Community Action Days

Our Community Action Days take place once a month and are completely free to attend. These sessions bring local people together to care for the places that matter most to our community, from the canal and towpaths to local woodland, greenspaces and the outdoor areas around the centre.

Whether you're a regular volunteer, looking to meet new people, complete volunteering hours, give something back to the community, or simply spend some time outdoors, everyone is welcome. No previous experience is required and all equipment, tools and guidance will be provided.

Tasks may include litter picking, path maintenance, habitat improvements, woodland management, site improvement projects and environmental conservation work.

Healthy snacks, drinks and hot chocolate are provided throughout the day, and we finish every session with a campfire debrief, creating a relaxed and welcoming space for volunteers to gather, share stories and enjoy some well-earned refreshments.

For those needing a warm-up, one of our meeting rooms will be available throughout the day as a comfortable communal space, complete with heating, hot drinks and plenty of room to sit, chat and take a break from the weather.

As a thank you for getting involved, everyone that attends a Community Action Day will receive a £5 voucher to use against a future activity session at the centre.

🧒 Who Can Attend

To take part in Community Action Days, participants must meet the following criteria:

• Pre‑booking survey — Before attending, we ask all volunteers to complete a short pre‑booking survey.

• Confirmed booking — Only those with a confirmed space can attend.

• Adult supervision — Children are welcome but must be supervised by a responsible adult at all times.

• Appropriate conduct — Participants must be able to follow instructions and engage safely.

• Suitable clothing — Volunteers must arrive with weather‑appropriate outdoor clothing.

These sessions are designed to be inclusive, low‑pressure, and accessible for a wide range of ages and abilities.

🎒 What to Bring

To help you enjoy the day comfortably, please bring:

• Weather‑appropriate outdoor clothing

• Waterproof jacket & trousers

• Water bottle

We also have a full range of waterproof jackets and trousers available to borrow, so everyone can take part comfortably regardless of the weather.

We recommend avoiding valuables or mobile phones. Any phones brought along should be stored safely during activities.

🩺 Medical & Additional Needs

We welcome volunteers with a wide range of needs and will always do our best to support them. If anyone attending has medical requirements, allergies or additional support needs, please share this during booking or contact us in advance so we can plan appropriately.

🛡️ Safety & Supervision

All activities are delivered by our staff team and supported by trained volunteers. To keep sessions safe and enjoyable, we rely on participants being able to follow instructions and engage positively.

Adults remain responsible for any children they bring along.

🎫 Important Booking Note

Only participants with a confirmed booking will be able to take part. We cannot accept on‑the‑day sign‑ups.