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Looking through the garden

The community garden has a great location in many ways; the pavements on its two long sides allow us to chat to passersby as we garden, it’s convenient for residents to drop off compost, the railings make it safe for … Continue reading

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What’s on in 2026?

The 2026 gardening dates are up! Check out the signs on the fences at the garden; they’re also available on this blog (here on the Community Garden page). The first gardening date is March 15th (2pm – 3pm) … we’ll … Continue reading

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A climate listening circle with a difference!

This time, we’re meeting at Tower Gardens (near the benches), and we’re going for a short walk. It’ll be at an easy pace on level ground, so that we can chat about our feelings about the climate, without getting breathless, … Continue reading

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Launch and celebration event: How We Made It Through – and Climate Choir opportunity!

Planet South Bank is delighted to invite you to the launch this Tuesday evening, 28 October, of our community creative writing anthology, How We Made It Through. For six months in 2024, local residents and those who love South Bank … Continue reading

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Open Garden at the Nose: Sunday 19th October

Come and meet us at the Nose, this Sunday. There’ll be stalls and gardening. It’s free and suitable for all. The Nose is the community garden at the pointy end of St Clement’s Church (Scarcroft Road, YO23 1NE). This is … Continue reading

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Launch and celebration event: How We Made It Through – and Climate Choir opportunity!

Planet South Bank is delighted to invite you to the launch of our community creative writing anthology, How We Made It Through. For six months in 2024, local residents and those who love South Bank were invited to create visions … Continue reading

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Our events this month

Firstly, thanks to everyone who took part in Street Recycle yesterday – especially whoever it was who took an ancient bike off my hands! York Environment Festival is about halfway through, with events on nearly every day – check out … Continue reading

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Join the churches as they go litter-picking!

Here’s a lovely opportunity to get out and about with some litter pickers, and at the same time, potentially pick up some amazing bargains, at the Street re-Cycle! And with refreshments, afterwards! South Bank’s Sunday afternoons have never been so … Continue reading

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Foraging Walk this Sunday 28 September, 2 – 3.30pm

A chance to learn about the edible plants available in York’s hedgerows and public spaces, led by local forager Carl Wain. Ideal for families, local residents and nature lovers. Booking is required and can be done here. Places are limited to 25 … Continue reading

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Clothes swap in South Bank

Hurray! Another recycling/upcycling event in South Bank! Saturday, 27 September, 10-12. Southlands Methodist Church (97 Bishopthorpe Road, York YO23 1NX) Refresh your wardrobe and reduce waste! Bring your clothing in good condition, and take home what you like. All ages, … Continue reading

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