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Practical Conservation Days
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Practical Conservation Days

Cumbria
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Multiple dates available

Overview

Get stuck in to practical task on a hands-on conservation day. There's plenty of wildflower planting to do, scrub and bramble removal, bracken bashing, and invasive plant removal, as well as path, bridge and boundary repairs. Lace up your boots and come and join us!

Cumbria Wildlife Trust

Practical Conservation Days

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  • Booking is required on all conservation days
  • Book your place either online using the links on this page, by emailing events@cumbriawildlifetrust.org.uk or by calling 01539 816300 during office hours
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