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SUMMARY:Eco Church Support - Zoom Drop-in session
DESCRIPTION:EVENT RUN BY THE DIOCESE OF ELY \nFor this session\, we are delighted to be joined by Rosie Venner from Just Money.  Rosie will talk about greener finances for churches\, including banking\, purchasing and investing\, with time to answer your questions. \nDate: Tuesday 13 January \nTime: 6.00 – 7.00pm \nVenue: Online\, via Zoom \nBooking: https://elydatabase.org/events/view?course=4505 \nThese regional Eco Church support sessions are an opportunity to share success\, obstacles and challenges you may be experiencing\, seek support and support others. \nWhether you’re seeking advice\, wanting to listen in to the chat\, or have lots of experience you’re happy to share\, please join us for this informal session for people to chat about what you are doing to work towards Eco Church Awards.
URL:https://www.dioceseofnorwich.org/event/eco-church-support-zoom-drop-in-session/
CATEGORIES:Environment
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SUMMARY:Managing your churchyard well for wildflowers
DESCRIPTION:How can you manage your churchyard best for its wildflowers and also for the local community? Why is cutting and raking so important? \nThis guided tour focuses on how to manage ‘God’s Acre’ for both people and wildlife. \nBooking essential via this Eventbrite link \nOne of the four FREE Norfolk Wildlife Trust’s Churchyard Conservation Scheme workshops\, run in partnership with the Diocese of Norwich during 2025. \n 
URL:https://www.dioceseofnorwich.org/event/managing-your-churchyard-well-for-wildflowers/
LOCATION:All Saints Church\, Hemblington\, All Saints Church\, Church Lane\, Hemblington\, NR13 4EF
CATEGORIES:Environment
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ORGANIZER;CN="Norfolk WIldlife Trust":MAILTO:churchyards@norfolkwildlifetrust.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250520T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250520T123000
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SUMMARY:Sacred Spaces: Wild Places
DESCRIPTION:How can you start recording wildlife in your churchyard\, what do you need\, where do you send your records\, and why is it important? In this session we will look at why this is an expression of our faith in action\, how to get started with wildlife recording\, why recording wildlife is so important for the long-term monitoring of your churchyard\, and how you can get involved in national and regional citizen science projects. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis interactive workshop will also give you the opportunity to go out with an expert and have a go at recording either birds\, plants or pollinators in the Cathedral grounds and neighbouring Bishop’s Garden. \n\nThis FREE event is a brought in partnership between the Diocese of Norwich\, Norfolk Wildlife Trust and Norwich Cathedral. \n\nBooking essential via this eventbrite link \n\n\n\n\nAccessibility \nPlease contact us at wild@norfolkwildlifetrust.org.uk if you have any specific needs or requirements in order to make your experience of this event more enjoyable. \nwww.norfolkwildlifetrust.org.uk
URL:https://www.dioceseofnorwich.org/event/sacred-spaces-wild-places/
LOCATION:Weston Room at Norwich Cathedral\, Weston Room at Norwich Cathedral\, 65 The Close\, Norwich\, NR1 4DH
CATEGORIES:Environment
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ORGANIZER;CN="Norfolk WIldlife Trust":MAILTO:churchyards@norfolkwildlifetrust.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250320T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250320T203000
DTSTAMP:20260509T092927
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SUMMARY:Winter talks - living walls
DESCRIPTION:The third\, and final event in this winter eco talks series in Holt features renowned local naturalist\, Tony Leech helping us to take a closer look at “living walls” in our locality – the plants which make our local walls their home. There will also be an update on all things “green” in Holt. \nRefreshments are provided. The event is free and open to all. Donations are welcomed.
URL:https://www.dioceseofnorwich.org/event/winter-talks-living-walls/
CATEGORIES:Environment,Talks
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250116T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250116T203000
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SUMMARY:Winter talks - conservation management of churchyards
DESCRIPTION:The first of this series of talks kicks off with two very different approaches! Gemma Walker from Norfolk Wildlife Trust will be talking about how to care for churchyards with wildlife in mind. Laura Carey will be discussing a Norfolk-designed Chelsea Show Garden. Come and be inspired!
URL:https://www.dioceseofnorwich.org/event/winter-talks-conservation-management-of-churchyards/2025-01-16/2/
CATEGORIES:Environment,Talks
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250116T170000
DTSTAMP:20260509T092927
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SUMMARY:Winter talks - conservation management of churchyards
DESCRIPTION:The first of this series of talks kicks off with two very different approaches! Gemma Walker from Norfolk Wildlife Trust will be talking about how to care for churchyards with wildlife in mind. Laura Carey will be discussing a Norfolk-designed Chelsea Show Garden. Come and be inspired!
URL:https://www.dioceseofnorwich.org/event/winter-talks-conservation-management-of-churchyards/2025-01-16/1/
CATEGORIES:Environment,Talks
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241112T183000
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SUMMARY:ECO FORUM - Changing Perspectives: seeing creation differently
DESCRIPTION:You are warmly invited to a creation pilgrimage around Norwich Cathedral.  In the stillness of the evening come and discover how this ancient building can help us get a fresh perspective on our present day environmental challenges.  Come and see the building in new and unusual ways and leave with a refreshed view of God’s wonderful creation. \nThe creation pilgrimage takes place on Tuesday 12th November  and will begin at 6.30 by the Pelican Lectern under the tower of the Cathedral. \nParking is available in The Close.  Please enter the Cathedral by the South Door – the door nearest the car park with a clock over the door.  The pilgrimage will last approximately 75 minutes.  Please note: we will be accessing some of the spiral staircases within the Cathedral. \nIn preparation for the creation pilgrimage you are welcome to join us for Choral Evensong at 5.30; let the music and words of the evening office calm and inspire you\, preparing your mind and soul to see creation differently. \n 
URL:https://www.dioceseofnorwich.org/event/eco-forum-changing-perspectives-seeing-creation-differently/
LOCATION:Norwich Cathedral
CATEGORIES:Environment
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ORGANIZER;CN="Barbara Bryant":MAILTO:barbara.bryant@dioceseofnorwich.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240928T190000
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SUMMARY:‘Shaun the Sheep’ Invites you in support of Nature Recovery in Harleston
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate with Shaun the Sheep\nHarleston’s People in Action\nLinking across Landscapes \n7.00pm Saturday 28th September\nSt John’s Church\, Broad Street\, Harleston\nwith refreshments\nEvening includes\nOur Road to Recovery \n3×3 = the Power of 9 for Nature \n‘More than a Drop in The Ocean’\nPushing to Protect the Pit\nCompere: Ian Carstairs\nHosted by Harleston’s Future with St John’s Church\n-oOo- \nShaun has teamed-up with Natural England and the Country Code to help nature.
URL:https://www.dioceseofnorwich.org/event/shaun-the-sheep-invites-you-in-support-of-nature-recovery-in-harleston/
CATEGORIES:Environment
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240701T143000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240701T153000
DTSTAMP:20260509T092927
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SUMMARY:Community Focus - Making room for swifts in your church
DESCRIPTION:Guided tour – St Michaels & All Angels Church\, Aylsham \nAylsham Swift Group was set up to raise awareness of swifts and help secure more nest sites in their local area\, including Aylsham parish church. During this outdoor talk in the churchyard\, Aylsham Swift Group will discuss their project to install swift boxes in the church tower and how you can help swifts in your church. \nThese activities are being run as part of the Norfolk Churchyard Conservation Scheme which was established in 1981 and is run by Norfolk Wildlife Trust in collaboration with the Diocese of Norwich.\nThese sessions have been designed to support churches wishing to manage their churchyards for both people and wildlife.\nThese activities are FREE. \nBooking essential – through Eventbrite at norfolkwildlifetrust.org.uk/whats-on\nFor further information visit norfolkwildlifetrust.org.uk\nor email churchyards@norfolkwildlifetrust.org.uk
URL:https://www.dioceseofnorwich.org/event/community-focus-making-room-for-swifts-in-your-church/
LOCATION:Aylsham Parish Church\, Market Place\, Aylsham\, NR11 6LW
CATEGORIES:Environment
ORGANIZER;CN="Norfolk WIldlife Trust":MAILTO:churchyards@norfolkwildlifetrust.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240617T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240617T120000
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SUMMARY:Caring for conservation areas in your churchyard
DESCRIPTION:Guided tour – St Mary’s Church\, Wroxham \nJoin us for a tour of St Mary’s churchyard\, Wroxham\, to hear how to best care for your churchyard conservation areas. Led by\nDr Bob Leaney\, NWT churchyard volunteer surveyor for over 40 years. \nThese activities are being run as part of the Norfolk Churchyard Conservation Scheme which was established in 1981 and is run by Norfolk Wildlife Trust in collaboration with the Diocese of Norwich. \nThese sessions have been designed to support churches wishing to manage their churchyards for both people and wildlife. \nThese activities are FREE. \nBooking essential – through Eventbrite at norfolkwildlifetrust.org.uk/whats-on\nFor further information visit norfolkwildlifetrust.org.uk\nor email churchyards@norfolkwildlifetrust.org.uk
URL:https://www.dioceseofnorwich.org/event/caring-for-conservation-areas-in-your-churchyard/
LOCATION:St Mary’s Church\, Wroxham\, St Mary’s Close\, Wroxham\, NR12 8SG
CATEGORIES:Environment
ORGANIZER;CN="Norfolk WIldlife Trust":MAILTO:churchyards@norfolkwildlifetrust.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240612T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240612T200000
DTSTAMP:20260509T092927
CREATED:20240305T160138Z
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SUMMARY:Managing churchyards with wildflowers in mind
DESCRIPTION:Guided tour – All Saints Church\, Hemblington\nDuring this guided walk we hear how the church team and local volunteers manage All Saints’ churchyard with wildflowers and other wildlife in mind. \nThese activities are being run as part of the Norfolk Churchyard Conservation Scheme which was established in 1981 and is run by Norfolk Wildlife Trust in collaboration with\nthe Diocese of Norwich. \nThese sessions have been designed to support churches wishing to manage their churchyards for both people and wildlife. These activities are FREE. \nBooking essential – through Eventbrite at norfolkwildlifetrust.org.uk/whats-on\nFor further information visit norfolkwildlifetrust.org.uk\nor email churchyards@norfolkwildlifetrust.org.uk
URL:https://www.dioceseofnorwich.org/event/managing-churchyards-with-wildflowers-in-mind/
LOCATION:All Saints Church\, Hemblington\, All Saints Church\, Church Lane\, Hemblington\, NR13 4EF
CATEGORIES:Environment
ORGANIZER;CN="Norfolk WIldlife Trust":MAILTO:churchyards@norfolkwildlifetrust.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240611T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240616T170000
DTSTAMP:20260509T092927
CREATED:20240408T203423Z
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SUMMARY:Churches Count on Nature and Great Big Green Week  - free celebrations at Hemblington church
DESCRIPTION:Churches Count on Nature and Great Big Green Week will be celebrated at All Saints Church\, Hemblington between 8th – 16th June. There will be an exhibition in church from Tuesday 11th June highlighting the flora and fauna identified in and around the churchyard. It will also show how the church team is working towards the A Rocha eco-church awards\, concentrating on re-use/recycling and use of sustainable materials\, composting and community engagement. Norfolk Wildlife Trust has organised a walk and discussion about wildflower conservation in churchyards on Wednesday 12th June – see separate entry on the Diocesan website or book via the NWT website. The local Blofield & District Conservation Group BADCOG will be cutting the churchyard towards the end of the week\, to ensure the large variety of wildflowers will be abundant next year. Do come along and enjoy the beauty of the wildflower-filled churchyards\, the interesting architectural features of the church itself (round tower\, huge unique wall painting of the life of St Christopher\, well conserved octagonal font\, rood stairs – plus there is a level access WC) and support our efforts to keep the church building and surrounding areas in a good condition for future generations. Self-serve refreshments are always available. Do visit us any time!
URL:https://www.dioceseofnorwich.org/event/churches-count-on-nature-and-great-big-green-week-free-celebrations-at-hemblington-church/
CATEGORIES:Environment,For children/child-friendly,Social & community concerns
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240515T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240515T200000
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SUMMARY:Making room for swifts
DESCRIPTION:Would summer be the same without swift ‘screaming parties’ as they fly overhead? Surely this is something that would be truly missed if we lost these amazing birds that are now listed as a red data book species. \nThrough this online presentation\, Caroline Spinks\, Norwich Swift Network\, will give us an insight into these birds and talk about how we can help to look after swifts in Norfolk. \nThese activities are being run as part of the Norfolk Churchyard Conservation Scheme which was established in 1981 and is run by Norfolk Wildlife Trust in collaboration with the Diocese of Norwich. These sessions have been designed to support churches wishing to manage their churchyards for both people and wildlife. These activities are FREE. \nBooking essential – through Eventbrite at norfolkwildlifetrust.org.uk/whats-on \nFor further information visit norfolkwildlifetrust.org.uk\nor email churchyards@norfolkwildlifetrust.org.uk
URL:https://www.dioceseofnorwich.org/event/making-room-for-swifts/
LOCATION:online
CATEGORIES:Environment
ORGANIZER;CN="Norfolk WIldlife Trust":MAILTO:churchyards@norfolkwildlifetrust.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240511T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240511T140000
DTSTAMP:20260509T092927
CREATED:20240229T132535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240229T132535Z
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SUMMARY:St Andrew's Eaton Eco Fair 2024
DESCRIPTION:We’re all very aware of the crisis of climate change\, and the need for urgent action to redress the devastating impact we have had on the world. Many of us\, however\, struggle to know what we can do to help. \nJoin us at St Andrew’s Eaton for our Eco Fair 2024\, to be inspired\, informed and equipped to live more sustainably! \nOpened by Rachel Sowerby\, Bishop of Norwich’s Environmental Research Officer\n– Eco-friendly supplies\n– Local community groups\n– Activities for children with Dandelion\n– Vegetarian Street Food \nPlus two further events hosted by the Eaton Village Residents’ Association: Dawn birdwatching walk with Phil Atkinson at 7am (meet in Waitrose Car Park)\nand evening talk by Helen Baczkowska from Norfolk Wildlife Trust. Doors open 6.30pm in the church hall.
URL:https://www.dioceseofnorwich.org/event/st-andrews-eaton-eco-fair-2024/
LOCATION:St Andrew’s Eaton\, St Andrew's Eaton\, Church Lane\, Norwich\, NR4 6NW
CATEGORIES:Environment
ORGANIZER;CN="James Cook":MAILTO:james@standrewseaton.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240507T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240507T203000
DTSTAMP:20260509T092927
CREATED:20240408T134141Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T094828Z
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SUMMARY:Eco Church Forum – understanding and demystifying food choices
DESCRIPTION:This will be our first in-person Eco Church Forum for anyone on an eco journey in their church community. \nThe aim is to inform\, equip and inspire us to think through and approach the sections of the A Rocha UK Eco Church survey that relate to food choices. We are aware of the complexities of a global food system that ensures that most of those with the least resources (in the UK) resort to cheaper\, ultra-processed food. Recent research highlighted Norfolk as actually having higher than average rates of malnutrition – mostly in our elderly population\, but also in some children. There is a perception\, and a reality that the LOAF principles highlighted in the A Rocha survey would be very hard to achieve by many in these lower-income communities and indeed\, by many of our churches who provide food for their local communities. \nThe chair of our Environment Working Group\, the Revd David Longe will chair a panel discussion with three participants from Norfolk and Suffolk: Peter Emmrich on global food security\, the Revd Leon Collyer on regenerative farming and Anna Sweeting on healthy eating on a budget. \nWe’ll be inviting open discussion and questions. Any practical\, encouraging examples you can bring to the discussion would be helpful! \nYou can now join us online via this Zoom link: https://dioceseofnorwich-org.zoom.us/j/83767657935?pwd=NkZjSmluc2oxOFJlaUIwbXlkcWtlQT09  \n Meeting ID: 837 6765 7935 \nPasscode: 868512 \nWe’ll start with refreshments at 6:30pm to begin the discussion at 7:00pm.
URL:https://www.dioceseofnorwich.org/event/eco-church-forum-understanding-and-demystifying-food-choices/
CATEGORIES:Environment
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