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SUMMARY:Wild Crafts  - Cyanotype Printing
DESCRIPTION:Wild Crafts is a new spring programme of fun nature-based creative sessions for families in Wigan.  \nA great way to try something new and creative together – inspired by nature. Some events are drop-in\, some you can book in advance – all are free and suitable for children and adults.  \nJoin Victoria on 8th April at 12pm at St Anne’s Community Garden\, WN6 7TA to try Cyanotype printing. This is a simple and fun printmaking process that uses light to create images.  We’ll place leaves\, flowers\, or objects onto specially prepared paper\, then expose it to sunlight to create a beautiful print to take home.   \nAll materials and full guidance are provided. \nFree – booking required\, please book on this page. \nPlease only reserve a space for children attending. All children must be accompanied.  \nThis programme of events is kindly funded by Curious Minds \nEvent organised by The Community Patch CIC\, a local non-profit working to increase biodiversity in Wigan and bring people together in nature.
URL:https://giveitagrowwigan.co.uk/event/wild-crafts-cyanotype-printing/
LOCATION:St Anne’s Community Garden\, 152 Beech Hill Ave\, Wigan\, Greater Manchester\, WN6 7TA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Free,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260411T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260411T120000
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SUMMARY:Rainmakers - Wild Crafts (1-5s)
DESCRIPTION:Join Ali in the community garden on 11th April\, making rainmakers! \nThis session is aimed at 1-5s\, but older kids are welcome to come along. We’ll be decorating tubes\, painting your own designs\, then adding in leaves\, flowers and feathers all foraged from nature. \nAll materials and full guidance are provided. \nThis session is free – no booking required\, just drop in between 11am and 12pm \nAll children must be accompanied.  \nWild Crafts is a new spring programme of fun nature-based creative sessions for families in Wigan.  \nA great way to try something new and creative together – inspired by nature. Some events are drop-in\, some you can book in advance – all are free and suitable for the whole family.  \nThis programme of events is kindly funded by Curious Minds \nEvent organised by The Community Patch CIC\, a local non-profit working to increase biodiversity in Wigan and bring people together in nature. \n  \n 
URL:https://giveitagrowwigan.co.uk/event/rainmakers-wild-crafts-1-5s/
LOCATION:St Anne’s Community Garden\, 152 Beech Hill Ave\, Wigan\, Greater Manchester\, WN6 7TA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Free,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260419T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260419T150000
DTSTAMP:20260621T142523
CREATED:20260320T175808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T175831Z
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SUMMARY:Creative Writing Workshop: Seed Planting and Scriptwriting
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a scriptwriting workshop inspired by nature in the Community Patch community garden on Sunday 19th April 1-3pm.  \nAre you a gardener interested in exploring creative writing? Are you a writer looking to try out new ways of working? Are you a theatre maker who wants to develop your writing skills? \nIn this interactive outdoor workshop\, we will plant seeds\, generate script material inspired by the action of sowing\, create plant inspired characters and write monologues before ending with an opportunity to share the newly sprouted scripts. \nThis creative afternoon will give you a chance to explore new ways of writing alongside planting spring seeds to take home with you. \nBook your place here\nThis creative writing workshop is free for everyone to attend\, thanks to support from The Community Patch and Arts Council England. However\, if you would like to support The Community Patch’s work\, there will be an opportunity to make a donation to the organisation after the workshop. \nIf you have any access requirements please let us know. The workshop is suitable for 14+ however\, under 18s will need to be accompanied by a parent/guardian. \nThis workshop is part of an Arts Council England funded research and development period for Wigan-born writer and theatre maker\, Laura Atherton. She will be working at The Old Courts the week before to develop her play ‘Spring’\, which is set in a garden and uses nature as an inspiration and metaphor throughout the script. For more information about her work visit www.lauraatherton.co.uk and to attend the work in progress sharing of ‘Spring’ on Friday 17th April at 2pm in The Old Courts\, Wigan please book your free ticket here. \n‘Spring’ is supported using public funding by the National Lottery through Arts Council England.
URL:https://giveitagrowwigan.co.uk/event/creative-writing-workshop-seed-planting-and-scriptwriting/
LOCATION:St Anne’s Community Garden\, 152 Beech Hill Ave\, Wigan\, Greater Manchester\, WN6 7TA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Free,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260424T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260424T113000
DTSTAMP:20260621T142523
CREATED:20260408T174047Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260411T085628Z
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SUMMARY:Step Into Nature - Guided Woodland Walk & Forage
DESCRIPTION:Our free monthly guided woodland walk – Step Into Nature.  \nThe next walk together is on 27th April\, 10am\, starting at Scot Lane Bridge\, WN6 7NL\, and will be led by Victoria – we’ll gently enjoy the sights and sounds of these beautiful woodlands through the seasons – and try something new as we get into spring. \nStarting in Springfield this month\, we’ll walk on the canal and then go for a small forage in local woodlands\, a perfect way to get outdoors\, meet new friends\, and discover hidden corners of our local green spaces. The walk is approximately 3 miles long\, mostly flat but with some uneven ground in parts. \nPlease bring a bag or basket to forage with \nIt is muddy\, and we don’t mind a bit of rain\, so dress for the weather! \nIt will be the 4th Friday of each month at 10am. The starting point may alter very slightly month to month\, but we will make sure to update you. \nBooking is preferred\, but not necessary. It’s just so we know to wait for you. Or if you prefer to text that’s fine\, 07768202818
URL:https://giveitagrowwigan.co.uk/event/step-into-nature-guided-woodland-walk-6/
LOCATION:Greater Manchester
CATEGORIES:Free,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260426T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260426T150000
DTSTAMP:20260621T142523
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SUMMARY:Gardening Together Sunday Session
DESCRIPTION:Join us in the community garden on the last Sunday of each month for our weekend session – 12 – 3pm\, for some company and gentle movement in the outdoors. \nAt the community garden\, we tend to several raised beds\, borders\, a greenhouse\, fruit trees\, and a wildlife pond together. We grow all kinds of fruit and veg\, and there is often produce or plants to take home at the end of a session. \nThere are always plenty of different jobs to do and things to learn. Anyone is welcome to attend – just show up\, there’s no need to book\, and no skills are required as all training and tools are provided. \nChildren and families are always welcome. We’ve got garden toys and always invite young people to join in with planting and garden jobs if they want. \nPlease dress for the weather – sessions always go ahead unless it’s pouring with rain. We’ll post on socials if it’s off for any reason. \nThe space is accessible by wheelchair. \nAddress\nSt Anne’s Community Garden\, 152 Beech Hill Ave\, Wigan\, WN6 7TA \nThere’s free parking outside\, and it’s accessible by bus
URL:https://giveitagrowwigan.co.uk/event/gardening-together-sunday-4-4
LOCATION:St Anne’s Community Garden\, 152 Beech Hill Ave\, Wigan\, Greater Manchester\, WN6 7TA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Free,Gardening
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260427T194000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260427T210000
DTSTAMP:20260621T142523
CREATED:20260330T144812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T161918Z
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SUMMARY:Bat Walk
DESCRIPTION:This Bat Walk is a fantastic joint event with the Springfield Beech Hill Gidlow Community and Billinge Bat Rescue. \nPlease join us for our first Beech Hill Bat walk on 27th April at 7:40pm \nStarting just before sunset\, using special detectors so we can hear the bats\, we will listen for echoes and observe bats in their natural habitat in the local woods. \nWe’ll be doing about 1 mile walk. \nThe session will be guided by fantastic H and Michael from Billinge Bat Rescue; they are the true experts! \nThis is free to attend\, but booking is required as spaces are limited. Adults\, please book a ticket for yourselves as well as any young people with you. \nChildren must be accompanied. \nFunded by the National Lottery Community Fund \n 
URL:https://giveitagrowwigan.co.uk/event/bat-walk/
LOCATION:Standish Wood Lane\, Wigan\, WN6 8RB
CATEGORIES:Free,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260428T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260428T140000
DTSTAMP:20260621T142524
CREATED:20260423T100619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260423T100619Z
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SUMMARY:Planting Flowers in the Park - part 2
DESCRIPTION:Please join us to continue our project in making Diggle Street Park beautiful for people and pollinators.\n\nOn 28th April at 10am\, we’ll start creating our 2nd flower bed in the park\, and we really need your help!\n\nWe will be digging out the flower bed and planting a variety of flowers and plants chosen for their resilience\, beauty\, and appeal to birds and insects.\n\nAll tools are provided\, plus refreshments and full guidance. If you are staying all day\, bring some lunch! You don’t need to stay the whole time\, or arrive at 10am.\n\nChildren are welcome with adult supervision.\n\nWe’ve already got seating installed\, planted a native hedgerow\, and\, more recently\, a community orchard with The Orchard Project.\n\nDiggle Street Park\, Springfield\, WN6 7DZ\n\nIf you have any questions\, please email hello@giveitagrowwigan.co.uk\n\nOrganised by The Community Patch CIC\n\nThanks to funding from the Greater Manchester Green Spaces Fund.
URL:https://giveitagrowwigan.co.uk/event/planting-flowers-in-the-park-part-2/
LOCATION:Diggle Street Park\, Diggle St\,\, Wigan\, WN6 7DZ
CATEGORIES:Free,Gardening
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260502T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260502T130000
DTSTAMP:20260621T142524
CREATED:20260415T122451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T205128Z
UID:15519-1777719600-1777726800@giveitagrowwigan.co.uk
SUMMARY:Wild Crafts  - Dream Catchers
DESCRIPTION:Wild Crafts is a new spring programme of fun nature-based creative sessions for families in Wigan.  \nA great way to try something new and creative together – inspired by nature. Some events are drop-in\, some you can book in advance – all are free and suitable for children and adults.  \nJoin Ali on 2nd May\, any time between 11am and 1pm at St Anne’s Community Garden\, WN6 7TA\, to make our own dreamcatchers. We’ll be using a tactile array of beads\, natural materials and beauutiful ribbons. Take your dreamcatcher home and find the perfect spot to hang it. \nAll materials and full guidance are provided. \nFree – just drop into the session – but you can book if prefer though. Please only reserve space for children.  \nThis programme of events is kindly funded by the Curious Minds Chance to See Fund \nEvent organised by The Community Patch CIC\, a local non-profit working to increase biodiversity in Wigan and bring people together in nature.
URL:https://giveitagrowwigan.co.uk/event/wild-crafts-dream-catchers/
LOCATION:St Anne’s Community Garden\, 152 Beech Hill Ave\, Wigan\, Greater Manchester\, WN6 7TA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Free,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260509T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260509T130000
DTSTAMP:20260621T142524
CREATED:20260415T080736Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T080850Z
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SUMMARY:Wild Crafts  - Windchimes
DESCRIPTION:Wild Crafts is a new spring programme of fun nature-based creative sessions for families in Wigan.  \nA great way to try something new and creative together – inspired by nature. Some events are drop-in\, some you can book in advance – all are free and suitable for children and adults.  \nJoin Ali on 9th May\, any time between 11am and 1pm at St Anne’s Community Garden\, WN6 7TA\, to make our own windchimes. Using elderwood and a variety of fun\, tactile natural materials\, it’s a creative\, relaxed session for children and grown-ups to create something together and enjoy being outdoors.  \nTake your windchime home and find the perfect spot to hang it and enjoy the gentle sounds it brings. \nAll materials and full guidance are provided. \nFree – just drop into the session – but you can book if prefer though. Please only reserve space for children.  \nThis programme of events is kindly funded by the Curious Minds Chance to See Fund \nEvent organised by The Community Patch CIC\, a local non-profit working to increase biodiversity in Wigan and bring people together in nature.
URL:https://giveitagrowwigan.co.uk/event/wild-crafts-windchimes/
LOCATION:St Anne’s Community Garden\, 152 Beech Hill Ave\, Wigan\, Greater Manchester\, WN6 7TA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Free,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260517T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260517T130000
DTSTAMP:20260621T142524
CREATED:20260423T113521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260423T113546Z
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SUMMARY:Wild Crafts  - Flower Hammering Tote Bags
DESCRIPTION:Wild Crafts is a new spring programme of fun nature-based creative sessions for families in Wigan.  \nA great way to try something new and creative together – inspired by nature. Some events are drop-in\, some you can book in advance – all are free and suitable for children and adults.  \nJoin Victoria on 17th May\, any time between 11am and 1pm at Diggle Street Park\, to try your hand at flower hammering! We’ll be picking flowers (carefully) and hammering them onto tote bags\, creating a beautiful nature imprint and you to take home.  \nAll materials and full guidance are provided. \nFree – just drop into the session – but you can book if you prefer\, though. Please only reserve space for children.  \nThis programme of events is kindly funded by the Curious Minds Chance to See Fund \nEvent organised by The Community Patch CIC\, a local non-profit working to increase biodiversity in Wigan and bring people together in nature.
URL:https://giveitagrowwigan.co.uk/event/wild-crafts-flower-hammering-tote-bags/
LOCATION:Diggle Street Park\, Diggle St\,\, Wigan\, WN6 7DZ
CATEGORIES:Free,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260522T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260522T113000
DTSTAMP:20260621T142524
CREATED:20260428T145029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T145056Z
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SUMMARY:Step Into Nature - Guided Woodland Walk
DESCRIPTION:Our free monthly guided woodland walk – Step Into Nature.  \nThe next walk together is on 22nd May\, 10am at Standish Wood Lane\, WN6 8RA  and will be led by Victoria – we’ll gently enjoy the sights and sounds of these beautiful woodlands through the seasons. \nStarting in Beech Hill this month\, we’ll explore local woodlands now we’re coming into Spring\, a perfect way to get outdoors\, meet new friends\, and discover hidden corners of our local green spaces. The walk is approximately 3 miles along with some uneven paths\, bit of a hill and  few small steps\, and is free to attend. \nIt is muddy\, and we don’t mind a bit of rain\, so dress for the weather! \nIt will be the 4th Friday of each month at 10am. The starting point may alter very slightly month to month\, but we will make sure to update you. \nBooking is preferred\, but not necessary. It’s just so we know to wait for you. Or if you prefer to text that’s fine\, 07768202818
URL:https://giveitagrowwigan.co.uk/event/step-into-nature-guided-woodland-walk-7/
LOCATION:Greater Manchester
CATEGORIES:Free,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260531T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260531T150000
DTSTAMP:20260621T142524
CREATED:20260421T131048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260521T143352Z
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SUMMARY:Gardening Together Sunday Session
DESCRIPTION:Join us in the community garden on the last Sunday of each month for our weekend session – 12 – 3pm\, for some company and gentle movement in the outdoors. \nAt the community garden\, we tend to several raised beds\, borders\, a greenhouse\, fruit trees\, and a wildlife pond together. We grow all kinds of fruit and veg\, and there is often produce or plants to take home at the end of a session. \nThere are always plenty of different jobs to do and things to learn. Anyone is welcome to attend – just show up\, there’s no need to book\, and no skills are required as all training and tools are provided. \nChildren and families are always welcome. We’ve got garden toys and always invite young people to join in with planting and garden jobs if they want. \nPlease dress for the weather – sessions always go ahead unless it’s pouring with rain. We’ll post on socials if it’s off for any reason. \nThe space is accessible by wheelchair. \nAddress\nSt Anne’s Community Garden\, 152 Beech Hill Ave\, Wigan\, WN6 7TA \nThere’s free parking outside\, and it’s accessible by bus
URL:https://giveitagrowwigan.co.uk/event/gardening-together-sunday-4-5
LOCATION:St Anne’s Community Garden\, 152 Beech Hill Ave\, Wigan\, Greater Manchester\, WN6 7TA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Free,Gardening
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260531T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260531T150000
DTSTAMP:20260621T142524
CREATED:20260511T081833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T081857Z
UID:15633-1780228800-1780239600@giveitagrowwigan.co.uk
SUMMARY:Plant Swap
DESCRIPTION:Our next Sunday session is also our annual plant swap! If you have sown too many seeds this year or just have plants that you’ve fallen out of love with\, bring them along and grab some new ones.\n\nWe host this each year\, and it’s always a great event with so many interesting plants. We love seeing what people bring along and there’s usually plenty to share\nWe can help divide or provide pots for split plants\, etc. We have spare compost\, etc.\, if needed.\n\nWe also have plants and seeds here to offer out\, so you can just pop along for af ree plant too\, even if you have nothing to share.\n\nIt’s always super family-friendly and free to attend. We have kids’ toys in the garden and usually a few biscuits to share. Just drop in\n\nTell your friends!\n\n31st May 12 – 3pmSt Anne’s Community Garden\, Beech Hill Ave\, WN6 7TA
URL:https://giveitagrowwigan.co.uk/event/plant-swap/
LOCATION:St Anne’s Community Garden\, 152 Beech Hill Ave\, Wigan\, Greater Manchester\, WN6 7TA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Free,Gardening,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260607T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260607T123000
DTSTAMP:20260621T142524
CREATED:20260509T102440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260509T102628Z
UID:15627-1780830000-1780835400@giveitagrowwigan.co.uk
SUMMARY:Balsam Bash & Walk in Elnup Woods
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a guided walk in Elnup woods and bash Himalayan Balsam as we find it. \nMeet up at the woods entrance on Parkbrook Lane\, WN6 8AF on 7th June at 11am \nThis is a fun and satisfying activity for everyone\, as we all enjoy the beauty of these ancient woodlands along Mill Brook. \nThough this plant can look lovely\, it is extremely prolific and invasive\, and it’s a danger to our native woodlands\, rivers and canals. So let’s all pitch in! \nWe will help everyone to identify the correct plants\, and will show the correct method for bashing \nThe walk is suitable for families and adults; it’s around 1.6 miles long loop and has steps and uneven paths. We’ll be walking\, but stopping and starting a bit\, so we expect it to take around 1.5 -2 h \nYou don’t need to book\, but if you want to text 07768202818 to let us know if you’re coming\, and we’ll know to wait. \nVolunteer balsam bashing events can make a real difference in protecting our waterways. You can read more about the dangers to native wildlife and our rivers here canalrivertrust.org.uk/things-to-do/canal-and-river-wildlife/canal-and-river-invasive-species/himalayan-balsam \n  \nEvent organised by the Community Patch CIC and funded by National Lottery Environment fund
URL:https://giveitagrowwigan.co.uk/event/balsam-bash-walk-in-elnup-woods/
LOCATION:Elnup Woods\, Parkbrook Lane\, WN6 8AF
CATEGORIES:Free,Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260626T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260626T113000
DTSTAMP:20260621T142524
CREATED:20260521T140610Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260521T140610Z
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SUMMARY:Step Into Nature - Guided Woodland Walk
DESCRIPTION:Our free monthly guided woodland walk – Step Into Nature.  \nThe next walk together is on 26th June\, 10am at Beech Hill Park on Gidlow Lane\, WN6 8RQ  and will be led by Victoria – we’ll gently enjoy the sights and sounds of these beautiful woodlands through the seasons. \nStarting in Beech Hill this month\, we’ll explore local woodlands now we’re coming into Spring\, a perfect way to get outdoors\, meet new friends\, and discover hidden corners of our local green spaces. The walk is approximately 3 miles along with some uneven paths\, bit of a hill and  few small steps\, and is free to attend. \nIt is muddy\, and we don’t mind a bit of rain\, so dress for the weather! \nIt will be the 4th Friday of each month at 10am. The starting point may alter very slightly month to month\, but we will make sure to update you. \nBooking is preferred\, but not necessary. It’s just so we know to wait for you. Or if you prefer to text that’s fine\, 07768202818
URL:https://giveitagrowwigan.co.uk/event/step-into-nature-guided-woodland-walk-8/
LOCATION:Greater Manchester
CATEGORIES:Free,Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260628T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260628T150000
DTSTAMP:20260621T142524
CREATED:20260521T143241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260521T143417Z
UID:15725-1782648000-1782658800@giveitagrowwigan.co.uk
SUMMARY:Gardening Together Sunday Session
DESCRIPTION:Join us in the community garden on the last Sunday of each month for our weekend session – 12 – 3pm\, for some company and gentle movement in the outdoors. \nAt the community garden\, we tend to several raised beds\, borders\, a greenhouse\, fruit trees\, and a wildlife pond together. We grow all kinds of fruit and veg\, and there is often produce or plants to take home at the end of a session. \nThere are always plenty of different jobs to do and things to learn. Anyone is welcome to attend – just show up\, there’s no need to book\, and no skills are required as all training and tools are provided. \nChildren and families are always welcome. We’ve got garden toys and always invite young people to join in with planting and garden jobs if they want. \nPlease dress for the weather – sessions always go ahead unless it’s pouring with rain. We’ll post on socials if it’s off for any reason. \nThe space is accessible by wheelchair. \nAddress\nSt Anne’s Community Garden\, 152 Beech Hill Ave\, Wigan\, WN6 7TA \nThere’s free parking outside\, and it’s accessible by bus
URL:https://giveitagrowwigan.co.uk/event/gardening-together-sunday-4-6
LOCATION:St Anne’s Community Garden\, 152 Beech Hill Ave\, Wigan\, Greater Manchester\, WN6 7TA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Free,Gardening
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ORGANIZER;CN="Give it a Grow Wigan":MAILTO:hello@giveitagrowwigan.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260726T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260726T150000
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UID:15780-1785067200-1785078000@giveitagrowwigan.co.uk
SUMMARY:Family Bug Hunt
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a bug hunt in the community garden!Free\, family-friendly\, and all bug-hunting equipment is provided! Let’s see how many you can spot! \n26th July – 12 – 3pm\n\nWe’ll also have our regular gentle community gardening session.\nSt Anne’s Community Garden\, Beech Hill Avenue\, Wigan WN6 7TA (In between the church & the community centre)\n\nThis event is funded by the National Lottery as part of a year-long programme of family environmental events in Wigan Borough\, helping us support community action and care for local green spaces.\nEvent organised and facilitated by The Community Patch CIC\nAny questions\, please email us on hello@giveitagrowwigan.co.uk
URL:https://giveitagrowwigan.co.uk/event/family-bug-hunt/
LOCATION:St Anne’s Community Garden\, 152 Beech Hill Ave\, Wigan\, Greater Manchester\, WN6 7TA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Free,Workshop
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