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Barn Dance at Woodlands Farm
Saturday 12 May 7.30-11pm
Woodlands Farm Trust, 331 Shooters Hill, DA16 3RP
Nearest train station: Falconwood or Welling
£12 including supper
Live country music by Skinners Rats, buffet & dancing. Bring your own drinks and glasses. For tickets please contact the Farm Office on 02083198900 or email woodlandsft@aol.com.
Art Deco Fair at Eltham Palace
Sat-Sun 12-13 May 10am-5pm
Nearest train stn: Eltham or Mottingham
£9.60 per adult, FREE for English Heritage Members
This much-loved fair gives you the opportunity to buy original 1930s objects in the magnificent Art Deco surroundings of Eltham Palace. Browse everything Art Deco, from jewellery to furniture.
Bostall Woods Hospice Walk
Sunday 13 May 10am
Bostall Heath, SE2 0GB (opposite the Hospice entrance)
Nearest train station: Abbey Wood
Walk in memory of a loved one or simply join us for a fun day out whilst raising vital funds for your local Hospice. There are 4 routes available, consisting of 3, 5, 7 or 10 miles. Come and join the fun - there will be something for all the family. Register online at www.communityhospice.org.uk/fundraising-events/155-2012/4386-the-big-sponsored-walk/ or call 02083199230 for more information.
Nunhead Cemetery Open Day
Saturday 19 May 11am-5pm
Nearest train station: Nunhead
Nunhead Cemetery is one of the seven Victorian cemeteries in London. Its architecture and stunning views make it a fascinating and beautiful place to visit. Much of the cemetery is dominated by thick woodland with loads of wildlife, but many features have recently been restored to their former glory.
Telegraph Hill Farmers Market
Saturday 19 May 10am-3pm
Erlanger/Arbuthnot Rd, SE14 5LS
Nearest train station: Nunhead or Queens Road Peckham
Enjoy fresh fruit and vegetables, handmade burgers and sausages, organic bread, various game, fresh pressed juices, and relishes and sauces. Please remember these great, local markets, rely on your support!
Crystal Palace Park Farm Open Day
Saturday 19 May 12-4pm
Ledrington Road, SE19 2BS
Nearest train station: Crystal Palace
At the Open Day we open our doors so that you can come in and look around and find the right course for you. See demonstrations and displays, plus the opportunity to meet some of our current students. For enquiries please call 02086592557.
Chislehurst Farmers Market
Sunday 20 May 10am-2pm
47 High St (behind Old Police Station)
Nearest train station: Chislehurst or Elmstead Woods
The market sells a range of fresh produce from the South East, including fruit & vegetables from Kent, fresh organic & non-organic meat, and cheeses.
Eltham Farmers Market
Sunday 20 May 10am-3pm
Passey Place (off the High Street)
Nearest train station: Eltham
The market sells a range of fresh produce including locally reared rare breed Saddleback Pig, traditionally made succulent sausages, free range organic eggs, fresh fruit and juices, vegetables, game, jams, sauces, cakes and freshly baked breads and pastries.
Grow Mayow
Sunday 20 May 10am-12pm
Meet in the community garden at the rear of the pavilion in Mayow Park
Nearest Overground station: Sydenham
Family Sessions £3-£5
Forest School for the whole family, An innovative educational approach to outdoor play and learning. Led by Nathalie. For more information please visit http://growmayow.blogspot.com.
One Tree Hill Evening Birdsong Walk
Thursday 24 May 7.30pm
Meet at the gates to St. Augustine's Church Honor Oak Park; London SE23 3LE
Nearest train station: Honor Oak Park
Join us on a walk around One Tree Hill, identifying birds. Led by Doug Brooks. For enquiries please send an email to s.pepperell@btinternet.com.
Green Chain Captured Exhibition
Thurday 24th May- 2nd September 2012 8am-8pm daily
Elixir Gallery, Queen Elizabeth Hospital
Stadium Road, Woolwich
London SE18 4QH
Nearest Train Station: Woolwich Arsenal or Woolwich DLR
See some amazing photos taken on the Green Chain-free entry!
Maryon Wilson Park Open Day
Saturday 26 May 10am-4pm
Maryon Wilson Park, Charlton SE7
Nearest train station: Charlton
Come and meet the Friends of Maryon & Maryon Wilson Parks and find out about our work. For enquiries please call 07599299934 or send an email to friendsofmaryonparks@gmail.com.
Dulwich Farmers Market
Sunday 27 May 9am-1pm
Dulwich College, SE21 5LS
Nearest train station: West Dulwich
On offer are a wide range of locally grown or produced foods including fruit & vegetables from Kent, fresh organic & non-organic meat, savoury pies, goats cheeses, freshly marinated olives, organic bread, jams & preserves, and fresh pressed juices.
Grow Mayow Permaculture Kids Club
Sunday 27 May 10.30am-12pm
Meet in the community garden at the rear of the pavilion in Mayow Park
Nearest Overground station: Sydenham
£3 per child (£2 concessions)
Fun ways to work with nature and people. Children should bring drinking water and wear closed shoes. For kids aged 8-12. Led by Suriya and Ruth. Please email impermaculture@gmail.com to book your place.
Bramble and Ivy Clearing
Sunday 27 May 12-3.30pm
Meet at the information centre near Lesnes Abbey
Nearest train station: Abbey Wood
Help us remove invasive species that threatens the native and diverse wildlife of the wood, on this healthy outdoor activity. All ages & abilities are welcome. For more information please contact Lesnes Abbey Conservation Volunteers on 02083173748 or email jwcannell@yahoo.co.uk.
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June 2012 |
Maryon Wilson Park Clear-up
Saturday 2 June 10am-12pm
Maryon Wilson Park, Charlton SE7
Nearest train station: Charlton
Meet at the Flamsteed Road entrance to Maryon Wilson Park and help an hour or two clear up Maryon and Maryon Wilson Parks. We will also continue our work on the Food Project site. Wear suitable clothes and bring gloves. For enquiries please call 07599299934 or send an email to friendsofmaryonparks@gmail.com.
Grow Mayow Kids Nature Club
Sunday 2 June 10am-12pm
Meet in the community garden at the rear of the pavilion in Mayow Park
Nearest Overground station: Sydenham
£1.50 per child
Activities include environmental play and crafts. Children should bring drinking water and wear closed shoes. For kids aged 3+. Please email growmayow@gmail.com to book your place.
ArtPlay at the Dulwich Picture Gallery
Sunday 3 June 2-3.30pm
Gallery Road, London, SE21 7AD
Nearest train station: West or North Dulwich
FREE for families with a Gallery ticket or £3 per child
Adults and children are creative together at these drop-in workshops with a different art activity each session. Make everything and anything from bunting to block printing and all things in between. Call 02086935254 for more information.
Ride a Model Steam or Electric Train
Sunday 3 June 2.30-5pm
Electricity Station, off Rochester Way
Nearest train station: Falconwood
The nostalgia model railway at Falconwood Fields is a real gem that few people know about. Train rides for children and adults, with the last ticket issued at 4:30pm. Refreshments are available in the clubhouse. See www.wdmes.co.uk.
Chislehurst June Fair
Saturday 9 June 12pm
Chislehurst Common
Nearest train station: Chislehurst
The Chislehurst June Fair, from midday, on the Common at the top of the High Street. For more information please visit www.chislehurstcommons.org or send an email to chiscmcn@yahoo.co.uk.
Lesnes Abbey Wood Butterfly Survey
Sunday 10 June 12-3.30pm
Meet at the information centre near Lesnes Abbey
Nearest train station: Abbey Wood
Join us on a walk around the woods to find butterflies. All ages & abilities are welcome. For more information please contact Lesnes Abbey Conservation Volunteers on 02083173748 or email jwcannell@yahoo.co.uk.
Art Deco Tour at Eltham Palace
Tuesday 12 June 11am and 2pm
Nearest train station: Eltham or Mottingham
£12.60 per adult, £2 for English Heritage Members
An expert guide to the house and its stunning interiors and furnishings, reflecting the high fashion of the 1930s. Tours last 1 hour. Please call 02082942548 to book.
Telegraph Hill Farmers Market
Saturday 16 June 10am-3pm
Erlanger/Arbuthnot Rd, SE14 5LS
Nearest train station: Nunhead or Queens Road Peckham
Enjoy fresh fruit and vegetables, handmade burgers and sausages, organic bread, various game, fresh pressed juices, and relishes and sauces. Please remember these great, local markets, rely on your support!
Barn Dance at Woodlands Farm
Saturday 16 June 7.30-11pm
Woodlands Farm Trust, 331 Shooters Hill,
DA16 3RP
Nearest train station: Falconwood or Welling
£12 including supper
Live country music by Skinners Rats, buffet & dancing. Bring your own drinks and glasses. For tickets please contact the Farm Office on 02083198900 or email woodlandsft@aol.com.
Chislehurst Farmers Market
Sunday 17 June 10am-2pm
47 High St (behind Old Police Station)
Nearest train station: Chislehurst or Elmstead Woods
The market sells a range of fresh produce from the South East, including fruit & vegetables from Kent, fresh organic & non-organic meat, and cheeses.
Grow Mayow
Sunday 17 June 10am-12pm
Meet in the community garden at the rear of the pavilion in Mayow Park
Nearest Overground station: Sydenham
Family Sessions £3-£5
Forest School for the whole family, An innovative educational approach to outdoor play and learning.
Led by Nathalie . For more information please visit http://growmayow.blogspot.com.
Eltham Farmers Market
Sunday 17 June 10am-3pm
Passey Place (off the High Street)
Nearest train station: Eltham
The market sells a range of fresh produce including locally reared rare breed Saddleback Pig, traditionally made succulent sausages, free range organic eggs, fresh fruit and juices, vegetables, game, jams, sauces, cakes and freshly baked breads and pastries.
Nature Explorers: Bugmania
Saturday 23 June 12-1pm or 3-4pm
Horniman Museum, 100 London Road, SE23 3PQ
Nearest train station: Forest Hill
£2 per participating child, adults free
To celebrate National Insect Week we are going on a bug hunt. Join a bug expert to identify insects in our gardens and explore specimens close-up. Purchase tickets from Information Desk on day. For enquiries please call 02086991872.
Dulwich Farmers Market
Sunday 24 June 9am-1pm
Dulwich College, SE21 5LS
Nearest train station: West Dulwich
On offer are a wide range of locally grown or produced foods including fruit & vegetables from Kent, fresh organic & non-organic meat, savoury pies, goats cheeses, freshly marinated olives, organic bread, jams & preserves, and fresh pressed juices.
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Weekly Health Walks |
Walking is a great way to keep active, manage your weight, reduce stress and protect your health. It is also great fun and an opportunity to meet people. Do not worry about the pace, there will always be someone walking at your speed. Walks are led by qualified walk leaders and provide a friendly and sociable atmosphere in which to enjoy some of the most beautiful places and spaces along the Green Chain. There is no need to book, simply turn up and enjoy!
Franks Park, Belvedere
Mondays at 10.30am, meet in Fox House Road (off Erith Road, near the fire station) for a walk around the park on grass, gravel and trodden mud paths. For enquiries please call Charlene on 02082986276 or email charlene.williams@bexley.nhs.uk.
Sundridge and Bromley North
Mondays at 10am and Wednesdays at 9.30am, meet outside the Prince Frederick Pub, 31 Nichol Lane. For enquiries please call the walk leader, Ashlee, on 02083231718 or email Tanya at Tanya.Mead@bromleypct.nhs.uk.
Beckenham Place Park
Tuesdays at 9.45am, meet at Mansion House Car Park. For enquiries please call the walk leader, Ashlee, on 02083231718 or email Tanya at Tanya.Mead@bromleypct.nhs.uk.
Crystal Palace Parkrun
Saturdays at 9am, meet outside the café at the Thicket Road entrance. A weekly FREE 5km timed event. Please register at www.parkrun.org.uk/crystalpalace/home.
Dulwich Park
Wednesdays at 10am, meet at College Gate entrance. The walk starts with a five minute warm up walk and then at least 20 minutes of brisk walking. This is followed by a cool down walk of about five minutes. Led by Frank. For enquiries please call 02075255000 or email sports@southwark.gov.uk.
Sydenham Wells Park
Tuesdays at 11am, meet by the benches near the pond. For more information please call the walk leader, Iris, on 02086939525 or email Jenny at Jenny.budd@nhs.net.
Bostall Woods
Tuesdays at 10.30am, meet by Bostall Heath Car Park/ Bowling Green, Longleigh Lane for a 45-60 minutes walk through ancient woodland. Sturdy footwear recommended. For enquiries please call Charlene on 02082986276 or email charlene.williams@bexley.nhs.uk.
Crystal Palace Park
Fridays at 9.45am, meet outside Crystal Palace Information Centre. For enquiries please call the walk leader, Ashlee, on 02083231718 or email Tanya at Tanya.Mead@bromleypct.nhs.uk.
Eltham Park South
Mondays at 9.45am, meet in Eltham Park Café, Glenesk Road, SE9 1AG. For more information please call Freephone 08005875833 or email Louise at Louise.Barnett@greenwichPCT.nhs.uk.
Horniman Gardens
Thursdays at 11am, meet inside the main gates. Some slopes but you can choose more level route. For more information please call the walk leader, Lucreta, on 07951241017 or email Jenny at Jenny.budd@nhs.net.
Downham circular Walk
Thursdays at 10.30am, meet in reception area of Downham Health and Leisure Centre. Some rough ground and slopes. For more information please call the walk leader, Sonja, on 07836548870 or email Jenny at Jenny.budd@nhs.net.
Woolwich Arsenal
Tuesdays at 10.15am, meet at Woolwich Market, end of Powis Street, SE18 6LE. For more information please call Freephone 08005875833 or email Louise at Louise.Barnett@greenwichPCT.nhs.uk.
Avery Hill Park
Wednesdays at 9.30am, meet outside Anstidge Hall, Anstridge Road, SE9 2LL. For more information please call Freephone 08005875833 or email Louise at Louise.Barnett@greenwichPCT.nhs.uk.
Nordic Walking in Charlton Park
Wednesdays at 12pm, meet in front of Charlton House, Charlton Road, SE7 8RE. For more information please call Freephone 08005875833 or email Louise at Louise.Barnett@greenwichPCT.nhs.uk.
Peckham Rye Park Buggy Walk
Tuesdays 10-11am, meet at Rye Oak Children's Centre, Whorlton Road, SE15 3PD. Take a walk on our buggy-friendly routes and meet other parents and carers. Walks include toning exercises and, if you want to, a gentle jog! Led by Marian and Elizabeth. For enquiries please call 02075255000 or email sports@southwark.gov.uk.
Nordic Walking in Thamesmead North
Fridays at 9.15am, meet at Gallions Reach Health Centre, Bentham Road, SE28 8BE. For more information please call Freephone 08005875833 or email Louise at Louise.Barnett@greenwichPCT.nhs.uk.
Elmstead Woods/ Mottingham
Mondays at 11.30am, meet in Coldharbour Community Centre car park, William Barefoot Drive, SE9 3AY. For more information please call Freephone 08005875833 or email Louise at Louise.Barnett@greenwichPCT.nhs.uk.
Grove Park Circular Walks
Wednesdays at 10.30am, meet at Ringway Centre, Baring Road. Choice of routes, through woodland and parks, some with rough ground or slopes. For more information please call the walk leader, Sonja, on 07836548870 or email Jenny at Jenny.budd@nhs.net.
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Regular Rambles |
The Greenwich Council Park Rangers Service organises regular park tours and nature rambles. All walks will finish at the starting point. For more information please call 02089216885 or email parks@greenwich.gov.uk.
Well Hall Pleasaunce Tour
First Wednesday of each month at 10.30am, and second Sunday of each month at 2pm. Meet at the main gate opposite the co-op and learn about the landmarks of Well Hall Pleasaunce. Duration: 60 minutes.
Maryon Wilson Animal Park
Wednesdays at 1.30pm. Meet at the deer pen and help feed the residents of the Park. Extra sessions during school holidays: Mondays and Fridays at 1.30pm.
Charlton Park
Tuesdays at 10am. Meet at the green behind Charlton House and join the park rangers on a brisk walk. Refreshments may be purchased at the Charlton House Tea Rooms. Duration: 90 minutes.
Oxleas Wood
Every Thursday and on the second Sunday of every month at 10am. Meet by the cafe on the meadow at the end of Crown Woods Lane.
On the Green Chain you will discover everything from local nature reserves and lovely parklands and gardens to sports grounds and places to grow your own fruit and veg. You can picnic in flower filled meadows, explore formal gardens or even visit a farm just 7 miles from the City!
The Green Chain overflows with wildlife so if you’re quiet and keep your eyes open who knows what you might be lucky enough to see! Squirrels, voles and foxes are Green Chain regulars, as are woodpeckers and jays. Don’t be too surprised if you catch sight of the odd, ring necked parakeet - a lasting guest from a country far away!
