Please find below some information about September events at the Earth Trust. More information can be found on our website http://www.earthtrust.org.uk. All events take place at the Earth Trust, Little Wittenham, OX14 4QZ, unless otherwise stated.
Introduction to Scything
6th September, 9.30am-4pm
Learn the traditional skills of scything on this practical one-day course with expert Clive Leeke. All specialist tools and equipment supplied. £50 (discount for Friends); booking essential.
Dawn Photography Expedition
7th September, 6am-8.30am
Join local author and landscape photographer Jon Scourse to capture the early morning light and take wonderful landscape images at the Earth Trust. As well as taking in the views, the trip will also look at wild flowers, trees and how to take close up images. Bring your digital camera and a tripod if you have one. £5; booking essential.
A Berry Good Day Out
7th September, 10am-2pm
Blackberries are abundant at this time of year, turn up throughout the day for squashing, cooking and eating! £3 per child, free for accompanying adult(s); no need to book.
10K Run
21st September, 11am start
A cross-country run around Little Wittenham Nature Reserve, including the iconic Clumps. Sponsorship appreciated but not essential. £10 (entrants must be 16 or over), see http://www.earthtrust.org.uk/10krun.aspx for more details or to enter.
Heritage Skills Taster Session: Natural Dyeing
22nd September, 6pm-8.30pm
Learn the basics of natural dyeing, using plants commonly found in gardens and hedgerows. A free taster session at Mowbray Fields, Didcot – drop in any time and have a go at learning this traditional skill.