Transition Cambridge monthly ‘Cafes’: Doughnut Economics
DigitalTransition Cambridge organises monthly cafes, actual or virtual depending on the rules at the time, with lively conversations, talks, presentations and films. More details, and the programme for future cafes, here. The next Cafe will be a discussion on Doughnut Economics. Wednesday 17th June 2020 19:00-20:30 online Contact Matt for the Zoom link. Transition demands …
Guided Nature Walk: Stapleford Parish Pit
A wildflower walk to Stapleford Parish Pit led by 2G3S member John 0’Boyle. There is uneven ground on the site so sturdy footwear is advised. There is no charge for this event. Stapleford Chalk Pit is a small nature reserve adjoining Magog Downs, managed by a group of Friends under the trusteeship of the Parish …
2G3S Annual Open Meeting 8 pm Monday 7 December
DigitalGreen Groups in the Shelfords, Stapleford and Sawston (2G3S) Annual Open Meeting Monday 7 December 2020 8 pm Have you ever wanted to get more involved with local green issues? Meet like-minded people to discuss issues of local and national importance and share ideas? Are there green issues you would like to know more about but …
2G3S Nature Walk at Dernford Reservoir, Stapleford/Sawston
Dernford Reservoir StaplefordOur first 2021 local nature walk will be around Dernford Reservoir on Saturday 26th June between 2-3 pm. The reservoir area was opened for public access following amelioration of the former gravel quarry. There is a meadow flora around the reservoir and some interesting bird life including Goosander, Great-crested Grebe, Tufted Duck and Common Terns …
2G3S social cycle ride
Stapleford Jubilee Pavilion Gog Magog Way Stapleford, CambridgeMonday 28 June 10am outside Stapleford Jubilee Pavilion Quiet roads and interesting byways: social cycle ride with 2G3S Join us for a 20 mile route, including a cafe stop. We will travel at the pace of the slowest rider. Back at Stapleford Pavilion around 12 noon. Limited places - contact Yasmin to book: greener@sawston.org
Why all is not well with the River Cam
Digital(photo by Felix Stigter) Thursday 8 July: 8 – 9.30 pm Zoom meeting (free) Talk by Stephen Tomkins of Cam Valley Forum Cambridgeshire has nationally important chalk streams. The chalk aquifer that feeds them also supplies 97% of our public water supplies and is under unsustainable pressure. Stephen will explain this ground water …
2G3S Social Cycle Ride 2
Jubilee Pavilion, Stapleford Gog Magog Way Stapleford Cambridgeshire, CambridgeMonday 12 July 10am outside Stapleford Jubilee Pavilion Quiet roads and interesting byways: social cycle ride with 2G3S Join us for a 20 mile route, including a cafe stop. We will travel at the pace of the slowest rider. Back at Stapleford Pavilion around 12 noon. Limited places - contact Yasmin to book: greener@sawston.org
2G3S Nature Walk at Stapleford Chalk Pit
Stapleford Chalk Pit Haverhill Road StaplefordYou are invited to join our next nature walk at Stapleford Parish Pit on Saturday 24th July from 2-3pm. Stapleford Chalk Pit is a small nature reserve adjoining Magog Downs. A group of Friends have worked to improve the rich grassland flora and associated wildlife. The pit was formed by the extraction of a …
EAT FOR OUR FUTURE – Event in Sawston 30 July
High Street Sawston High Street, SawstonA Cambridge Sustainable Food event 2G3S and Cambridge Sustainable Food are joining forces to promote the Eat For Our Future campaign. Local chef and food writer Rosie Sykes will be preparing climate-friendly snacks, which we will be able to sample after we have seen her prepare them. The event will run from 11am to …
Nature Walk in Shelford Saturday 21 August
Church Street Great ShelfordOur next walk will be along Jenny's path towards Hauxton, meeting at the signposted entrance gate on Church Street, Great Shelford, opposite the junction with King's Mill Lane. Many people will be able get here on foot or by cycle; but if coming by car, park on Church Street. We shall be concentrating on …