Community Volunteering: Himalayan Balsam Bashing
Join the Community Bash! Are you ready to battle this invasive species?!
Join the Community Bash! Are you ready to battle the invader?
The time has come to roll up your sleeves and take on the notorious Himalayan Balsam! This pretty but pesky plant is taking over our riversides through Loughton Valley, and we need your help to put it in its place.
Mission: Protect our native plants and wildlife from this greedy invader.
Your Role: Pull it, bash it, and restore nature's balance!
Whether you're a seasoned balsam basher or a complete beginner, we’d love to have you on the team. No experience is necessary.
All you need is some elbow grease and a love of the outdoors and a chance to see some wildlife along the brook.
Sessions:
- Wednesday 3rd June 10am to 12pm, and 1pm to 3pm
- Saturday 6th June 10am to 12:30pm
- Wednesday 10th June 10am to 12pm, and 1pm to 3pm
Meeting Locations:
- 3rd June - Meeting at The Stepping Stones in Loughton outbid.states.reason
- 6th June - Meeting nr Linceslade Grove in Loughton zeal.readjust.blazers
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10th June - Meeting nr Petanque Piste at Bancroft Park mystery.drones.mows
Car parking:
Sessions on 3rd and 6th June can park on Linceslade Grove Sports Centre, or at Lodge Lake car park (around 10 minute walk away)
Session on 10th June should park at Parks Trust Car park on Bancroft park - deadline.tilts.landowner
(around 5 minute walk away)
Please allow time to get to the session location and look out for the Purple Parks Trust Flags.
Different parts of Loughton Valley are served by different bus services, and is all accessible by cycle from the Redway Network. To plan a sustainable journey have a look at Get Around MK. The Loughton locations are approx. 1km from Central Milton Keynes Bus Station and Railway Station.
Your bike can be kept at the location throughout the event.
What do you need to bring?
- Wellies and gardening gloves are required.
- Suitable clothing
- Drink and a snack
We welcome participants of all ages on this activity but young people (under 18) attending must be supervised at all times.
You don't have to stay for the full session - so please come along for as long as you'd like.
Any questions you may have about this event or volunteering with The Parks Trust please email us on volunteering@theparktrust.com.
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Plan your journey
Find greener and more sustainable ways to travel to this event with Get Around MK. This free tool allows you to plan your journey by bus, bike or on foot.