Sholing Valleys Study Centre

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.

 

More info here

All details are added to our facebook page.  

Saturday 29th November

11.00 am - 2.00pm

Where: Masonic Hall Woolston.

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More details will be added nearer the time.

There are a limited number of tables available, we are looking for a selection of local handmade crafters, if interested please contact Karen & Val via email at eventsvsc@btinternet.com, (this is the only contact email address for this event). Please supply a description of products you offer with photos.

Last Sunday of the month (excluding August and December)

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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.

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For accompanied children aged 4-11.

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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.

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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 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.

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All the details are kept up to date on our facebook events page

Sunday 7th December -11:00 am - 2.30pm

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Join Lucie for a workshop of foraging, folktales and organic craft.

We'll begin with a cup of mulled winter warmer (non-alcoholic), followed by a guided walk around the Sholing Valley nature reserve to forage for our materials. Together we'll explore the abundant and ancient folkloric history of the yule-period and its associated botanicals, as well as the origins of wreath-making as a folk practice.

You’ll be guided through the process of how to make your wreath and provided with all the necessary materials, ready to take your creation home and hang on your door.

There will also be an optional 'pick a card' oracle card reading at the end of the workshop.

Please arrive around 10 minutes before the start time and wear sensible shoes/warm clothes for our walk around the nature reserve.
Please also bring a basket or bag for carrying your foraged materials; spares will be available just in case.

Included in your ticket

All materials and tuition to create your wreath, a folklore and foraging walk, access to the Sholing Valley workshop space including facilities and refreshments are included.

There are a limited number of lower priced tickets available for those who would benefit from paying a reduced ticket fee. If you are able to cover the full amount, please allow others who may benefit to have priority for these tickets. Lucie is self-funded and self-employed so any support you provide through attending these workshops goes a long way.

To book tickets, follow this link.

About Lucie

Lucie is a conceptual artist, educator and researcher based in Southampton. Through art she explores innate connections between the human condition and the landscape. She believes deeply in the healing power of nature, sharing stories and folk knowledge.

Lucie is currently studying a Masters in Contemporary Art and Archaeology and has a BA (Hons) Degree in Fine Art.

Lucie works with communities, organisations and individuals around Hampshire and regularly exhibits in locally and further afield.

See Lucie’s work and read more about her practice and experience here: luciesmithart.com.

Want to improve a local area?

Would like to find out more about nature?

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Want to do some light physical activity?

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Thanks to the CPRE for their funding, this month we'll be heading back for our second hedge-laying training session.
No previous experience is necessary. We'll take you through what we are doing, and why we are doing it, and how to do it safely. We will be led by Stuart from R&H Countryside.

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There's also the option of litter picking: The less litter there is the less likely people are to drop it!

The reserve is run by our wonderful team of volunteers. We would not be able to manage without your help, and every act makes the site better. We appreciate all of you.

Our Study Centre has toilets that will be open for use.

Our tasks are always open to non-members, but if you would like to help support Sholing Valleys financially and become a member, it's very easy to join. Just follow the link