A bit about the Nature Reserve
Miller's Pond is one of Southampton's oldest and most diverse Local Nature Reserves. It covers just under 20 acres. Sholing Valleys Study Centre has been working as a charity since Since 1988. We have two main objectives. We conserve Miller's Pond Local Nature Reserve, and educate the public about the wildlife found here.
Sholing Valleys Study Centre
& Miller's Pond Nature Reserve
Upcoming Events
Monthly volunteer conservation sessions in Southampton
10:00am - 3:00pm
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(check details for August and December)
Come along on the last Friday or Sunday of the month and learn about how we can help support nature.
Tasks include a range of activities that all help improve the site. From litter picking, and tree planting, to hedge laying training.
We want our volunteers to learn something new, and enjoy themselves.
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More info here
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All tasks are added to our facebook page.
Table Top Jumble Sale
10:00am - 2:00pm
Clear the Clutter or Find a Bargain!
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Join us for a Table Top Jumble Sale! Whether you are a bargain hunter looking to find a hidden gem, or looking to clear out your pre-loved items to make some extra cash, this is the place to be.
Want to book a table and sell? Turn your unwanted items into cash?
Table Price: £15
How to book: Contact Karen at eventsvsc@btinternet.com
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The event will be held in the grounds of the Study Centre, car park, centre garden and fenced off area therefore spaces are limited, so book early!
Naturewatch
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Last Sunday of the month (excluding August and December)
​Naturewatch encourages children’s interest in nature through fun craft activities and learning.
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Each session starts with indoor art and craft activities before we head outside to look around the nature reserve.
​For accompanied children aged 4-11.​
Session start at 10:30am and finishes 12noon.
Session costs £1.50 per child - pay by cash or bank transfer.
First session is free and all sessions are included in SVSC membership.​
We are limited to 15 participants, so sessions are on a first come first served basis.
No pre-booking is required, but you can help us to monitor potential numbers by selecting 'going' on the facebook event page. If on the rare occasion the session is full you are welcome to take a scavenger hunt sheet and enjoy a walk around the nature reserve instead.
Drink and a snack is provided. Please let us know in advance if you have any allergies.
All children must be accompanied by a parent or carer.​
All the details are kept up to date on our facebook events page
