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Greenlink Berkshire
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The network of community groups committed to the care of the environment, greener living and development of the local economy in Berkshire. |
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Britain in Bloom |
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This long-running annual competition is held during the summer months
and recognises the efforts of the local community in enhancing the local
landscape and providing us with a quality environment.
The categories represent all members of the community covering all age
ranges, and includes traditional entries, such as Best Front Garden and Best
Frontage of a Commercial Property, alongside more recent additions including
Best Environmental Garden and Best Community Project.
Contact your local authority to find out how your village or organisation
can participate.
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Dorothy Morley Conservation Award |
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Dorothy Morley who lived in West Berkshire and was a strong campaigner on
rural issues this biennial award is run jointly by BBOWT, the Local Wildlife
Trust and the Campaign to Protect Rural England. It aims to recognise
projects that have made positive improvements for local wildlife and the
community. Dorothy
Morley Award 2006 - Cash prizes
available for conservation/environmental projects within Berkshire.
Email:
berkshireoffice@bbowt.org.uk
Tel: 01628 829 574 |
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Food & Farming Challenge |
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Secondary schools students in West Berkshire have
been taking part in a 'real' business challenge set by organisations in the Food
& Farming Industry. It is project based and aims to encourage a greater
understanding of food production and the countryside.
The Food & Farming Challenge has been
organised by West Berkshire Environment Business Partnership and sponsored by
Newbury & District Agricultural Society for the past few years and has proved to
been extremely valuable to students and schools. It can be approached from many
different curriculum angles; from science or business studies to art or food
technology. Students gain new skills in time management, communication,
organisation and research. They have a precious opportunity to practically apply
the skills learnt in school to a relevant business led challenge.
Further information contact Amanda Richards on
01635 277480 Fax 01635 279915, e-mail
amandar@wbebp.co.uk or visit the West Berkshire Business Environment
Partnership website
www.wbebp.co.uk |
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Go Wild in your School |
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This award aims to reward
schools
that help wildlife in their grounds. Schools should apply for an education pack
from the Local Wildlife Trust. Judges will be looking at who has been involved in the
work and how the area is now used by the school. Deadline for entries around mid
June. |
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Green Apple Awards |
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The Green Apple Awards for Environmental Best
Practice are run by
The Green
Organisation, an independent, non-profitmaking, non-political and
non-activist environment group with the main aim of recognising, rewarding and
promoting the positive side of environmental endeavour.
West Berkshire Council won the Green Apple Award
in 2000 for heathland restoration at Greenham Common. In 1997 the open area of
the former Greenham airbase was acquired for public use and enjoyment. This
area, owned by the Council, now forms part of Greenham and Crookham Commons and
is a nationally important Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) containing
rare and fragile heathland habitat. |
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