HGN Screening of the People’s Emergency Briefing The screening of the PEB film organised by HGN took place last Saturday, 27th June. There was animated discussion in the room both before and after the film – so much so that Lynne Bowers, HGN Steering Group Member who was facilitating the event, had difficulty in drawing the discussion to a close in order to summarise the points before we ran out of time. The film itself provoked some emotional responses. It is hard-hitting, but not without hope. Click here to read a summary of the discussion with proposed follow-up
Banter Sessions The banter sessions organised by the Great Collaboration team continue weekly on a Wednesday lunchtime covering a range of topics. Click here for a list of past and future sessions. The next session will be on Wednesday 8th July. A recording of each week’s can be found on the GC website after the event. Last week’s session was all about extreme heat – very topical. Click here to read the latest newsletter from the Great Collaboration: a Summer Heatwave Special Great Collaboration Banter sessions are free, open to all, and held at
Marches Energy Advice is a local charity funded to offer support to people in Herefordshire on how to lower their energy use. Come along and talk to a friendly energy adviser who will offer free and individual advice. Monday 20th July 10.00am – 11.00am Click here for more information
HGN is organising a screening of the People’s Emergency Briefing Saturday 27th June 12 noon – 2pm ~ BOOK NOW! The current heatwave brings into sharp focus the need for action on the climate crisis and related biodiversity crisis. We cannot solve the one without the other. Temperatures will have dropped a bit by Saturday and the screening will take place in an air-conditioned room – but this merely addresses the symptoms, not the cause. Join HGN for the film, followed by a chance to discuss the impacts on Herefordshire with contributions from people with local expertise and those involved in
Banter Sessions The banter sessions organised by the Great Collaboration team continue weekly on a Wednesday lunchtime covering a range of topics. Click here for a list of past and future sessions. The next session will be on Wednesday 1st July. A recording of each week’s can be found on the GC website after the event. Great Collaboration Banter sessions are free, open to all, and held at noon on Wednesdays. So please do sign up for this session, and feel free to pass this invitation on to anyone that you think could benefit.
Spider ID Workshop Learn about spiders with expert Bill Blumsom. There is a talk in the morning followed by fieldwork in a couple of local spots around the village. You will get to know some of the common species, some of their life strategies and how to collect them. No experience necessary. Free course provided by Cultivating Learning and Nature. Email tim@clan-cic.org to book Peterchurch Village Hall Wildlife Weekends at St Faith’s Churchyard Wildlife Weekends – May to October 2026 Families and nature lovers of all ages can join in interactive, guided sessions in St Faith’s Churchyard – getting creative and deepening their connection with
The Future Ready Homes project, run by MEA has come to an end after four very busy and successful years. Click here to read the latest newsletter from MEA with their plans for the future and training and events that they have planned.
HGN is organising a screening of the People’s Emergency Briefing Saturday 27th June 12 noon – 2pm Booking for the HGN screening of the PEB is now fully open. Click here to book your place for this screening upstairs in The Gallery Space at De Koffie Pot, Hereford. The film will be followed by a chance to discuss the impacts on Herefordshire with contributions from people with local expertise and those involved in local initiatives. We will consider what is and can be done locally to address the issues. Full details are on the Eventbrite page. Other
Banter Sessions The banter sessions organised by the Great Collaboration team continue weekly on a Wednesday lunchtime covering a range of topics. Click here for a list of past and future sessions. The next session will be on Wednesday 24th June. A recording of each week’s can be found on the GC website after the event. Great Collaboration Banter sessions are free, open to all, and held at noon on Wednesdays. So please do sign up for this session, and feel free to pass this invitation on to anyone that you think could benefit.
Songs & Stories about Herefordshire – a celebration of its history, nature & landscape. Joseph Emmett, author and singer-songwriter, presents an evening of stories and songs celebrating the fascinating history and landscape of our beautiful county of Herefordshire. Wednesday 1st July 7.00pm at The Courtyard, Hereford. Click here for tickets. Think Like a Forest Ben Rawlence in conversation with Joseph Emmett about his new book of letters to his children about climate change. Wednesday 15th July 6pm – 7.30pm Elevate Business Lounge Click here for tickets
