Take a look at our beautiful online calendar HGN now has a really nifty online calendar of events going on around Herefordshire. If you hover or click on an event you’ll see further information and booking info, if available. We love it – so please use it, and do send us more items to include: email admin@hgnetwork.org
It’s time to welcome three new members to HGN’s steering group, bringing a wealth of talent and experience. Richard Urbanski, Gordon Coppock and I have been joined by Heather Gorringe, Jonathan Hofstetter, and Lynne Bowers. A long-term Hereford resident with a professional background in health and social care policy, Lynne Bowers is a long‑standing advocate for sustainability, community resilience and climate action across Herefordshire. She’s been active in local sustainability networks for many years, supporting groups across Herefordshire to strengthen community‑led climate responses. Lynne is passionate about collaborative approaches that protect Herefordshire’s landscapes, empower local people, and accelerate progress towards
HGN is holding a series of Starting and Running a Local Environment Group workshops at which participants can hear about how to set up a group and get ideas for inclusive activities that local groups can organise.
On Tuesday February 10th from 10.30am – 12.30pm the third event in the series will be held at De Koffie Pot, Hereford. Register now to join this session and you will be sent more details and the notes from the previous two sessions nearer the time.
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals and make a real difference. See you there!
HGN is holding a series of Starting and Running a Local Environment Group workshops at which participants can hear about how to set up a group and get ideas for inclusive activities that local groups can organise.
On Tuesday February 10th from 10.30am – 12.30pm the third event in the series will be held at De Koffie Pot, Hereford. Register now to join this session and you will be sent more details and the notes from the previous two sessions nearer the time.
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals and make a real difference. See you there!
Welcome to the first HGN newsletter of 2026. As a bumper start to the year, you will receive TWO newsletters this week! Today’s newsletter kick starts the year, then at the end of the week we resume the normal schedule of Friday 12 noon for the weekly newsletter. With icy temperatures and a dusting of snow on the ground, the first item in this week’s newsletter is very timely with details of several Warmer Homes initiatives including a Building Sense ‘Ask The Experts’ webinar. In spite of the cold temperatures there are already Snowdrops and Primroses in flower in the
As the country’s Brussels sprouts become increasingly nervous, it’s time to wish you a happy and peaceful Christmas and midwinter holiday. HGN’s steering group is excited as we’re about to welcome a cluster of new members to help HGN consolidate and build. During 2025, there’s been a lot of work at HGN behind the scenes, with big improvements to our website, a significant growth in member numbers, and our new Gold membership for groups that are able to support our work. Huge thanks to our associates Rachel, Fran and Gemma (Building Sense) and SG member Richard for all they’ve done this year
Building Sense Event – 8th October 1.00pm – 2.00pm There is still time to book for this online event as part of Green Open Homes, exploring how Jackie renovated her one-time threshing barn Herefordshire home to make it warm, green and fit for the future. Tickets are free. Click here to book.
Building Sense Event – 8th October 1.00pm – 2.00pm An online event as part of Green Open Homes, exploring how Jackie renovated her one-time threshing barn Herefordshire home to make it warm, green and fit for the future. Tickets are free. Click here to book.
Building Sense Event – 8th October 1.00pm – 2.00pm An online event as part of Green Open Homes, exploring how Jackie renovated her one-time threshing barn Herefordshire home to make it warm, green and fit for the future. Tickets are free. Click here to book. News from Building Sense Click here for the latest newsletter from Building Sense packed with advice on how to get your house ready for the colder weather.
05/09/2025
Starting and Running a Local Environment Group Workshop Ever wanted to start your own local environment group, but not been sure where to start? Join HGN on Tuesday 7th October, 13.00 – 16.00 and hear from people who have already got a group up and running. Benefit from their advice on funding, organisation structure, getting your message out, recruiting helpers and more: they will speak from experience and will be ready to answer your questions. E-mail admin@hgnetwork.org to indicate your interest in attending this event and we will send further details. ADVANCE NOTICE: HGN AGM We hope to see many of you
