh Fritillary, and conservation work is vital to ensure that the habitat is kept suitable for its survival at this site. Meet in the lay-by just outside the village on the Sherborne to Sturminster road, Grid Ref: ST736137 [MAP] nearest post code DT10 2HZ. Contact Colin Burningham 01935 873219.

SUN 25th / 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Brownsea Island, Poole / Rhododendron Clearance
Dorset Wildlife Trust
Catch the boat from Sandbanks - please ring for timings. Contact Richard Proctor on Tel: 01202 693039.

SUN 25th / 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Studland, Purbeck / Hedgelaying
National Trust - Purbeck Estate Volunteers
Traditional skills and boundary features with Steve. Meet at the Purbeck Estate office, Middle Beach, Studland, Grid Reference: SZ036828 [MAP] nearest post code BH19 3AX. Contact the Purbeck Estate Office on 01929 450259.

SUN 25th / 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Canford Heath NR, Poole / Scrub Clearance
Borough of Poole
Help improve Canford Heath Nature reserve by clearing out rhododendron and invading scrub. Meet North of Steeple Close, up Longfleet Drive, before you reach gate 15 on Longfleet Drive, Grid Ref: SZ020956 [MAP] nearest post code BH21 3BQ. There is some parking in Steeple Close. Task leader: Jez Martin. Contact the Borough of Poole on Tel: 01202 265265 or e-mail: leisure@poole.gov.uk.

SUN 25th / 10:30 AM - 4:30 PM
St Catherine's Hill, Christchurch / Gorse Clearance
Christchurch Borough Council
St Catherine’s Feast – Removal of leggy gorse from an ancient monument to coincide with the annual feast day celebration of the Saint after which the site is named. No fire but BBQ sausages and burgers provided (hopefully not burnt!). Meet at the Marlow Drive entrance to St. Catherine’s Hill. SZ141953 [MAP] nearest post code BH23 2RH. Under 16’s please bring an adult. As usual, remember to wear old clothes and bring a packed lunch if you’re staying the day. We provide hot and cold drinks and other refreshments. Contact Christchurch Countryside Service on 01425 272479 or e-mail: countrysideservice@christchurch.gov.uk.

SUN 25th / 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Kinson Common, Bournemouth / Scrub Clearance
Bournemouth Borough Council
Meet at the boardwalk near the Paget Road entrance, Grid Ref: SZ065959 [MAP] nearest post code BH11 8AF. Enquiries to Anna-Marie on 01202 535140 or e-mail anna-marie.ford@bournemouth.gov.uk.

TUE 27th / 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Kingcombe Meadows, West Dorset / Various
Dorset Wildlife Trust - West Dorset Group
Tasks will be varied, including path maintenance, scrub clearance & hedgelaying. Meet at Clift Farm, Kingcombe Meadows, Grid Ref: SY548983 [MAP] nearest post code DT2 0EJ. Contact Neil Croton on Mob: 07970 847347.

TUE 27th / 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Purewell Meadows, Christchurch / Scrub Bashing
Christchurch Borough Council
In The Ticket of It - Prepare for scratches as we lay into bramble and birch encroaching these ancient meadows. Meet at the Scots Hill Lane entrance to Purewell Meadows, Grid Ref: SZ166932 [MAP] nearest post code BH23 1HG. Contact Christchurch Countryside Service on 01425 272479 or e-mail countryside.service@christchurch.gov.uk

WED 28th / 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Lorton Meadows, Weymouth / Task TBC
Dorset Wildlife Trust
Tasks involve scrub clearance, path and gate clearance and fencing repairs. Tools, gloves and drinks supplied. Meet at the Lorton Meadows Wildlife Centre at 10:00 AM. (Grid Ref: SY673826). Contact Sam Dallimore on 01305 816546 or e-mail sdallimore@dorsetwildlife.co.uk. [MAP]

WED 28th / 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Durlston Country Park, Swanage / Various
Dorset County Council & Friends of Durlston
Join this friendly volunteer group to carry out practical conservation work to conserve and enhance this very special place. Meet at the Visitor Centre Durlston Country Park. For more details, contact Ali Tuckey (01929) 424443 or visit www.durlston.co.uk. For insurance purposes volunteers need to be Friends of Durlston which costs from £15 per year but does have other benefits such as reduced cost car parking.

WED 28th / 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Studland, Purbeck / Various
National Trust - Purbeck Estate Volunteers
Tasks generally include; scrub clearance (gorse, pine and thorn depending on which part of the estate we’re on), hedgelaying, coppicing and drystone walling. Meet at the Purbeck Estate office, Middle Beach, Studland, Grid Reference: SZ036828 [MAP] nearest post code BH19 3AX. Contact the Purbeck Estate Office on 01929 450259.

WED 28th / 10:00 AM
Duncliffe Wood, Shaftesbury / Various Tasks
Woodland Trust
Everybody is welcome, however children under 16 years of age must be accompanied by a responsible adult at all times. The event is also suitable for dogs but they must be controlled at all times. Please ensure you wear suitable clothes and footwear. Meet at Grid Ref: ST826222 [MAP] nearest post code SP7 0AA. Car parking is available at the site. Contact Ian Hounsell, Tel: 01747 841089.

WED 28th / 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Avon Heath Country Park, Ferndown / Various Habitat Management
RSPB
Tasks vary throughout the autumn / winter, but will usually involve scrub control of birch, small pine, mixed broadleaf and gorse. We usually have a bonfire and packed lunch out on the heath. We will also be doing a limited amount of mature tree felling and need people to help drag and burn the brash. Currently we are removing and stump treating birch regeneration across the whole park (well the worst areas anyway). For more information contact Toby Branston on Tel: / Fax: 01425 472975 Mob: 07801 344024 or e-mail: toby.branston@rspb.org.uk.

WED 28th / 10:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Chesil Beach, Weymouth / Various
BTCV
Come and Help Don Moxom with various tasks. Meet at the Chesil Beach Centre, Weymouth. Grid Ref: SY668755 [MAP] nearest post code DT4 9XE. Follow the A354 from Weymouth to Portland. The car park and centre is 300 metres on the right from the Ferrybridge Public House. Alternatively you can catch the BTCV minibus from Dorchester South Train Station, pickup at 9:30 AM. Contact Kirsty Bourton Mob: 07740 899722 or James 07764 655686, e-mail: dorset@btcv.org.uk or office Tel: 01202 632101.

THU 29th / 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Durlston Country Park, Swanage / Various
Dorset County Council & Friends of Durlston Castle
Join this friendly volunteer group to carry out practical work to help with the restoration of historic Durlston Castle. The Castle is currently being re-developed as an environmental visitor centre for Durlston and as the main visitor centre for the Jurassic Coast. Volunteers are involved in work in and around the castle as part of the re-development. Meet at the Visitor Centre Durlston Country Park. For more details, contact Ali Tuckey (01929) 424443 or visit www.durlston.co.uk For insurance purposes volunteers need to be Friends of Durlston which costs from £15 per year but does have other benefits such as reduced cost car parking.

THU 29th / 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Moors Valley Country Park, Nr Ringwood / Weeding
East Dorset District Council
The task today will be to weed the shingle banks adjacent to Crane lake. Meet at the Visitors Centre at the park, Grid Ref: SU107057 [MAP] post code BH24 2ET. Everyone over the age of 16. Young people between the age of 8 and 15 are welcome to come along but they must be accompanied and supervised on the task by an adult. You need no special tools or training, just a lunch bag and enthusiasm! Tel: 01425 470721 or e-mail cedmonds@eastdorsetdc.gov.uk.

THU 29th / 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Upton Heath, Poole / Habitat Management
Dorset Wildlife Trust - Urban Wildlife Volunteers
Carrying out tasks involving general heathland management such as pine control, path maintenance, scrub clearance, etc. Gloves, tools and baked potatoes supplied. Meet at the DWT Urban Wildlife Centre, Beacon Hill Lane, Corfe Mullen BH21 3RX Grid Ref: SY978948 [MAP] For further information contact the DWT Urban Wildlife Centre on Tel: 01202 692033.

THU 29th / 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Slop Bog, Ferndown / Various Tasks
Slop Bog Guardians
Work parties are held on the last Thursday of every month. All tools and gloves are provided and a ranger will supervise the tasks. Would-be volunteers are invited to meet us at the Redwood Drive entrance, Grid Ref: SU074016 [MAP] nearest post code BH22 9UJ. Contact the guardians on 01425 483809 or e-mail: enquiries@slopbog.org.uk

THU 29th / 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Avon Heath Country Park, Ferndown / Various Habitat Management
RSPB
Tasks vary throughout the autumn / winter, but will usually involve scrub control of birch, small pine, mixed broadleaf and gorse. We usually have a bonfire and packed lunch out on the heath. We will also be doing a limited amount of mature tree felling and need people to help drag and burn the brash. Currently we are removing and stump treating birch regeneration across the whole park (well the worst areas anyway). For more information contact Toby Branston on Tel: / Fax: 01425 472975 Mob: 07801 344024 or e-mail: toby.branston@rspb.org.uk.

THU 29th / 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Nea Meadows, Christchurch / Scrub Clearance
Christchurch Borough Council
Tree Time - Nea Meadows Clearance of bramble and dead elm to create an area for us to plant native trees and shrubs on the day. Good chance of fire. Under 16’s please bring an adult. As usual, remember to wear old clothes and bring a packed lunch if you’re staying the day. We provide hot and cold drinks and other refreshments. Meet Nea Meadows Local Nature Reserve Car Park, off Smugglers Lane South Grid Ref: SZ201937 [MAP] Nearest post code BH23 4NF. Contact Christchurch Countryside Service on 01425 272479 or e-mail countryside.service@christchurch.gov.uk

FRI 30th / 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Avon Heath Country Park, Ferndown / Various Habitat Management
RSPB
Tasks vary throughout the autumn / winter, but will usually involve scrub control of birch, small pine, mixed broadleaf and gorse. We usually have a bonfire and packed lunch out on the heath. We will also be doing a limited amount of mature tree felling and need people to help drag and burn the brash. Currently we are removing and stump treating birch regeneration across the whole park (well the worst areas anyway). For more information contact Toby Branston on Tel: / Fax: 01425 472975 Mob: 07801 344024 or e-mail: toby.branston@rspb.org.uk.